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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)
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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Ren Faire’s Best in Costume

Find out who won during Gay Day

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Why Tonight’s Eagles Game Matters So Much

When the Eagles take on Captain Hoodie and his minions Monday night in the Massachusetts wilderness, fans had better pay close attention, because it’s the […]

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Debunking Myths About Gun Rights in Philadelphia

In the end, Philadelphia police officer Moses Walker Jr. died Saturday morning not just because the city’s streets are filled with bad men—though, surely, that […]

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Wanted: Sales Associate

Do you have what it takes?

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Will Boomers Have to Pay for Their Grandkids?

Over the weekend, the first of my friends from high school became a grandma. Actually, she became a “Loli,” because she hated the way “Gran” […]

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Having a Baby Is Like a Second Honeymoon

The most difficult days of my life involved death—my mother, a brother, a brother-in-law who was like blood family to me, a pair of miscarriages. […]


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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Morning Scoop: Paul Ryan Coming to West Chester, Center City

Paul Ryan in West Chester, Center City. Republican vice presidential candidate Paul Ryan (and his abs) will speak at a rally at the American Helicopter […]

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How Smart Is Joe Biden?

The echoes of idiocy have now lasted six days. The lasting controversy of Vice President Joe Biden and his mouth has led more than a […]

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David Eisner to Step Down as Constitution Center Prez

On Friday, David Eisner announced that, effective October 31st, he will step down from his post as the president and CEO of the oh-so-exciting National […]

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New Type of Swine Flu Found in Pennsylvania

H3N2v doesn’t exactly have the same ring to it as “H1N1,” but you might want to avoid places with pigs for a while just in […]

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Trial of PSU Officials to Start in January

The trial of former Penn State University athletic director Tim Curley and former senior vice president of the university Gary Schultz has been set to […]

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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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Celeb Scoop: Miley Cyrus Goes Down the Shore

Miley Cyrus on the Boardwalk. She’s still in town, but ducked out for a brief trip down the shore. Miley was reportedly on the boards […]

Rage Against the Machine Doesn’t Like That Paul Ryan’s a Big Fan

Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney recently announced that he’d selected GOP Congressman Paul Ryan of Wisconsin as his running mate for the 2012 election. Over […]

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North Philly’s Turn for a Water Main Break

It’s North Philly’s turn to deal with a water main break. The Philadelphia Fire Department responded to the 1800 block of North 4th Street on […]

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Will George Norcross Land His Helicopter Atop the Inquirer?

Lots of rumors circling about at the old Strawbridge’s building at 801 Market Street, the new headquarters of the Philadelphia Inquirer, Daily News, and philly.com. […]

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