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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

Rupert Murdoch Bearish on Christie’s Presidential Prospects

“More coming out” on scandal-plagued governor.

News

Nutter May Order Hike in Minimum Wage

Would apply only to city contracts and subcontracts.

News

The Bizarre, Mysterious Campaign of Marjorie Margolies

(The weirdest part? She’s kind of winning.)

Man Crush Monday: Jon A. Thon

What local heartthrobs make the local artist swoon?

News

AP: Highways Deaths Rise Where Fracking Happens

In Pennsylvania, a 4 percent rise in traffic deaths.

PHOTOS: SundayOUT at the Piazza

Shots from the Equality Forum’s closing bash.


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

Claude Giroux A Finalist for NHL Ted Lindsay Trophy

Along with Sidney Crosby and Ryan Getzlaf.

Philadelphia 76ers guard Michael Carter-Williams (1) is defended by Miami Heat guard Norris Cole (30) during the fourth quarter at Wells Fargo Center.
News

Michael Carter-Williams Is NBA Rookie of the Year

Some hope for fans who endured a crappy season.

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News

Wilson Goode, Former Mayor, Favors PGW Sale

Writes op-ed in the Philly Tribune.

Drexel Is 3D Printing Live Cancer Tumors

“A new paradigm for cancer study,” says the man behind the work.

Girl Talk: Darienne Lake

Chit-chatting with the RuPaul’s Drag Race firecracker.

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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

Two Pundits (And All of Twitter) Ponder Fat Jokes About Chris Christie

Is there any reason to refrain?

News

Three Things We Learned from Politico’s Profile of Allyson Schwartz

Can she beat Tom Corbett? Will she get the chance?

News

Is Reality TV Training Americans to be Gracious Losers?

Hingston: I admit it — I’m a sore loser. But I’m trying.

News

Chris Christie the Butt of Jokes at White House Correspondents Dinner

“Wow, sir, you are a glutton — for punishment.”

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