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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

Let’s Start Videotaping Every Encounter With Philly Police

Mathis: Police corruption won’t solve itself. It’s time citizens took a stand.

News

VIDEO: Watch Wayne Simmonds’ Hat-Trick Goal That Saved the Flyers’ Season

On brink of elimination, Flyers survive.

News

Rape Case at Vanderbilt Haunts New Penn State Coach

Tennessee lawsuit says Coach James Franklin contacted alleged victim.

News

Report: Toomey Failed to Disclose Resort Trip

After questions, posted a tardy report.

News

“Bonnie” Gets 5 Months in Jail

For violating probation in California.

News

Slow Tax Collections Sinking PA Budget

April revenues $595 million behind expectations.


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.


Gay Things to Do in Philly This Week

Equality Forum, the Little Mermaid at Tabu, and Joshua Thomas sings.

News

Ex-Penn Prof Sues over Tenure Denial

She says child care leaves were reason.

News

Phila. Bans Smoking in Public Parks

The ban went into effect immediately.

Your Gay Guide to the Primary Election

Equality PA’s releases its endorsement list.

News

The FBI Document Johnny Doc Hoped You’d Never See

A 2006 affidavit requesting a warrant to search his house was unsealed Monday.

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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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Stopping Gum Disease in its Tracks

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Nate Silver: Pa. Is in the Midwest

The 538 stats wonk doesn’t have much data to back it up, though.

Philly Gays Get a Taste of Flavors of the Avenue

Photos from the East Passyunk taste fest.

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Rowhome Collapses in Strawberry Mansion

NBC 10: At least two hurt.

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