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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

Guides

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

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Police Shoot Gunman Outside City Hall

Philadelphia Police officers opened fire on a man who allegedly pointed a gun at them outside City Hall this morning. Witnesses say that the man […]

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Talking to Kids About Pot

We can officially count cannabis as another item on the long list of topics that parents find difficult to discuss with their children, at least […]

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10 Facebook Friends You Should Unfriend Now

Anyone with a Facebook profile has this dilemma: when is the right time to unfriend someone? If the person makes callous, offensive comments, the choice […]

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City Murder Rates Don’t Worry Everyone

Through July 3rd, Philadelphia saw 187 recorded murders in 2012. That’s 22 more than last year, 34 more than 2010, and just 16 behind an […]

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Weekend Roundup

What do to from city to shore

News

The New Meaning of Slacker

LGBT Pride radio, anyone?


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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5 Ways Successful Women Can Find Love

Dear Monica, With all the recent talk about women having it all, I’m curious. I am a successful businesswoman who is at the top of […]

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Robyn’s Still Here, Philly

Who’s seeing her tonight?

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Philly’s All-Time Favorite Teams

It’s time to rank them

News

Morning Scoop: Rupert Murdoch Wanted Chris Christie to Run for President

Rupert Murdoch Likes Chris Christie. Media mogul Rupert Murdoch—and Roger Ailes, chairman of Fox News—reportedly urged New Jersey Governor Chris Christie to run for president. […]

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Will a PAC Pick Philly’s Next Mayor?

The pro-privatization Students First PAC has been a huge player in state politics from the moment it emerged in 2010 flush with cash, much of […]

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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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Mayor Nutter Won’t Let a 16-Year-Old A-Hole Stain the City’s Reputation

Philly’s July 4th celebration on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway featured a number of popular musical acts including the homegrown Legendary Roots Crew and a surprise […]

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Five-Alarm Fire at Hersheypark Arena (Where Wilt Dropped 100)

In 1962, Wilt Chamberlain was a member of the Philadelphia Warriors. On March 2nd of that year, the team played a game against the New […]

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Chris Christie Is Disappointed in New York’s Football Teams

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie says that he’s disappointed in the New York Jets. So is everyone else who watched the 2012 football season (BOOM! […]

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Man Thinks He Lands a Role in a Jennifer Aniston Movie, Actually Has to Pay $32,000 in Child Support

An Allentown man was arrested a month ago when he stepped off a plane in Philadelphia. He had flown into Philly for his big break—a […]

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