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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

Why I Still Send Christmas Cards

So I get to look through my address book, of course.

REVIEW: Lady Gaga on SNL

The good the bad and the downright ugly.

Phillies Just Got Older, Druggier

Resign Carlos Ruiz to 3-year-deal.

News

Frank Rizzo Becomes Democrat, Probably Running for Mayor

The son, relax!

News

George Zimmerman Arrested *Again*

Domestic violence, reportedly.

PHOTOS: Attic Youth Center Gala

Scenes from Saturday’s fund-rager.


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

Bill Cosby’s Got a Special Airing This Saturday

For the first time in 30 years.

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Chris Christie, Hanging Out at the Princeton Game with a Bunch of Cheerleaders in Drag

Actual photo evidence below.

News

Roxborough Not Happy About Proposed Wendy’s

Um, don’t you know who comes to Wendy’s in Philadelphia?

News

Rick Santorum’s Christmas Movie Is Coming out Friday

Featuring Susan Boyle!

Best of the Gayborhood 2013: Food

Bests in New Gayborhood Restaurant, First-Date Spot and more.

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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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The Best Facebook Page You Will See This Year

Upper Darby Police Department has won.

News

SNL Spoofs Patriot-News Gettysburg Address Retraction

“Four snores and seven yawns ago…”

An Eagles Fan Egged the Redskins Bus Yesterday

Also: Shady steals Redskins flag.

News

The Education of Chip Kelly

The Eagles’ coach has improved considerably since September. Here’s how.

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