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

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

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Calculating the Odds on the Sixers’ Draft Pick

If anybody is still watching what will be one of the worst drafts in the last 20 years when NBA commissioner David Stern marches to […]

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Video: Watch Nik Wallenda Walk Across the Grand Canyon

Here’s the full abridged video (Discovery Channel has blocked full videos) of a harness-less Nik Wallenda crossing a gorge yesterday evening at the Grand Canyon*. […]

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Snowden Doesn’t Board Plane from Russia to Cuba

Where in the world is Edward J. Snowden? The fugitive whistleblower/document leaker was all set to board a flight from Russia to Cuba today, en […]

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Mad Men Season 6 Finale Recap

Season 6 of Mad Men ended last night with Don Draper (Jon Hamm) descending to the ninth circle of hell. The question is, will he […]

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America Is Just Like Westeros!

My husband isn’t a Game of Thrones guy. When he comes home from work, he really just wants to watch a movie he’s already seen […]

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Rural PA Senator Wants Concealed Carry in Philly

You’ve probably not heard of Richard Alloway II, and there’s a good reason for that: If you live in or around Philadelphia, you’ve never voted […]


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.


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Get Ready for “SuperMoon” This Sunday

Yes, it’s true — on Sunday, the moon will be full and at the point of its monthly cycle when it’s closest to earth. Put the […]

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WATCH: Paula Deen Apologizes

Earlier this week, it came out that Paula Deen might be just a little bit racist. Then on Friday morning, she didn’t show up for […]

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Christie Flying Flags at Half-Mast for Gandolfini

Monday, July 24th, flags across the state of New Jersey will fly at half-mast in honor of James Gandolfini. Chris Christie’s Executive Order No. 135 […]

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Video: Bike Share=Homeless Person Spinning Class

One of the issues Philly’s eventual bike share program must grapple with is how to make it accessible to low-income people. Here’s an idea, out […]

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Lenny Dykstra Is a Free Man Again

After more than six months in a California correctional facility, Lenny Dyskstra is a free man. Nails was in jail for charges relating to a […]

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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.


PLAYDAR: 7 Reasons Cher Doesn’t Need A Stinking Lady Gaga Duet

She’s strong enough on her own.

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Corbett Ranked “Most Vulnerable” Governor in Country

Larry Sabato, political swami and talking head, has looked into his mythic “crystal ball” and determined that PA’s own Tom Corbett is the single most […]

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Steelers Guaranteed to Look Ridiculous Again Next Year

One advantage the Eagles will have over the Steelers this year, at least for a game: team wardrobe. Reprising the very busy throwback 1930s yellow-and-black-striped […]

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Smokers Alone Can’t Save Philly Schools

Out of all the drug dealers in Philadelphia, Wawa has got to be my favorite. They’re always open, never find themselves in between re-ups, and […]

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