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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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APA Rethinks Transgender Identity

Could a new definition change attitudes?

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The Location of Philly’s Next Casino Is …

It’s been a tough year for gambling in Philadelphia. First the lottery axed hated spokes-groundhog Gus. Then … um, well, I guess that’s it, really: […]

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Did Tom Corbett Protect Penn State for Governor Votes?

In a speech before the world’s press, Pennsylvania Governor Tom Corbett said, “We must keep in mind that when it comes to the safety of […]

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Morning Scoop: Phillies and Hamels Agree to the Biggest Contract in Philly Sports History

Phillies Extend Cole Hamels. The Phils and Hamels have agreed to a six-year, $144 million contract extension that will keep the pitcher in red pinstripes […]

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What’s the Last Thing Your Kid Stole?

My nephew Patrick was down at our Shore place over the weekend. I own a small abode in Ocean City with my brother and sister-in-law, […]

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A Joe Paterno Statue Shouldn’t Even Have Existed

On a baseball road trip a few years ago, my dad and I were walking around the concourse at Kansas City’s Kaufman Stadium when I […]


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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Shea Weber Will Remain a Nashville Predator

So, that was fun while it lasted, right? The Nashville Predators announced on Tuesday afternoon that they’ll match the 14-year, $110 million offer sheet that […]

Mitt Romney Accuses President Obama of Allowing Classified Information to Leak to the Media

Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney—ahead of a week he’ll spend abroad—addressed the Veterans of Foreign Wars in Nevada on Tuesday. In his speech, Romney accused […]

VIDEO: President Obama Talks Into Camera for New TV Ad

The campaign to re-elect President Obama released a new television ad on Monday that features President Obama speaking directly into the camera about the differences […]

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Chris Christie and Jimmy Buffett in A.C. to Announce New Margaritaville Location

Hey! Ya know what’ll really save Atlantic City’s dwindling tourism figures and make up for the fact that Revel has been a huge bust so […]

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Anthony Bourdain Is in Philly

The Travel Channel’s Anthony Bourdain is reportedly in Philly and making some appearances at some of the Italian Market’s best known food joints. He was […]

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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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Penn State Increases Security, Investigates Threats

Since the July 12th release of the Freeh Report, Penn State’s University Police have received numerous calls pertaining to threats sent to school employees. Many […]

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Charter School Mogul Charged in Multimillion Fraud Case

Dorothy June Hairston Brown—a former principal in the Philadelphia School District and the founder of three local charter schools—has been charged in a multimillion dollar […]

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Celeb Scoop: Springsteen Sought Help for Suicidal Thoughts While Writing “Nebraska”

Springsteen Was Suicidal? The Boss revealed that he sought help after he was experiencing suicidal thoughts while writing Nebraska in 1982. [The New Yorker] Kate […]

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The Phillies Are Reportedly Shopping Hunter Pence

On Tuesday, Ken Rosenthal of Fox Sports wrote that the Phillies are reportedly shopping right fielder Hunter Pence. Pence only became a Phillie at last […]

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