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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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Occupy Philly Has Overstayed Its Welcome

The Nutter administration’s slow dance with the Occupy Philadelphia protesters has gone from the sublime to the absurd. After weeks of playing nice with the […]

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Norquist’s Nay-Sayers Put Nation at Risk

If there was ever any question about why Congress has such a low approval rating, consider the following statement: “Despite our inability to bridge the […]

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Women Over 30: Get That Ring Now!

Dear Monica, I am 36 and have been dating a guy for two years. He says I am the one. The only problem is that […]

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Dear Food Police: Lay Off Thanksgiving!

The radio station B101 launched its annual seasonal switch to all Christmas music (and yes, it’s Christmas music, not holiday music, so don’t even start […]

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The Liberty Bears Want Your Coats

You have until Dec. 10 to donate

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Thanksgiving Movie Guide

It’s Thanksgiving, which means it’s time to be together. Watch the parade together. Make food together. Eat together. Watch a few games together. Drink together. […]


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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How the Muppets Can Save the 76ers

The entertainment at halftime of Penn’s home opener this year was a game of Simon Says. Really! Steve Max eliminated Penn and Temple students until […]

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Please Read This Post All the Way to the End

Here’s the thing. I noticed that all of my posts are pretty damn upbeat. Obnoxiously cheery. Insipidly rosy. One might even say nauseatingly perky. But those people who […]

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Holiday Roundup (Thanksgiving Edition)

The ultimate party guide

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Film: The Seminarian

A story of sexuality, faith and love

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PleasureRush Talks Sex

GALAEI’s positive approach

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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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Philly Pride So Strong It’ll Send a Thrill Up Your Leg

Lots of people blame TV punditry for the fix we’re in, and it’s hard to argue they’re wrong. Analysis today is instant: the stronger the […]

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Morning Scoop: Occupy Won’t Move

Occupy Philly Appeals City’s Permit Proposal. The city has granted the Occupy Philly protesters a permit to continue their demonstration at Thomas Paine Plaza, across […]

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Stop Black Friday Madness

Seriously, there’s a petition

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A Timeline of DeSean Jackson’s Bad Behavior

This week, on Sunday Night Football, the Eagles beat the New York Giants 17-10. The win propelled the Birds to a 4-6 record—keeping them relevant […]

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