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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

Pa., NCAA Close to Lawsuit Settlement

At issue: Where will Penn State’s $60 million fine go?

News

Keisha Williams, Mother in Fatal Carjacking, Dies

She succumbs after the crime that killed her three kids, bringing additional charges from the DA.

News

My Daughter Wants to Throw Like Mo’Ne Davis

The Philly Little League phenom is inspiring girls with baseball dreams.

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News

Report: UIL Has Spent $20 Million in Effort to Buy PGW

Company remains committed to deal despite delays.

News

Philadelphia Has a Burqa Crisis?

Mathis: Daniel Pipes’ wrong-headed plan to stop “Muslim garb” crimes in Philadelphia.

News

Philly Gets Ready to Sell Itself for DNC

Officials prepare to roll out red carpet for site selectors.


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.


News

99 Percent of Philly Parking Tickets Are Perfectly Legit

Fiorillo: Or at least that’s the percentage of tickets that stick.

News

John Bolaris: I Was Attacked With a Stun Gun

It happened in the Hamptons.

Men of Rocky On Broadway Pose Nude For Out

A last hoorah before the show closes August 17th.

News

Phillies Trade Away Pitcher

Don’t worry. It’s not one you’re attached to.

News

Remains of 9 Jonestown Victims Found in Del.

Thirty-eight cremated remains were found in all.

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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.


PHOTOS: Meet the Local Athletes Heading to the Gay Games

Sixty out athletes will head to Ohio this weekend.

News

Man in Muslim Garb Tries to Rob Bank

The same disguise was used in a 2012 bank robbery.

News

The 3 Rules of Surviving (and Thriving) on Yelp

Marks: Or, how to succeed in an Internet full of jerks.

News

Pa. Charges 4 in Grandparent Scam

There may be more victims.

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