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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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PHOTOS: Stonewall Sports Kickball Kick-Off Celebration

One of the city’s all-inclusive LGBTQ sports leagues celebrated its season opener last weekend.

Pop-Up Beer Garden Coming to Rail Park

Finally, Philadelphians will get a taste of the much-ballyhooed park planned along the Reading Viaduct.

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Sources: New Center City Wawa Is Coming to 19th and Market

Plus: Tomorrow, free coffee at all Wawa locations.

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Sources: Scandal-Plagued Ex-Cop in Custody

Anthony Magsam was taken into custody today, a week after Lt. Vincent Testa’s apparent suicide.

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9 Bold Ideas From Philly’s Plan to Cut the Prison Population

The city just won a huge MacArthur grant. Here’s what’s proposed in it.

News

5 Takeaways From Kenney’s Report on His First 100 Days in Office

A paper offers highlights of his administration so far. But some of the content is pie-in-the-sky.


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.


News

That Delco Lawyer’s Bonkers Case Against Led Zeppelin Might Not Be So Bonkers

A judge has set it for trial in May.

Waxman Wins Gayborhood Ward Endorsement

Plus more local LGTBQ news.

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Cops: Man Hit with Glass at Paddy Whack’s on South Street

Do you recognize the man in this surveillance footage?

News

The Phone Call From Ed Snider that Terry Murray Will Never Forget

Murray, the former Flyers head coach, recalls a conversation that brought their four-decade relationship full circle.

News

Center City Doesn’t Need Another Wawa

Weymouth: With another Wawa on the way, it seems like the old-school Philly corner store is an endangered institution.

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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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Ocean City Wins Best Beach in America Bracket

It’s officially better than Huntington Beach.

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Mom Gets Nasty Anonymous Letter About Son With Autism

But she says there’s a happy ending.

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WATCH: State Rep. White Clashes with Immigration Activists

“I need you to leave now. Promptly!”

Villanova Wildcats head coach Jay Wright celebrates after winning 2016 national championship title.
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The Guy Who Won Coach of the Year Gave His Award to Jay Wright

He used a post-it note to change the award.

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