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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

Jersey Man Dies in Self-Immolation

Set self ablaze on the National Mall.

News

Runner Fined For Violating Valley Forge Shutdown

Will contest the fine in federal court.

News

Gosnell Is Smart, Funny, Warm … and Bent

Steve Volk on the demons he confronted in speaking with the infamous abortion doctor.

LGBT Six-Word Memoir of the Day: Chris Covone

“Her shoes looked better on me.”

News

Patton Oswalt Jumps on Joyce Evans Bandwagon

The Breaking Bad Tweet lives on.

Let The Fire Burn
News

Did Rizzo try to Prevent MOVE Bombing?

An interview with the director of Let the Fire Burn.


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

Gay Official Slams Corbett Incest Remark

Fallout from “brother-sister” comment continues.

News

Homicides, Shootings down in Philadelphia

Police, prosecutors proclaim success of new tactics

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News

The Inside Story of Bill Marimow’s Firing

A Philadelphia magazine exclusive.

GIVEAWAY: Win Tickets to See Dita Von Teese

Answer a question to see the burlesque queen this Wednesday at Tower Theater.

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News

Miriam Carey Was Unarmed When She Was Killed

Are journalists bored because she wasn’t a terrorist?

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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

ABC Buys Kevin Hart Comedy

Philly-bred comedian is on a roll.

News

Overbrook Teen Recognized for Her Writing

Sojourner Ahebee is one of five students honored as a 2013 National Student Poet.

PHOTOS: Scenes from Indigo Ball 2013

Celebri-gays donned their snazziest threads for the annual fundraiser for William Way.

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News

What We’ll Miss About SEPTA Tokens

Complaining about them, for one. That’s just the start.

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