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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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Justice Eakin Faces “Porngate” Hearing

Panel to decide if he should be suspended during ethics investigation.

PHOTOS: IBA Holiday Soiree 2015

The Independence Business Alliance celebrated a successful year during a party last week.

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Amtrak Safety Measures Finally in Place

Morning headlines: “Positive train control” might’ve prevented May’s deadly derailment.

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Can Chip Fix His Bradford and Murray Issues?

Missanelli: A non-committal quarterback and a disgruntled running back top the list of Eagles’ issues.

Jim Kenney: The Anti-Nutter?

Kenney is asking “what would Michael do?” And then often doing the opposite.

Renting in Philly Almost Broke Me

Weymouth: Why I finally took the home-ownership plunge — and what I learned about myself when I did.


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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Best Thing: Veteran Homes for the Holidays

Hingston: In response to a challenge from President Obama, Philly stepped up for homeless vets.

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Immediate Reaction: Sixers Fall to Knicks

The Philadelphia 76ers fell to the New York Knicks 107-97, falling to 1-27 on the season despite 20 points from rookie Jahlil Okafor.

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PHOTOS: SEPTA Trolleys, All Jolly and Merry Like Christmas

SEPTA employees dress up their vehicles in their holiday finest.

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Jurors Explain the Kathryn Knott Verdict

They said most of them wanted to convict on all charges.

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House Passes Bill to Permit Out-of-State Booze

No more Philly bootleggers?

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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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Gov: We Have the Votes for a Budget

Is the impasse almost over?

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Kathryn Knott Verdict Is In

She’s been found guilty of simple assault, conspiracy and reckless endangerment; not guilty of aggravated assault.

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Your Electricity Bill Is About to Go Up

PECO gets state approval for a rate increase.

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Former Sheriff John Green Indicted for Fraud

Feds say he received gifts, donations and help purchasing a retirement home to steer foreclosure business to James Davis.

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