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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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VIDEO: Wayne Simmonds Beats the Crap Out of Someone in Germany

It’s October 8th and there’s no hockey in sight. So, we’re happy to update you on the goings-on of your Orange and Black Knights as […]

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Celeb Scoop: Mila Kunis Is the Sexiest Woman Alive

Mila Kunis Is Sexy. In fact, she’s the sexiest woman alive, according to Esquire. Eat your heart out. [Daily Mail] Jay-Z Takes the Subway. Jay-Z […]

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Yuengling Looks to Expand, But Probably Not in PA

Since ye days of olde, Pennsylvanians have had the great pleasure of quenching their thirst with the delicious taste of Yuengling Lager. Over the past […]

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Who Wants a Mural on the PSFS Building?

Philly has the most public murals of any city in the country, thanks to the Mural Arts Program. For all our murals, though, Philly can’t […]

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PHOTOS: Weekend Wrap Up

Three days of events

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Foundation Names Chief Executive of Philly’s Catholic High Schools

Back in August, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia announced it was turning control of its 17 high schools and four special education facilities to an independent […]


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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Judge Wants Journos to Synchronize Their Watches for the Sandusky Sentencing

Judge John M. Cleland—the man presiding over the Jerry Sandusky trial—has been trying to crack down on live-tweeting during court proceedings. Last time around, some […]

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HOST Opens in Gayborhood

It’s all about the decor

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Jerry Sandusky Expects to Be Vindicated

Jerry Sandusky is scheduled to be sentenced on Tuesday. After his conviction on dozens of charges related to the sexual abuse of young boys, Sandusky […]

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How Philly Can Get AVI Right

With the Actual Value Initiative pushed back until 2013, we can take our time to make real estate assessments fair and accurate in a careful […]

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Comcast to Mark LGBT History Month

OUT@Comcast goes to Mazzoni

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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.


Buzz Bissinger Explains Why He’s Voting for Mitt Romney

Buzz Bissinger—author of Friday Night Lights and one-time Inky columnist—has decided that he’s going to vote for Mitt Romney in the upcoming presidential election. A […]

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Philly Is the Sweat Suit Capital of America

Everyone go ahead and pat yourselves on the back for a job well-done. We went out and proved to the world that no one in […]

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Looking for a Date?

Two sites want you to join

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Speaking of Rape, Happy Columbus Day!

Imagine, if you will, that the man who murdered your entire family, raped your daughter, sister, and mother before killing them, tortured your son, brother, […]

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