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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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Pa. House Speaker Has ‘Boehner-Like Breakdown’ Over Pot

The bill passed anyway.

Mike Dunn on the Empty Desks in City Hall’s Pressroom

Op-ed: As the Inquirer and Daily News combine newsrooms, competition wanes and so does City Hall’s press corps.

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Texts from Camden Corrections Officers Are Incredibly Racist

Nine workers were fired over them.

Gender Neutral Bathroom Bill Signing at Fergie’s Pub

“That’s the juxtaposition, that a pub like this is proud to host this event and change these signs.”

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High Art: Q&A with Rooftopping Photographer Christopher Olstein

Philly from on top.

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The Sixers Tried to Play with Six Men on the Court Last Night

We have the GIF of Brett Brown’s reaction.


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.


Source: Gloria Casarez Way in the Works

A resolution will be presented to City Council.

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Franklin Square PATCO Could Open Again

Morning headlines: DRPA sets aside money for redesign, reconstruction of abandoned tunnel.

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76ers Embarrassed by Pacers in 112-85 Blowout

The 76ers lost to the Indiana Pacers 112-85. The Sixers committed 31 turnovers, the most in an NBA game this season.

Philadelphians Seem Bullish on Philly, Until You Look Closer

A Pew survey finds attytoods vary dramatically among four broad groups of Philadelphians.

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Brett Brown Says Joel Embiid Recovery Going Well

Brett Brown says Sixers center Joel Embiid is doing fantastic in his recovery. Embiid was visited by center Zydrunas Ilgauskas, who also suffered navicular bone injuries.

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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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Porn Star Sues Josh Duggar for Alleged Assault in Philadelphia

Danica Dillon says she “felt as if she were being raped.”

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Traveling To or From Philly For Thanksgiving?

This is when Google Maps says you should — and shouldn’t — do it.

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At A Glance: 76ers vs Pacers

The 0-11 Philadelphia 76ers will look for their first win since March when they take on Paul George and the Indiana Pacers.

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Search Is On for Cheltenham High Grad Who May Be Armed

Two campuses remain on high alert due to fears that the missing student may wreak violence.

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