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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

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

Latest Stories

STUDY: One-Night Stands Are Good For Your Health

If you’re in to that kind of thing.

News

Peter Nero Responds to Slander Lawsuit

Says “crooks” comment was off-the-record; newspaper disagrees.

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2 Dozen Ducks Rescued From Van

One person was cited for animal cruelty.

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Sixers Fans: Beware a Wiggins/Embiid Combo

Take it from a frustrated Kansas Jayhawks fan.

How Did Michael Strange Really Die in Afghanistan?

Charlie Strange in a rest-stop parking lot at dawn, trying not to cry. Charlie somewhere in Maryland, a few hundred feet from I-95, lighting a […]

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2014: the Year of the Nipple

Palan: Why would anybody — male or female — want to show off their nipples?


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.


REVIEW: Diana Ross at the Mann Center

The iconic diva served flamboyant costumes and perfect voice.

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Lawsuit over Phony Poker Chips Thrown Out

Judge rules in favor of the Borgata.

News

Philly Cigarette Tax Hike: Dead?

House GOP says it’s not on the table.

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Here’s a Model of What Frank Gehry Wants to Do to the Art Museum Steps

The design is not final.

News

You Shouldn’t Get Too Excited for Today’s World Cup Match

McQuade: C’mon. This is Philly. This is how we prepare for big sporting events.

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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.


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Philly Named 6th Best City for Singles

We’re a better place to date than Jersey City!

Temple Grad On Big Brother 16

Cody Calafiore is the No. 1 reason to watch this season.

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Today We Find Out if the Sixers Tank Job Was Worth It

The NBA draft is tonight!

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After Rittenhouse Assault, A Community Meeting

Women fear for their safety, seek defense classes.

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