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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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Will Public Enemy Eat the Octopus at Osteria?

In celebration of the group’s 25th anniversary, Chuck D, Flavor Flav and the rest of the Public Enemy crew have announced a show at North […]

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Celeb Scoop: Lindsay Lohan Endorses Romney

Lindsay Lohan Endorses Romney. The much maligned actress has thrown her support behind Mitt Romney, which is especially useful considering that she’s not registered to […]

Did Paul Ryan Lift the “Bean” Story From Kurt Cobain?

While debating VP Joe Biden on Thursday, noted Nirvana fan and Vice Presidential candidate Paul Ryan recounted the moment he saw the first ultrasound of […]

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VIDEO: Watch a Pulitzer Winner Speed Read Green Eggs and Ham

If you’ve ever wanted to watch a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist speed-read a Dr. Seuss book, then you’re in look. Kristen Graham—who simply crushes it on […]

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Well, Shooting the Robber Is One Way to Stop a Stickup

Well, I guess this is one way to thwart a stickup. A West Philly store owner shot an armed robber twice on Friday morning. Police […]

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Jersey Mother Says Teacher Made Her Daughter Eat a Bagel Out of the Trash

A Cumberland County mother is outraged after she says a teacher Deerfield Township Elementary School made her 5-year-old daughter eat a bagel out of the […]


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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New 23-Story Apartment Tower Could Change Chinatown, Center City

Get ready for a new, $70 million, 23-story apartment tower in Chinatown. The project—slated for 10th and Vine—will include 144 apartments and a public recreation […]

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2012 Is the Hottest Year on Record

Through the end of September, the average temperature in Philadelphia has been has been 62.2 degrees. That makes 2012 3.5 degrees hotter than the average, […]

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Bullied Gay Teen Denied Eagle Award

Boy Scouts defend decision

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Police Plan Fundraiser for Cop Who Punched Woman

On Sunday, October 28th, the Fraternal Order of Police are holding a fundraiser for former Lt. Jonathan Josey. Josey was suspended with intent to dismiss […]

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Listen: People Are Writing Songs for Philly’s Public Art

You know how you’re always walking down the street, staring at Philadelphia’s many examples of public art and thinking, Gee, I wonder what that sculpture […]

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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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Gay Video Gaming Gets a Boost

EA to join GaymerCon

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Mark Headd Wants to Expose Philly’s Data

Forget taking on cigar-smoking political bosses. Philly’s reform movement of the moment is focused online, on letting residents click a link and see how every […]

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Solve America’s Obesity Problem With Shame

Several years ago, one of the best-loved theme parks in the world shut down a classic ride so it could make some adjustments: People had […]

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15 Most Quotable Movies of All Time

When we talk about movie quotes, we often disassociate the quote from the movies. Sometimes it’s because the quote is far more famous than the […]

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