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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

Nun Assaulted in Port Richmond

She was in her habit at the time.

News

Hockey Analysts Don’t Like Flyers’ Latest Trade

It’s almost unanimous.

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UPDATE: Arrest Made in Rittenhouse Assault

Suspect is 28 years old, has not been identified yet.

News

Union Crackdown Bill Advances in PA House

State would stop collecting dues for public unions.

News

Poll: Christie Slowly Catching Up to Clinton in Iowa

He’s five points closer than in March.

News

Could the Sixers Draft Wiggins and Embiid?

Mendte: If everything shakes out just right, the Sixers’ draft could be awesome.


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

UPDATE: Police Release Second Video, Composite Sketches in Rittenhouse Assault

Suspect attacked woman, left, returned and attacked again.

Man Crush Monday

Birthday boy Jonathon Bowman shares his local crushes.

News

Amaro Open to Trading Hamels to Rebuild Phillies

But would generally prefer to keep the pitcher.

Michael Nutter
News

Nutter Joins National Income Inequality Task Force

Comes just a week after he reversed course on paid sick leave.

News

Sen. Casey Wants World Cup in U.S. in 2022

One problem: Qatar is already slated to host.

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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.


Nutter Calls On Supreme Court to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage

It was approved today in Dallas.

News

Flyers Trade Hartnell, Teach Us All a Lesson

He’s going to Ohio for R.J. Umberger and a draft pick.

News

Supreme Court Blocks Jersey Sports Betting Hopes

Christie led the legal effort against gambling restrictions.

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“No Body Talk” Summer Camps Are a Thing

Hingston: Can you get over our obsession with appearances by ignoring them for three months?

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