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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

Bill Conlin, Disgraced Daily News Columnist, Is Dead

Left paper after child molestation accusations.

News

Ice Cube and Kevin Hart on South Street

PHOTOS: Cheesesteaks were on the Ride Along co-stars.

News

Philly 7th Best City for…Losing Weight?

Because we’re already unhealthy?

News

Montco Commissioner Eyeing Run for Congress

Bye-bye to Democratic county control?

News

Daryl Hall, On TV, Rehabbing His House

A new show for you to DVR.

The 5 Best Christie Quotes from the Bridgegate Press Conference

Fiesty as always.


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.


It’s (Semi-) Official: James Franklin New Penn State Coach

Welcome aboard. Now win.

News

Five Winners in Chris Christie’s “Bridgegate” Scandal

Hillary Clinton tops the list.

Philly Actor to Star in X-Men

Evan Jonigkeit will be The Toad.

News

A Photo of a PPA Truck Towing a PPA Car

Oh, Philly.

Bitter Fan Sues NFL Because Steelers Didn’t Make Playoffs

Eagles fans: You could be this guy.

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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.


Streets Department Can’t Pick Up Your Trash Because It’s Cold

Guess the trash men don’t have gloves.

Being Transgender in 2014

A Philly trans surgeon forecasts the year ahead.

News

Free Mumia’s Lawyer!

Mathis: Why conservatives and cops are blocking his promotion.

News

Was Obama Wrong to Nominate Mumia Lawyer to DOJ?

A lot of people are unhappy about this.

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