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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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FIGHT Plans AIDS Education Month

Have your say on health

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Tina Fey Says the Phillie Phanatic Is Menstruating

Last night, Liz Lemon—Tina Fey’s character on 30 Rock—copped to believing that the Phillie Phanatic is a woman. Which would also make her a lesbian, […]

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30 Rock Mocks Gay Jokes

And Tracy Morgan’s the punch line

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Weekend Roundup

Drag, laughs, music, celebs + more

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Shane Victorino Guest Spot on Hawaii Five-O

CBS announced yesterday that Phillies center fielder Shane Victorino will make a guest appearance on an upcoming episode of Hawaii Five-O. They did not indicate […]

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George Lucas’s Red Tails Depicts War Heroes

The United States military’s official line as set forth by the Army War College was quite clear: Because the “Negro soldier is lacking in physical […]


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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Nothing Comes Between Me and My Chase Utley T-Shirt

Are you in danger if you wear your Philly sports gear in enemy territory? And are fans from other cities risking bodily harm if they […]

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Why PA Doesn’t Get to Pick Our Next President

Another election year is upon us, and there’s good news and bad news. On the upside, Americans will again peacefully choose their next leader in […]

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Does Melissa McCarthy Deserve an Oscar Nomination for “Bridesmaids”?

After months of best-of lists, “For Your Consideration” ads, and a myriad of award shows, all eyes will be on the Oscar nominations on Tuesday […]

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Don’t Tell Your Friend Her Husband Is Cheating

Dear Monica, If you know that your friend’s husband is cheating, should you tell her? — F.P., Chads Ford

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Are You Smarter Than a Ninth Grader?

This is a true story. I was teaching ninth-grade reading at William Allen High School in the Allentown School District. One morning, I was looking […]

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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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Morning Scoop: PSD Might Cut Sports, Music, Gifted Programs

And You Thought the Public School Budget Was a Problem Before. Now, the Philadelphia School District must slash an additional $61 million in its budget. […]

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Dog Attack Threatens Bucks County Fox Hunt Tradition

On New Year’s Day, a couple was walking with their dogs through Dark Hollow Park in Warwick Township when they were chased and attacked by […]

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Springsteen Announces New Album “Wrecking Ball”

Wrecking Ball—the new album from The Boss—will drop on March 6th. Springsteen had already announced plans to tour the U.S. It’s now clear that both […]

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Tax Appeal Ruling Could Cut $80M Out of City Budget

Race Street Parking Associates had its property taxes reduced by 44 percent by a ruling issued by the Board of Revision of Taxes. Last summer, […]