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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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Will Ice Jam Cause Flash Flooding on the Delaware?

Warning in effect until 10 p.m.

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Christie Holding Bridgegate Press Conference at 11:00am

Watch live here.

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America’s Super-Racist Drug War Continues

Francis: Even as recreational weed is now legal in Colorado.

TONIGHT: Weekly Lesbian Dance Party Debuts

Plus, Martha Graham Cracker at L’etage.

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Comcast Adds TV Subscribers for First Time in 6 Years

Who says cable’s dying?

Penn State Makes Offer to James Franklin

Now it’s up to the Vandy coach to accept.


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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Philly Has a Troubling Bedbug Problem

Say Penn experts.

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Chris Christie Scandal Dominating News Cycle

Goodbye polar vortex, hello bridgegate.

LISTEN: Megamix of Beyoncé’s Entire New Album

Just when you thought the original couldn’t get better.

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Who Will Replace Wheeler and Matthews?

Two former closers, one former catcher said to be possibilities.

PHOTOS: Burlesque Battle Royale

Tassels were flying at the kickoff to the 10-week competition.

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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.


PinGay: The Gay Porn Version of Pinterest

This ain’t your momma’s Pinterest board, so head elsewhere if you’re looking for recipes, cute animal pics or a list of creative ways to use […]

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Bradley Cooper Explains His American Hustle Perm

He tried on lots of wigs to get in character.

WATCH: Men Dress As Female Sex Dolls

It’s by far the strangest thing you’ll see today.

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Jersey to Crack Down on Teen Steroids

Mandatory testing may be on the way.

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