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Every year, Philadelphia sees new concrete structures rise, turning parts of the city into what many call "concrete jungles." While urban development has its upsides, we can't forget the vital role nature plays in residents' lives. Sure, some folks can choose to live outside the city, but that doesn't...

Throughout the history of their city's development, citizens have faced various problems as a result of improper waste sorting. It's hard to blame the local officials for everything when even those who complain about them are the ones who litter the city. Read more about the general history of...

A long time ago, in The City of Brotherly Love, many citizens said goodbye to their lives right on the streets due to poor personal hygiene. Even the President of the United States died during the cholera epidemic, which was the last straw. Later, education and the creation of...

Philadelphia has many remarkable buildings that are powerful not only in terms of quality but also beauty. Such works of engineering art become a visiting card of the settlement in the camera gallery of tourists. However, the memory of the latter will not exactly capture the founder of the...

Many people in America and around the world speak about our city, in particular, because of its two great rivers, the Schuylkill and the Delaware. However, few people know about the interesting history of the latter, namely, how they influenced the development of fishing in Philadelphia. In the current...

This alcoholic beverage is one of the oldest in the world. It has been brewed for well over eight thousand years BC in the Transcaucasus region. Over time, spreading across the planet, it reached our region. Read more about the history of the ancient alcoholic beverage, namely, who and...

Joseph Leidy is a famous American biologist who was born in the City of Brotherly Love. The scientist taught at the local higher education institution. He was also engaged in research on rare species of prehistoric creatures and parasites of our continent. Read more about the life story and...

Frances Spence is an outstanding mathematician who is remembered for her contribution to the development of the digital computer. The woman developed her career in times of gender stereotypes. Despite all the difficulties, she succeeded. Read more about the life story of the scientist, her path to success and...

He was a famous economist, sociologist and a rather erudite person. However, Walter Isard is best remembered for his special activity, which resulted in the emergence of new scientific disciplines in geography and economics. He had a rich and interesting life path. Read more details about his story, as...

Many outstanding people were born in our city. They glorify Philadelphia not only in the United States of America but also all over the world. Among them are famous politicians, businessmen, as well as bloggers, actors, musicians and other show business stars. However, few people know about famous scientists....