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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

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14 New Books by Philly Authors to Add to Your TBR List

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News

PA Denies Welfare Benefits to Most Applicants

75 percent are rejected.

Philly Rep. to Introduce PA’s First Trans Rights Bill

The legislation will address trans discrimination in the state.

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Philly 4/20 Protest Features No Pot Smoking

About a dozen cops hovered at the edge of a 50-person protest at Philly’s Independence Hall.

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Bariatric Surgery: Which Surgical Option is Right for You?

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Today Is The Last Day to Register to Vote in May

Want to vote in the gubernatorial primary? Better get paperwork filed today.

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Howard Gensler Has Just About Had Enough of Your Bullcrap Whining, Already

Chelsea Clinton column lands him in trouble with readers.


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.


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5 Fun Facts From NYT’s Profile of Comcast’s David Cohen

Saturday Night Live has a black female castmember now. Guess why?

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Miss America Asks PA School Not to Suspend Teen

He asked her to prom at school assembly on academics.

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Philadelphia Courts Ask for Wifi Service

They’re ready to enter the 21st century.

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Christie’s Presidential Chances Declining in New Hampshire

New poll shows precipitous decline.

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Philadelphia’s “Bonnie” Back After Violating Probation

She shoplifted in California.

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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.


What the Gays Did on Instagram This Week

Hint: One of them dressed up like a Tiffany lamp.

4 Best Brunch Spots in the Gayborhood

Especially for you who are standing in line at Green Eggs.

Weekend Roundup

Philly Black Pride, Clubhaus, Weird Beard Revue and more gay to-dos.

News

More Pennsylvanians Working Than A Year Ago

But are the jobs any good?

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