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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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Lyft Planning to Launch in Philadelphia

Move over, Uber. Another ride-hailing service arrives.

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The Phillymag.com Pop Quiz for the Week

Are you a newser? Or a loser?

News

Friday City Reads

Clarke’s big City Hall re-org and the racial injustice of tough curfew laws.

News

What They’re Saying About the Penn State Deal

Including a Joe Paterno family statement.

Philanthropy Friday: Equality PA

What the LGBT org is up to, and how you can help.

News

Deal Restores Penn State’s Vacated Football Wins

Paterno is winningest college coach once again.


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

Chris Christie Says He “Knew Nothing” of Jerry Jones Deal

But he issued a press release about it.

“Unauthorized Alien” Arrested for Child Porn in Philly

Feds say Jose Dany Zacarias-Jaramillo admitted sending, receiving illicit images.

Lesbian Shot in Broad Daylight in North Philly

At 9:30 a.m., Kim Jones was on her way to work.

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Bill Cosby Accuser Seeking Criminal Charges

This may be within the statute of limitations.

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Report: Lincoln Financial Field to Host Gold Cup Final

Linc beats MetLife Stadium to host soccer championship.

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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

Caesars Bankruptcy Could Be Good News for A.C.

A Nevada casino expert weighs in.

Mayor Nutter Officiates Same-Sex Wedding of Israeli Diplomat

Elad and Oren tie the knot at City Hall.

Philly Schools: Worse than Detroit?

Pew: Funding for city schools lags many other big cities.

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Is Yuengling Banned From Wolf’s Inauguration?

Republican representative says beer prohibited because of political reasons.

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