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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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What We Love: Gay Theatre Bus Party

See Spring Awakening this week

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T.O. Faces Baby Mamas on Dr. Phil

Oh, how the mighty have fallen. Former Eagle and driveway-sit-up enthusiast Terrell Owens will be on Dr. Phil Tuesday afternoon with a slew of his […]

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William Way Honors Bayard Rustin

Two events spotlight the out activist

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Nats GM Says Hamels Hitting Harper Was “Gutless Chickenshit”

So, apparently this “rivalry” is actually becoming a thing. The general manager of the Washington Nationals has responded to Cole Hamels’ comments on last night’s […]

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Don’t Get Ripped Off On StubHub

After 15,000-plus fans scooped up tickets for her three shows at Atlantic City’s brand new Revel in a matter of minutes, Beyonce has announced a […]

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“LOVE” Sculptor Sued Over “PREM” Pieces

Pop artist Robert Indiana—known for the “LOVE” sculpture that sits in JFK Plaza—has been named in a lawsuit filed last week in Maine by an […]


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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Shop Talk With Andre Richard Baldini

Gayborhood memories and hairstyle tips

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Here’s What Bart Blatstein Has Planned for N. Broad

Bart Blatstein says the casino isn’t the most intriguing part of his planned North Broad development. What he’s most jazzed about is going on the […]

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Casinos Give PA Residents Tax Relief

The Pennsylvania Department of Education’s Tim Eller says nearly $800 million of Pennsylvania’s gambling revenue is used to provide tax relief to state residents. Most […]

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UPenn’s Chipotle Robbed at Gunpoint

The Chipotle on the University of Pennsylvania’s campus was robbed at gunpoint last night. The suspect allegedly made off with $300-500 from the Walnut Street […]

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Philly Wants You to Complain About the City From Your Phone

Complaining about Philly is about to get easier with the city’s plan for a 3-1-1 app. The city is expected to announce a deal with […]

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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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This Weekend’s Bizarro Sports Recap

Late in Sunday’s game-four Sixers’ dispatching of the wounded Bulls, fans had to be screaming, “Jinx!” as ABC ran a graphic listing the four eight […]

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How to Avoid College Hazing

Florida state attorney Lawson Lamar addressed reporters last week about the death of Florida A&M drum major Robert Champion, who was allegedly beaten to death […]

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Would Hypocritical GOP Prefer bin Laden Was Still Alive?

If you’re wondering why America is no longer able to make even the most basic, common-sense decisions, there are two simple answers: extreme partisanship and […]

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Morning Scoop: Hamels Says He Plunked Harper on Purpose

Phils Win, Hamels Plunks Harper. The Fightin’s avoided a sweep by trouncing the Nats on national television in D.C. last night. Cole Hamels hit Nats […]

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