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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

Is Pa. Just Not Ready for a Female Governor?

Mendte: Schwartz’s suggestion that sexism contributed to her loss could hurt her later.

News

After Tuesday’s Election, Government in PA is a Real Sausage Fest

With Schwartz gone, the boys’ club is full of …. boys.

News

Buffalo Bills Fans Boycotting Bon Jovi Music

They’re worried he’ll move the team to Canada.

News

Comcast Today: Everybody Hates Comcast

Customer service, prices, and more combine for very low satisfaction.

News

GIFs: Millions of Bees Swarm I-95 in Delaware

A tractor trailer carrying bees crashed on an on-ramp.

News

Always Sunny in Philadelphia Actor Gives The “Only Graduation Speech You Need to Hear.”

At his alma mater, Merrimack College.


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.


PHOTOS: Gay Philly Celebrates Marriage Equality

The Gayborhood was popping.

News

WATCH: Sixers Get No. 3 and No. 10 Picks, and Dr. J Is Confused

NBA Draft lottery drama!

News

Jon Stewart Slams Philly, Cheesesteaks, Art Museum, Phanatic

But he’s still a Mets fan, so who is the loser, really?

News

Straight People Win, Too

Mathis: Tuesday’s Pa. marriage ruling is a victory for everyone who knows true love.

News

Pa. Gay Couples “Rush” For Marriage Licenses

A roundup of national press coverage of Tuesday’s court ruling.

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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

Neil Oxman Challenged Frank Rizzo Jr. to Take a Lie-Detector Test

And wagered $10,000 of his own money on the result.

News

Judge: Media Will Be Shut Out of Newspaper Auction

But says that the amount of the final bid will be disclosed publicly.

News

Cliff Lee Goes on the DL

“It’s never good news whenever you lose one of your No. 1 pitchers, but it’s pretty mild,” Amaro said.

News

Wolf, Boyle, Neilson Win Tuesday Vote

Now Democrats look ahead to November.

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