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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

Latest Stories

News

Why Romney Didn’t Choose Christie for V.P.

“Potential land mines.”

News

Severe Thunderstorm Warning in Effect for Philly Area

Montco, Bucks, and Chesco especially.

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News

End the Filibuster

Republicans in the Senate can’t win a vote on a judicial nomination. So they won’t let the vote happen. That’s wrong.

ThinkFest’s Drag Queen Panel Stirs Drama

Some folks are up in arms about the chosen panelists.

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News

ThinkFest Snapshot: M. Night Shyamalan

I Got Schooled: How Creative Thinking Can Solve Our Education Problems.

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News

Hall & Oates Desperately Need Your Help

They require your vote to get in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.


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.


The Real Legend of Sleepy Hollow

Matthew Norcross’s original musical opens this weekend.

News

It’s Halloween! Enjoy a Clip from a Documentary about Harry’s Occult Shop

The South Street fixture is still an object of curiosity.

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News

Some Good News for Philadelphia Newspapers: Weekday Circulation is Up [Updated]

But there are still some signs of weakness at Interstate General Media

News

Dr. J Isn’t as Classy as We Thought

The story of his daughter’s conception: Best kept to himself.

News

The Deep, Dark Truth About Candy Corn

Inside Halloween’s most sinister treat.

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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.


News

“Hey Fatty! No Candy For You!”

Mendte: Why is it okay to scorn the overweight on Halloween?

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News

ThinkFest Snapshot: Marc Vetri

Cultivating the Creative Connection

News

It’s Time to Hoard Your Sriracha Sauce

A shortage is coming! We’re all doomed to bland food!

Vintage Photos of Same-Sex Couples

The most romantic thing you’ll see all day.

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