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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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Cops: Hospital Patient Steals Aramark Van, Crashes into Creek

He still had an IV in his arm.

Philly Drag Queens Subject of New Documentary

What it’s like when the makeup comes off.

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Measles Scare at Please Touch Museum

The Department of Health has warned the public.

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Pregnant Woman Attacked, Robbed in South Philly

Police release surveillance footage.

News

Gas Prices Went Up 10 Cents in Pa. on January 1st

Here’s why you’re paying more in Pennsylvania.

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New Jersey Raises Minimum Wage by 13 Cents

New law raises wage in step with Consumer Price Index each year.


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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New Abuse-Reporting Rules Now in Effect

Jerry Sandusky inspired new laws to protect children.

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Mummers: The Best Social Media

Philly rang in the new year with string bands and fancy brigades.

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Philly Records First Birth, Homicide of 2015

Nothing changes on New Year’s Day.

Philly’s Biggest Winners and Heroes in 2014

Here’s who left the year better than they found it.

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The Biggest Losers of 2014

From Cosby to Kathryn Knott.

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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.


PLAYLIST: 10 Anthems to Kick Off 2015

A New Year’s soundtrack by DJ Carl Michaels.

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Poll: Christie Trails Bush by 10 Points

Jersey governor will fight an uphill battle if he runs for president in 2016.

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Saylor to Head Pa. Supreme Court

Takes over for Ronald Castille, who has hit retirement age.

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Police Kill Man Who Made Threats

Joseph Pacini had made video threats against officers, FBI.

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