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76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

Sure, Philly gave America democracy. But, from bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.


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How Do You Host the World Cup? This Philly Soccer Exec Has Been Preparing for Years

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The Afterlife Is Getting a Makeover

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West Philly’s Colman Domingo Is Ready for His Close-Up

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Creator of the Mister Softee’s Jingle Dies at 94

Les Waas produced almost 1,000 songs in his lifetime.

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What’s Next for John Fetterman?

The Braddock mayor talks with us about his 20-percent showing in the Senate primary.

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Philly Mom Crowdfunds Divorce Against Husband

Aja Beech’s husband, Tobias McQueston, faces charges that he assaulted her.

Cop Locked Up For Burglary

Alex McAdams allegedly broke into his girlfriend’s apartment in March.

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Philly Cop Suspended For Allegedly Making Racist Remarks

Cpl. Robert Pawlowski reportedly called a black boss a “banana-eating monkey.”

5 Unique LGBTQ Events This Weekend

Coming up: Philly Black Pride, live performances, and bingo!


Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

This city has had a love affair with the pitchers, running backs, goalies, and point guards who have called it home. Here, we present our definitive ranking. Let the debates begin.


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WATCH: Philadelphia Zoo Unveils Baby Lemurs

Why these lemurs are important for the species’ future.

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Cardinal O’Hara Student Rips School Over “Modesty” Assembly for Girls

“I was infuriated by what I heard,” she writes.

There Might Be a Car-Free #OpenStreets Weekend This Fall

The administration says it’s planning to do an event in September or October.

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Report: Rob McCord Was Wearing a Wire

The former treasurer reportedly recorded conversations with political donors shortly before resigning in disgrace.

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Sorry, Trump, But the “Woman Card” Doesn’t Exist

Weymouth: Hillary Clinton got this far despite being a woman — certainly not because of it.

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76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

Sure, Philly gave America democracy. But, from bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

We launched a petition to urge the Mayor and City Council to make May 21st a day to honor the brave former slave who escaped from George Washington — because no one tells Philadelphia to keep the truth to ourselves.


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Long-Lost Rizzo Documentary Unearthed, Remastered

A 1978 film on the controversial mayor is getting rereleased.

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Hey, the Phillies Have a Winning Record

The last time they were over .500 this late in a season was May 2014.

Op-Ed: Bernie Sanders Is Wrong About the Soda Tax

Randi Weingarten: It would tax corporate profits — not consumers.

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The No-B.S. Guide: 2016 Election’s Biggest Winners and Losers

Johnny Doc and an indicted congressman lost, while a Silicon Valley startup won.

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