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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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At A Glance: 76ers vs Raptors

The Philadelphia 76ers will look for their first win tonight when they take on Kyle Lowry and the 5-3 Toronto Raptors.

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SEPTA Is Buying 13 New Locomotives for $113 Million

They’ll be much easier to maintain.

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Sixers Owner’s Helicopter Causes Cancelation of Soccer Game

It wasn’t really his fault, though. He’s apologized.

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5 Things to Know About Philly’s Next Top Cop

Richard Ross said he’ll keep many of the outgoing commissioner’s policies. But already, he’s struck a very different tone.

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Was That a Burning Cross on the Philly Police Twitter Feed?

No, officials say. It’s some thing from Pokemon.

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2016 Phillies Wall Calendar Has So Many Ex-Phillies

Cole Hamels is on the cover.


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.


Philly Boxer Yusaf Mack: A Cautionary Tale and Inspirational Story

The forces of Black masculinity, heterosexism and homophobia all work as interlocking systems of oppression in the case of Yusaf Mack.

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SEPTA on Temple Ads: “We Made a Mistake”

Why a big ad campaign disappeared from the Cecil B. Moore subway station recently.

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Rupert Murdoch Praises Christie

Also, Christie said his identity was stolen.

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The Parking Authority Has a New App, and It’s As Stupid As You’d Expect

Fiorillo: ParkSnap doesn’t do what you need it to.

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Montco Dude in Iverson Jersey Wins World Series of Poker

Joseph McKeehen won $7.68 million in his triumph.

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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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Richard Ross Named Next Police Commissioner

As expected, Philly deputy commissioner steps up to the top job.

G Philly Readers Save the Holidays for 250+ LGBTQ Homeless Youth

Yes, Philadelphia, there is a Santa Claus.

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Sixers Likes and Dislikes: Jahlil Okafor’s Post Game

How successful have the Sixers have been at working Okafor’s back-to-the-basket game into their offensive system.

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Doubts Emerge About Pa. Budget Deal

Proposal would give state the second-highest sales tax in America.

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