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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

Latest Stories

Chris Christie Is Father of the Year

Probably because he’s so warm and cuddly.

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News

Tavern Games Disappoint

State’s projections of cash influx have fallen way short.

News

Netflix Opposes Comcast-Time Warner Merger

Says new company would have too much power over broadband market.

Man Crush Monday

What local newscaster is Jeremiah Downes hot and heavy for?

Interview: RuPaul’s Drag Race‘s Courtney Act

A candid chat with the living Barbie doll.

News

Sixers Owner Says Season Was A Success

Looking on the bright side.


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

Alleged Prep School Drug Ring Busted in Montco

Read this story quick before Hollywood makes it into a movie!

News

Study: Paid Sick Leave Days Don’t Hurt Biz

Will this clear the way in Philadelphia?

ACLU Takes Action to Expedite PA Marriage Equality Ruling

A decision could come as early as next month.

News

Jogger Pulls Ailing Boater from Schuylkill

Man hospitalized after watery incident.

News

Why Flossing May Be the Easiest Way to Improve Your Health

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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

Everybody’s Making Happy Videos, Apparently

We can’t get enough of them, is the sad thing.

News

Comcast Today: Will Wifi-Based Phone Service Work?

Wall Street Journal thinks so.

7 Questions With Garrod McFadden

How HIV has affected him, and why you should dine out for life.

News

What’s Weird About Chelsea Clinton’s Baby

Hingston: Who gets married and then has kids anymore?

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