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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 Legislature Passes Budget; Corbett Not Signing — Yet

Seeks deep pension cuts for state employees.

President to Ban Gender Identity Discrimination

He’ll sign an executive order.

News

Top Exec Departs Philly Newspapers

Christine Bonanducci was the only woman on IGM’s executive leadership team.

News

Chris Christie’s Poll Ratings Are Stabilizing

He has weathered Bridgegate scandal well, so far.

Man Crush Monday

QVC personality Kevn Gatto’s crushes revealed!

News

Report: Male Profs Paid Better Than Women at Penn

But the gap is narrowing.


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.


One of Us: Patti LaBelle

My name is … Patti LaBelle. I was born Patricia Louise Holte. Patti LaBelle came from Harold B. Robinson, a car dealer in Philadelphia, who […]

News

Joe Biden Will Help Philly Celebrate Independence Day

The vice president makes every holiday a little more joyful, yes?

Citizens Bank Park
News

Citizens Bank Park to Test Metal Detectors

Next season, every MLB ballpark will have them.

News

The Despicable Deal Tom Corbett is Offering Philly and Its Schools

Kerkstra: “It’s in their hands,” is a thing the governor actually said.

News

Cult Leaders and Ballet Dancers: The Strange Rock School Lawsuit

A dance mom says she was defamed by the prestigious school; school intends to “defend vigorously.”

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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

Terry Gross Is Bad for the Country

Hingston: You know what you are? The Church Lady of Public Radio.

News

Mennonite-Owned Business Wins SCOTUS Birth Control Ruling

It wasn’t just Hobby Lobby in the landmark case.

News

Top Five Infamous Booings in Philadelphia

Welcome to the club, Gary Bettman.

News

WATCH: Phillies Announcers Move to Center Field, Catch Home Run

Broadcasting stunt pays off.

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