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How Five Days in Philly Changed Movie History Forever

On the 50th anniversary of Rocky, the never-before-told story of the crazed, chaotic, and clandestine filming of the city’s most famous movie.


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Opinion

Dear Josh Shapiro: Now That You Have the Votes, Here’s Our Wish List

Mac Mart owner Marti Liberman, whose business was targeted by the Boycott Ride in Philadelphia on Sunday, November 8th (photo courtesy Marti Lieberman/Mac Mart)
Q&A

Mac Mart Wasn’t Even Supposed to Be Open During the Philly Boycott Ride. Here’s Why It Was

Guides

14 New Books by Philly Authors to Add to Your TBR List

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Michael Vick
News

If an Irate Fan Showed up at Vick’s House…

Philly fans would never live it down. Meanwhile in Texas…

Where to Find Fresh Produce in Philly

Michael Anastasio Produce, Inc. Italian Market |911 Christian Street When to Go: Year-round, Monday through Saturday. Why to Go: Though Anastasio is primarily a wholesaler […]

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Amish Get to Opt Out of Obamacare

Lucky them?

Girl at the End of the Bar

Tracy Buchholz is single and ready to mingle, ladies!

News

Oops: No Halloween Ban At Montco Elementary School

School district blames principal.

News

Questlove’s Got *Another* Book Coming Out

Nick Cannon is unfortunately involved.


Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year

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.


Craig Berube Tells Inquirer Columnist to “Get Lost”

Watch it in GIF form!

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Is Prison the New Slavery?

Here’s what tough drug laws are really targeting.

News

Penn Endowment Growth #1 in Ivies

Take than, Princeton!

News

New Jersey Had Itself a Big Ol’ Debate Last Night

Watch Barbara Buono tell Christie to “man up.”

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Will Truckers Shut Down D.C. This Weekend?

House Republicans aren’t the only ones making strange threats.

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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.


LGBT Six Word Meme-oir of the Day: Rinna Hoffman

“Married too young. Whoops, I’m gay!”

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PA Plays Big Role in NFL Concussion Documentary

Several local players profiled.

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Jerry Sandusky’s Son Arrested for DUI

In…Fargo, North Dakota

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The First Amendment vs. American Democracy

Will the Supreme Court strike down campaign finance limits?

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