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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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5 Notable Philly April Fools’ Jokes

McQuade: And one real story you’ll wish was fake.

DJ Carl Michaels Presents

10 songs that inspire lust on my dancefloors (and maybe in your bedroom).

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9 Reasons Not to Observe April Fool’s Day in Philly

Weymouth: This city plays petty mind tricks on us all year round.

Former Sixers Player Kevin Ollie Banned from Traveling to Indiana

Following passage of the state’s anti-gay Religious Freedom Act.

Gay Things to Do This Week

The NOH8 photo open shoot, RuPaul’s Drag Race‘s Max at Voyeur, the Candyland Pub Crawl and more.

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Citified Events: Meet Jim Kenney

Join us at this free event Thursday night.


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

Should You Be Fined For Not Voting?

Anthony Williams to introduce legislation to make voting mandatory. Do such measures work?

The Indigo Girls’ Amy Ray Chats About Their Upcoming Philly Concert

A first-time team-up with The Philadelphia Youth Orchestra.

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Montco DA Will Review, Possibly Further Investigate, Kane Findings

Risa Vetri Ferman released a statement on the case.

News

Mumia Suffered Diabetic Shock, Say Supporters

He was taken to the ICU on Monday after fainting in prison. An update from the hospital.

News

One Philly College Basketball Team Is Still Playing

Temple’s men’s team lost a heartbreaker last night; the women’s team plays in the NIT tonight.

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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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The Brief: Ed Rendell “Not Likely” to Endorse a Mayoral Candidate

So why is he saying nice things about Doug Oliver?

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How Pa. Law Gets Indiana Results

No law allows discrimination — but no law prohibits it either.

News

Stephanie Singer Gets A Chance To Fight for Her Political Life

A judge will hear arguments from the attorney trying to save her campaign.

News

What’s Philly’s Best Spot for Google Maps Pac-Man?

An early April Fools’ day gift from Google has us chomping up the streets.

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