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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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Every Parent’s Nightmare

mI was in a hotel, with my father, my wife, Lisa, and our boys. We were traveling down the hallway, laughing about something. I don’t […]

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The Top 10 Lessons of the 2012 Presidential Election

10. The Tea Party? Not much of a party. If there’s one thing 2012 proved conclusively, it’s that the Republican Party needs to be more […]

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Petraeus Scandal Has Philly Connection

Drexel study is going to look into building a pedestrian platform to connect West Philly to Art Museum. You go, John Fry. [Inquirer] Strike at […]

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Philly’s Walkability Helped City Survive the Recession. Really.

Center City Philadelphia has long had a reputation as one of the most “walkable” areas of the country—it’s easy to head out the door and […]

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Delfonics Singer Major Harris is Dead at 65

Major Harris, who helped create the “Philly sound” as a member of the Delfonics, died Friday at the age of 65. Harris left the group […]

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Pennsylvania Republicans Have an Unfair Advantage in Congress

The days of Pennsylvania as a swing state are clearly over—the state just gave its Electoral College votes to a Democrat for the sixth election […]


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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Secret Service for Romney’s Giant Family Would’ve Cost A LOT

President Obama’s re-election has saved the taxpayers a lot of money. Why? Because the Secret Service only has to pay to protect the four immediate […]

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Philadelphia Police Department Overhauls Command Structure

Mayor Nutter and Police Commissioner Charles Ramsey held a press conference this afternoon to announce an overhaul to the department’s command structure. There are a […]

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You Still Might Get to See Bradley Cooper Naked

In a new WSJ Q&A titled “The Sexiest Bipolar Man Alive,” Philly’s shirtless wonder Bradley Cooper talks about looking sexy, playing crazy, and how being […]

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Mayor Nutter, Firefighters Union Butt Heads Over Transfer Plan

No, City Hall and the firefighters union still haven’t finalized a contract that was to take effect (checks watch) three years ago. But what are […]

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Should Josh Hamilton Join the Phillies?

Now, don’t get too excited: There’s not much evidence such a plan is happening. But the folks at the Bleacher Report say free-agent slugger Josh […]

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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.


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Sandy’s Gone, But the Gas Gouging Lawsuits Remain

It happens every time a monster storm occurs: Gas stations raise their prices, and other merchants often do as well. But “gouging” isn’t nice, and […]

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New Whole Foods Will Build at 22nd and Pennsylvania

Remember that vague story this morning about giant new Whole Foods store being planned for somewhere near the Philadelphia Museum of Art? The Philadelphia Business […]

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This is the News We’ve All Been Waiting For

Lube that’s TSA-friendly

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LGBT Voters and Obama

The key to the popular vote

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