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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

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

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Vince Young Invited to Dancing With the Stars

Aren’t we throwing the term “star” around at this point? The backup quarterback for last year’s Dream Team announced via Twitter that he’s been invited […]

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St. Joe’s Says No to Lesbian Couple

A Valentine’s contest goes wrong

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Rides to School Sponsored by Tastykake?

It’s hard to envision a better way to raise money for Philly’s public schools than drinking for an extra hour, but councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown […]

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Doug Glanville Writes About Pat Burrell

If you read one article today (that isn’t on The Philly Post) it should be this one. Former Phillie Doug Glanville was teammates with Burrell […]

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Man Gets Rabies From Chesco Deer

Hey, this is your friendly reminder that if a deer is growling at you and/or foaming at the mouth, you probably shouldn’t shoot and field-dress […]

6 Sweet-As-Pie Valentine’s Day Gifts

Sure, all you need is love, but sometimes a great gift doesn’t hurt, either. These options are perfect, handmade displays of love—because you don’t need […]


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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Queer Group to Protest HRC

A controversy over Goldman Sachs

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Hunter Pence Is Already at Spring Training

Today, Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow and predicted six more weeks of winter. Hunter Pence calls bullshit. The Phillies right fielder, Roy Halladay, and a […]

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Snooki Says She’s Not With Child

Phew. That was a close one. I mean, pregnancy scares are no joking matter, but things are especially serious when a Jersey Shore cast member […]

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Guy Finally Convicted After 44 Arrests

So, it’s about time that 25-year-old John Gassew spent some time in the slammer. Gassew had been arrested 44 times and never been convicted. That […]

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What We Love: Macy’s Two Grooms

A subtle nod to gay marriage

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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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Ladies Who Gym: Thongs! Gossip! Zumba!

I have been a member of the same South Jersey gym for more than 10 years. You would think I’d be in pretty good shape […]

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My Dinner With Kobayashi

My eyes bulge as the waitress brings bread to our table. I’m so excited. I have so many questions. There isn’t that much bread. Will […]

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Conceiving Family

The story of same-sex moms

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Giffords Seat Sought by Gay Legislator

Matt Heinz announces run

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