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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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Someone Had $14,500 of Jewelry Stolen From A Car

The theft took place in Queen Village.

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Climate Change Could Knock Out Power in Philly

Johns Hopkins University ranks Philly second among vulnerable cities.

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The Many Faces of Bradley Stone

Montgomery County neighbors mourn the aftermath of an awful spree.

News

How Do I Cure My Online Rage?

As holidays approach, realizing the Internet has made me mean.

News

Shooting Suspect Bradley Stone Is Dead

He apparently “died of self-inflicted cutting wounds to the center of the body.”

14 Gay Things to Do This Week

NSFW dance party, Stimulus’s holiday soiree, a walk through South Philly and more.


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.


“Toys for Tots” Party at Chima

Gathering gifts for those who need them most.

News

Trump Taj Owner Asks Icahn to Stay Open

Will the casino be saved at the 11th hour?

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Court Rules O’Connor Can Forgive 2007 Brady Legal Fees

A years-long battle is over.

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3 Ironworkers Union Members Plead Guilty

Only Joseph Dougherty is left.

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Gay Bashing Suspects Held On All Charges

Victim Zachary Hesse testified about that fateful night.

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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

New Photos of Spree Suspect Bradley Stone

Cops are searching Montco for him.

News

Time to Fix Eminent Domain

Philly artist James Dupree got lucky. The next landowner probably won’t.

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Penn Frat in Hot Water over Christmas Message

A holiday message had a caricatured Beyonce blow-up doll.

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Fog Delaying Flights at PHL Airport

The ground stop has lifted, however.

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