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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

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News

Did Political Donation Grease the Wheels of Little Pete’s Demise?

Developer Stephen Pouppirt made large contributions to Kenyatta Johnson in 2013.

News

Corbett Concedes; Wolf Is Governor

Republican is first Pennsylvania incumbent not to win re-election.

PA Will Have a Pro-Gay Governor Again!

Tom Wolf ousts incumbent Tom Corbett.

Live Coverage of 2014 Election Returns

Join Patrick Kerkstra and Joel Mathis for analysis, updates and commentary throughout the evening.

News

Joan Orie Melvin Must Try Apology Again

“This is not an apology,” says the judge who ordered it.

News

Philadelphia Kidnapping: ATM Photos Released

The victim’s card was used in Maryland.


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.


On Marriage, Part II: Ali Velshi and Lori Wachs

ALI [Al Jazeera America host]: We’ve been married five years. We met on my show. LORI [president, cross ledge investments]: It was my first time […]

On Marriage, Part I: Ralph and Suzanne Roberts

SUZANNE: We’ve been married for 72 years. You need a wonderful love — and a super sex life. But when you get up in your […]

Judge Strikes Down Gay Marriage Ban in Kansas

Dorothy would be really excited.

Why Did the Kimmel Center Get Involved With the “It Gets Better Project?”

Artistic Director Jay Wahl explains.

News

More Email Trouble in Harrisburg?

Defense attorneys want to see all the emails — not just the dirty ones.

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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.


Hell Is Other People on the SEPTA QuietRide Car

“I wish you were going to Vegas,” says the girl in the bright orange tank top. There’s something both infuriating and admirable about her tone. […]

Radnor High Student Accused of Columbine-Style Threats

Wrote in her notebook how she could be the first female mass murderer.

10 Gay Things to Do This Week

Christopher Rice at Giovanni’s Room, Bearoncé, an American Psycho dance party and more.

News

Democracy Vs. Pumpkin Pie: In Overbrook, Pumpkin Pie is Winning

Fiorillo: In democracy’s defense, Orlando’s is a great bakery.

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