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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

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

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Following Election Results: An Easy, State-by-State Guide

In any good mystery novel, you can’t guess the ending. That’s what tonight’s election results will be: the end of a good mystery novel. Anyone […]

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Chris Christie Got His Power Back Last Night

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie held a press conference on Tuesday to update everyone on the ongoing recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. […]

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When I Enter the Voting Booth, I Won’t Be Alone

A plea from WXPN’s Robert Drake

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Where to Watch the Election Results

Your guide to Election Day coverage

Racial Insensitivity and Zombies Earn Candidates Awards for Best Campaign Ads

Racial insensitivity. Ageism. Zombies. Close talkers. Crying toddlers. The folks at FactCheck.org covered all of the bases when doling out awards for this year’s scariest, […]

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James Bond Was a Bird Man From Philly

James Bond—the British secret known as 007—is one of the most infamous fictional characters ever. Created by Ian Flemming, Bond has been the protagonist of […]


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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Listen to George Romney: Vote Obama

I make no mystery of my progressive leanings—particularly on social issues like marriage equality and a woman’s right to choose—and I have little patience for […]

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I Am Your Reason to Support Marriage Equality

Because the political is personal

Astronauts Vote From Space, So You Have No Excuse

Astronauts were able to vote in today’s presidential election thanks to a bill passed by Texas legislators in 1997. The astronauts in orbit receive a […]

Big Problems at Philly Polling Places

Since there were already a lot of problems being reported in Philadelphia the day before Election Day, it comes as no surprise that Election Day […]

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Don’t Let Romney Turn Back Time

Kathy Griffin and Cher speak up

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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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Liberty City’s Endorsements

LGBT-friendly election picks

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PHOTO: The Black Panthers Have Arrived

This morning, after voting in my own neighborhood, I stopped by the polling place on the 1200 block of Fairmount Avenue, the same location where […]

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Michael Nutter’s Marathon-Sized Balls

You may have read over on Philly.com that Mayor Michael Nutter made a last-second pitch to host the canceled New York City Marathon. Well, over […]

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Morning Scoop: Bruce Springsteen Hugged Chris Christie, Made the Governor Cry

Christie Says Springsteen Made Him Cry. The biggest Springsteen fan ever, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, says that he met The Boss at the Hurricane […]

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