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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

Rendell Takes a Ride on the Bullet Train

He was part of a delegation to Japan to bring maglev tech over here.

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News

Stop Rooting for the Sixers to Lose

McQuade: You’re ruining it for the rest of us. One simple rule for sports fandom.

News

Transportation Bill Passes PA House

Maybe SEPTA will get its funding after all.

BEST OF THE GAYBORHOOD: Bars

The best places to get your gay drink on.

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Steve Morrison From Preston & Steve Is Deathly Afraid of Being Buried Alive

He also does an incredible gorilla impression and will take all comers in jai alai.

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Will Pennsylvania’s New Gambling Law Let Joseph Ligambi Walk Free?

Defendant in federal trial says things have changed.


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

Arrest Made in 2008 Murder of Aspiring Philly Teacher

Marcellus Jones has been charged with murder and related offenses.

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News

One Small Bit of Good News for Philly Schools

Two Penn profs have found “the district actually does more with its resources than any of its high-poverty peers.”

News

The Curious Case of a Philly Gay Divorce — 30 Years Ago

In 1983, DeSanto v. Barnsley sounded unfathomable.

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News

PETA: Philly Caters to Vegetarian Sports Fans

Veggie-friendly items at every stadium and park.

News

It’s a Wonderful Life Sequel Is Being Made

Just. Say. No.

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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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SEPTA Still Hopeful for Transportation Funding Bill

Ed Rendell blames “wussy” Democrats.

News

Kurt Vile is GQ’s “Rocker of the Year”

Philly rocker has made four albums in five years.

News

Philadelphians Not Really Paying Attention to Restaurant Calorie Counts

It’s time to try something that really gets your attention.

News

Temple Interns Begin Return to “Apartheid Era” Inquirer

University journalism department steps back from discouraging students to serve at the city’s biggest paper.

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