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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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Police Arrest Straw Purchaser of Gun Used to Officer

Police have arrested the straw purchaser of the gun that was used to shoot and kill a Plymouth Township Police officer last month. Andrew Charles […]

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Season 8 of It’s Always Sunny Gets Super Trashy

On Thursday, the gang will return to your television as the eighth season of It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia premieres on FX. The premiere episode […]

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The Prejudice Against Parents

It’s a pretty broad generalization to say this, but I’m going to do it anyway: Much of my generation (Generation X? Y? Pre-Millennial?) is, if […]

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There’s Already Been a Burglary at the New Hotel Monaco

The brand new Hotel Monaco at 5th and Chestnut officially opened to overnight guests on Thursday. It took all of 48 hours for someone to […]

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Eminent Domain or Land Grab? The Point Breeze Real Estate Debate Continues

The city is set to acquire dozens of properties in the Point Breeze section of Philadelphia through eminent domain for affordable housing. Basically, the city […]

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The Best (Worst) Local Political Ads This Season

It’s election season, and naturally all anyone wants to talk about is Big Bird. Obama released a new ad yesterday capitalizing on Mitt Romney’s debate […]


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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Don’t Get Sidetracked by the Phony War on Women

The War on Women. What is that? Sounds like some terrorists wielding rattling sabers at all womankind. A little frightening, right? Well, the phrase “War […]

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A Democrat’s Guide to Obama Losing the Election

Yes, Democrats, it’s OK to panic. The sky—or at least President Obama’s poll numbers—really is falling. Reuters says it. Pew says it. Gallup says it. […]

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We Need to Openly Talk About Fat People

America’s obesity rate, and whether publicly calling attention to it, as well as obese individuals themselves, should be on the table.

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Morning Scoop: Man Disputes Charges in Wedding Brawl

Turnpike Chief Resigns. As everyone argues over whether or not the turnpike is crumbling beneath a mountain of debt, its chief executive is stepping down, […]

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If You Missed the Voter Registration Deadline

First of all, it’s not your fault. Well, no, it is your fault, but it’s not entirely your fault. For all our talk of free, […]

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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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Home HIV Test Goes on the Market

Will more people get tested?

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I Got Married at the Society Hill Sheraton

In the past couple of years, a significant number of local crime stories here in Philly have found themselves in the national news, from various […]

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John Waters Reads Lady Chatterley

He celebrates Banned Books Week

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Lesbian SNLer Does Celesbians

Kate McKinnon as Jodie and Ellen

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