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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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13 Must-Visit Jersey Shore Spots for Prince Harry

On Tuesday, Prince Harry will be visiting Seaside Heights and Mantoloking, two towns that were torn apart by Hurricane Sandy. That’s a very nice gesture, […]

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Philly Makes Strong Showing in Fast Company’s “100 Most Creative” List

Fast Company released its “100 Most Creative in Business” list today, and Philly makes a pretty good showing. Clocking in at #11 is Penn professor […]

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Monday Kickstarter

This weekend’s LGBTQ headlines.

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NBA Insider Dishes on Moneyball and New Sixers’ GM Sam Hinkie

In the coming days and weeks, as new Sixers GM Sam Hinkie and his advanced metrics approach to basketball are celebrated, remember the sage words […]

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Local DJ Killed in South Street Haagen Dazs [Updated]

At 3:45 a.m. on Saturday, 36-year-old Tom Watson, aka “DJ Fenicx,” was killed in side the Haagen Dazs on South Street. Watson, who had a […]

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What’s Trending on “Black Twitter”

Because of accessibility and user-friendliness via cell phone, Twitter has become the social media platform of choice among young people, and those who would otherwise […]


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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Photo: Live Shark Washes Ashore at Rehoboth Beach

A shark washed ashore on Rehoboth beach Friday. This is an interesting fact. More interesting perhaps? That two men who found it decided to walk […]

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Spotted: Denzel Washington at Penn Commencement

In the bleachers at Franklin Field: Denzel Washington, whose son Malcom is graduating today: Great Shot of Denzel Washington at the Penn Graduation on @fox29philly […]

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Here’s Who’s Speaking at Penn Commencement Today

Here’s today’s Commencement speaker schedule at Penn: Baccalaureate Ceremony: 9 a.m., Franklin Field: Vice President Joe Biden School of Dental Medecine: 1 p.m., Irvine Auditorium: […]

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Dan Snyder Vows to Protect “Redskins” Nickname to His Death

Well, at least Daniel Snyder never owned Chink’s Steaks. Chink’s, you’ll remember, is the northeast Philly steak shop that changed its name to Joe’s Steaks […]

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Asking for a Date Is Now Against the Law

Hi there! I’m in your English 101 class with you, and you look like a nice person. Would you like to go out on 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.


This Weekend

See the AIDS Quilt Songbook and more!

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Could PA Be the Republicans’ Best Shot in 2016?

On the eve of the presidential election, Wall Street Journal columnist Peggy Noonan used a large rally in Bucks County, among other political ephemera, as […]

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Chris Christie: “I’m Just Not Very Hungry Anymore”

Well that’s got to be the first time a U.S. governor has ever uttered those words on national television. Also divulged in this interview with […]

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Here’s How Much Tourism Impacted Philly Last Year

Eds, meds, and…tourism. That basically sums up Philly’s 21st century economy. But how many tourists really show up? How much do they bring in? And […]

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