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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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Central Bucks School District to Vote on Termination of Blogging Teacher

Natalie Munroe made national news when her students—and later everyone else—caught wind of a her blog posts about the kids in her classes. Tonight, the […]

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Just As Our Forefathers Imagined, Wawa Celebrates America’s Independence With a 4.5-Ton Hoagie on June 27th

Real Americans don’t simply celebrate the independence of the United States with some sparklers and a hot dog or two on the Fourth of July. […]

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What Happens If a Bomb Goes Off on a SEPTA Train?

Emergency responders in Philly were put to the test over the weekend as “Operation Edge” simulated a terror attack in the city. The scenario involved […]

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Jamie Moyer’s Tour de MLB Continues With the Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays have signed former Phillie and Souderton native Jamie Moyer. Moyer has already had deals with the Rockies and Orioles this year. […]

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Woman Says She Has, Ahem, Solo Photos of Terrell Owens

A woman is apparently shopping around photos she has of former Eagles wide receiver Terrell Owens doin’ his thang. The woman claims to have connected […]

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Judge Gives Conditional Approval to House Arrest for Monsignor Lynn

Last week a jury convicted Monsignor William Lynn of one count of endangering the welfare of a child. Lynn has been held as a prisoner […]


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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That’s So Gay: Oreo

The cookie shows its Pride

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Celeb Scoop: Someone Might Love Springsteen More Than Chris Christie

NYT Columnist Loves Springsteen. David Brooks—a longtime columnist for the New York Times—really loves Springsteen. But, if Springsteen isn’t really your thing, you’ll be glad […]

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Hear the Tape of Jerry Sandusky’s Adopted Son Matt Tell Police His Father Abused Him

A few days into the trial of Jerry Sandusky, his adopted son Matt came forward to admit that he had supposedly lied to the grand […]

PA House Majority Leader Says Voter ID Law Will Allow Romney to Win Pennsylvania

House Majority Leader Mike Turzai spoke at the Republican State Committee meeting in Hershey over the weekend. During his speech, he brought up the recently […]

Philly News Outlets Might Help Christie Help Romney in November?

As Mitt Romney’s announcement of a GOP vice presidential candidate looms nearer and nearer, many in Washington—and elsewhere—are speculating as to the potential influence New […]

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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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Most People Still Think Bisexuality Isn’t Real

“Frenchie Davis of The Voice and American Idol comes out as a lesbian”—I read that headline on PHL 17’s website, and I knew before reading […]

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Words to Avoid Tweeting if You Want to Avoid Homeland Security

As a country, we are now more concerned with guarding utility and government computer systems against hackers than we are with real-world troubles like terrorism, […]

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Supreme Court Set to Hear Comcast Anti-Trust Case

The Supreme Court of the United States will soon hear a case involving Comcast and an class-action, anti-trust lawsuit alleging that the cable behemoth gobbled […]

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What We Love: Cher – the Musical

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