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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

Sugar Plant Removed Safety Device 13 Days Before Fatal Accident

CSC Sugar was fined less than $20K.

News

No, an Uzi Was Not Found In a Philly School

Stop freaking out.

News

Why I’m Still Watching the World Cup

America’s gone, but there’s still great soccer to be watched.

News

NE Philly Native Helped Rescue Man After Shark Attack

He previously worked in North Wildwood.

News

Study Finds Intersex Fish in Delaware River

Exposure to chemical pollution is to blame.

News

Remains ID’d as Philly Teens Who Disappeared in 60s

The girls’ deaths remain unsolved.


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.


Joan Rivers Can Say Whatever the @$%* She Wants

Our take on the comedienne’s new book.

News

The President and the “N-Word”

Race and the limits of polite conversation.

News

Ex-Pilot for Philly-Based Elmer’s Glue Owners Indicted

He’s charged with fraud.

News

You Can’t Be Too Rich or Too Thin

Mendte: But Philly doesn’t rank well in either category.

News

Please Touch Museum May Be Forced to Sell Exhibits

It’s heavily in debt.

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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

Jersey’s Menendez Says Cuba Behind Smear Plot

Claims underage prostitute allegations were designed to slow his political rise.

News

30th Street Station Among Nation’s Busiest

It ranks third among Amtrak destinations.

News

Curses! Mayor to Review July 4th Concert

Nicki Minaj, Ed Sheeran dropped f-bombs at city showcase.

News

Grief Over Fatal Fire Triggers Massive Protest

Residents say fire department was slow to respond.

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