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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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Feds Require New Railway Safety Measures

After deadly Amtrak accident, a new effort to enforce rail speed limits.

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City Releases Evidence in Brandon Tate-Brown Shooting

(UPDATE) Officers involved in the shooting publicly named for first time.

Laverne Cox First Trans Woman Featured at Madame Tussauds

It’s time to pay a visit to the wax museum!

On to My New Adventure

A passing of the gay torch at G Philly.

What They’re Saying About Cornelius Randolph

He’s the Phillies’ top draft pick.

News

Should Philly Bars Have More Cameras?

Shane Montgomery’s mom presses City Council for more surveillance.


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

Another Sting Target Pleads Guilty

State Rep. Michelle Brownlee resigned her seat.

Iggy Azalea Cancels Pittsburgh Pride Appearance

Her homophobic and racist remarks caught up with her.

News

Christie Accused of Revealing Grand Jury Info

While he mulls presidential run, a potential new scandal.

Five Things to Know About the U.S. Women’s World Cup Team

Including that the squad’s got a local girl from Delran, N.J.

Bike Share Is Billed as a Car Alternative, But Is It Really?

Not for most riders, a study of five cities shows.

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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.


News

Squilla: I Did Not Attend a “White Lives Matter” Rally

Councilman responds to the viral Gawker article.

News

Former Clergyman Pleads to Child Porn Charges

Mark Haynes was a parochial vicar who last served in West Chester.

News

Facebook Frat Whistleblower Sues PSU

He says school did nothing for months after he told them about abuse. Penn State “strongly disputes” his allegations.

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Former Mount Laurel, N.J., Man Charged in Walter Scott Shooting

Officer Michael Slager was caught on tape shooting Walter Scott as Scott fled.

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