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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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Was the Term “African American” Coined in Philadelphia?

New evidence that the city helped shape English for the modern world.

Honolulu Bishop Condemns Philly Mag Writer

For writing that Jesus would have been nice to gay people.

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State Rep: It Should Be a Crime to “Taunt” the Police

Fiorillo: The newest bold idea to come out of Harrisburg.

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FBI: We Gave Flawed Testimony in 6 Pa. Death Row Cases

Part of an ongoing review which affected 29 total trials in the state.

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City Pol: I’m Just Like the 1965 Selma Civil Rights Protesters

City Commissioner compares her fight to get back on the ballot to Bloody Sunday.

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Phillies on Pace for Lowest Attendance Since the Vet

McQuade: Citizens Bank Park is awful lonely nowadays.


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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Groundbreaking Political Data Site Launches in Philly

It’s called Crowdpac.

Area School Distict Expands Non-Discrimination Policy

To protect transgender students and faculty.

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Cheap Parking in Philly? There’s an App for That

The ‘Airbnb of parking spots’ just announced an expansion to Philadelphia.

Armani Offends With Homophobic Remarks

Says gay men shouldn’t “dress homosexual.”

Former Ed Rendell Aide Joins Kathleen Kane’s Office

Can Chuck Ardo put the attorney general back on track?

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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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WATCH: Philly Police Turned a Sizzler Commercial Into a Recruiting Video

It’s really weird.

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The Brief: Watch the Most Compelling Ad of the Campaign

Plus, when endorsements attack!

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Why Didn’t Lynne Abraham Prosecute a Cop Who Shot a 20-Year-Old in the Back?

Today, she says she would have done things differently.

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Temple ROTC Criticized for Wearing High Heels

It was part of a sexual assault awareness event; now it’s a culture war flashpoint.

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