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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

Guides

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

Latest Stories

News

Teaching Gay in School

And the impact of the Safe Schools Act

News

Hump Day Headlines

Gay news you can use

Lesbians Who Look Like Justin Bieber

Bieber fever takes on a whole new meaning

Morning Scoop: Renting the Linc

Plus angry Eagles ticket holders

PA Budget: The Easy Version

What you need to know

News

I Saw it on Facebook

What gays are talking about in Philly


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.


Milton For Mayor

As of today, it’s official

News

Black-Tie Bingo is Back

It’s not just for grandmothers anymore

News

Trump Is No Fan of Gay Marriage

A gay activist is boycotting his TV show

Tugboat Driver Was Texting

Duck boat crash caused by cell phone use

News

U.S. Doesn’t Need Women’s Day

We have our rights. Why celebrate the holiday?

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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.


News

School Choice Non Debate

Where was Tony Williams?

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Lessons From Margate

Combining services saves money

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Facebook Love-Drunkenness

Who cares about your relationship status?

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Nutter Bores City, City Rejoices

A harmless budget, for once

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