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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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Philly Native On Trial in Texas “Draw Muhammad” Attack

Prosecutors: Abdul Malik Abdul Kareem was “soaking in ISIS propaganda.”

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76ers Trade Deadline Roundup

The Sixers are involved in discussions with the Sacramento Kings and Chicago Bulls in a trade which would send Pau Gasol to Sacramento.

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Kathryn Knott Seeks Lighter Sentence

The Scoop: Her co-defendants in Center City gay bashing got probation. She got jail.

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200+ New Jersey Residents: Re-Open Sheridan Investigation

The letter was signed by three ex-N.J. governors.

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5 Takeaways From Kenney’s Chamber of Commerce Speech

The mayor made a case for expanding pre-K. Will businesses help pick up the tab?

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Man Charged With Raping Wife, Attempted Murder on Valentine’s Day

Thanks to quick thinking, his wife narrowly escaped death.


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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How Comcast Workers Got a Crosswalk to Wawa

And city didn’t even have to pay for it!

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Police Say Detective Broke Man’s Leg With Brutal Kick

And then abandoned him on a “random roadside.”

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Here’s the Full Text of Jim Kenney’s Chamber of Commerce Speech

The new mayor talks business.

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In Delaware, People Pay Big Bucks for Low-Digit License Plates

Here’s why.

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Sixers Mailbag

The NBA’s trade deadline is Thursday at 3 pm. We discuss what the Sixers might do in this week’s mailbag.

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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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Doctor Says Viral Facebook Post About Hit-and-Run Accident Ruined His Life

15,000 shares and counting.

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Judge: No Pay for Penn Track Athletes

Ruling comes as Drexel prepares for summit on rights of college athletes.

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There’ll Be An AC Feature on New Year’s Eve TV Next 3 Years

And it’s costing the state $12.5 million.

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I Have Complicated Feelings About Chickie’s & Pete’s Crabfries Chips

Weymouth: Crabfries have been compromised.

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