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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

Freddie Mitchell Blames Tax-Evasion on Head Injuries

Made judge watch “League of Denial.”

Jay Paterno Considering Run for Congress

It’s a heavily Republican seat.

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News

SugarHouse Casino Unveils Massive Expansion Plans

It’s not like we’re getting a second casino…

News

WATCH: Man Drives BMW Down Art Museum Steps

The perfect Friday morning video.

News

Handyman 2.0?

New-to-Philly service TaskRabbit turns odd jobs into a game.

News

Commissioner Ramsey’s Big Mistake

He shouldn’t let a questionable officer run school safety.


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.


Longform

Just Who Is Maria Papadakis?

Philly power player, or just another pretty face?

Longform

Philly’s Greatest Start-Ups

20 local start-ups pushing us into the era of entrepreneurship.

Herbert and Catherine Shaible, members of the First Century Gospel Church, watched their two sons die because they refused to let them see a doctor.
Longform

Why Did the Schaibles Let Their Children Die?

By their explanation, it was God’s will.

Longform

One of Us: Sal Paolantonio

ESPN’s Moorestown-based personality dishes on everything from Donovan McNabb to the Beatles.

Longform

Restaurant Review: Xi’an Sizzling Woks

You might not have noticed it open. But go and and try the pickles, and you won’t be able to forget.

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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.


Philadelphia Restaurant Review: Talula’s Daily

The spell was lovely while it lasted. The gourmet market at Talula’s Daily had closed for the day at 7 p.m., and the “Secret Supper […]

Longform

The New Philadelphia Nightlife

Philly’s only good for drinking after sundown, right? Wrong.

News

MAP: All of Philly’s Traffic Cameras

You don’t have to drive by the red light.

Bucks Co. High School Paper Disavows “Redskin” Team Name

What, does *everybody* hate racist mascots?

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