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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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Yes, Philadelphia: Even in the era of Glee and Gossip Girl, these girls exist

In 1881, the swells of Philadelphia put on a party. And not just any party. A ball. One that would serve as a “debut” for […]

Jewelry to custom-order, salons to frequent, and things to buy (yourself) this month

Four new shops offer the perfect last chance to buy selfishly (in advance of the annual onset of holiday gift-giving guilt). Here’s what we’re purchasing […]

He was one of the most colorful characters in the history of the Philly mob  —  a charming killer who tangled with two MAFIA bosses, survived three gunshots to the head, and suffered Through the revenge murder of his own brother. Then he went into the Federal Witness-Protection Program  —  and built a new life for himself that may have been even crazier than his first one

THE ITALIAN AMERICAN car salesman looked so out of place in Middle America that strangers would walk up to him and ask, “Say, are you […]

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Stuff you can’t miss this month.

CONCERTSPink Floyd mastermind Roger Waters brings his critically acclaimed 30th anniversary production of The Wall to the Wells Fargo Center for three nights of crashing […]

The CNN star and author of The Next Big Story: My Journey Through the Land of Possibilities tells her stories at the First Person Fest on November 8th.

In the recent flood of memoirs, is there one you’ve latched onto?Mennonite In a Little Black Dress is amazing. You don’t have to see similarity […]

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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.

Local dapper dudes can dress to impress thanks to local Craig Arthur von Schroeder.

In a city where a debonair gent can count modish custom suit designers on one hand (one finger?), Commonwealth Proper is working against the stats, […]

Behind the Scenes at the Debutantes Photo Shoot

Photography by Trevor Dixon. Styling by Lauren Kozkiewicz.  Photographed on location at the Union League of Philadelphia.

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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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Why Is Angelo Cataldi Mad at Me?

Was it the hoagie thing?

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Democrats Get Personal

Desperate and baseless attacks are backfiring

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I Don’t Want to Vote

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Local porn office raided

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