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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

“Kansas City Chiefsteak” Awkwardly Honors Andy Reid

KC reminds new coach of old job with big, bad sandwich.

News

Amaro: Phils Might Hire Stats Czar

Are the Phillies getting religion on statistical analysis? Don’t get your hopes up.

News

Watch the New Philadelphia Arts Commercial

It makes the city seem beautiful and bohemian, no?

News

Penn State Cancer Fighters Unwelcome in Newtown Township

The police would like college kids to raise anti-cancer donations elsewhere.

LGBT Six-Word Memoir of the Day: Author Warren Hoffman

Author and musicals enthusiast Warren Hoffman.

News

Gay Marriage Debate: Now a Race

Can legislators or judges be the first to bring marriage equality to PA?


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

Showtime’s New Masters of Sex Pushes Buttons

But can a show that’s all about libido work out its own kinks?

News

Chris Christie Criticizes Gov’t Shutdown

“That’s a failure of people in public life.”

News

Wharton Refutes Charges of Decline

School defends enrollment numbers, emphasis on finance.

News

Americans Losing Faith in Each Other

What happens to democracy when our faith in fellow citizens is dead?

News

Recreating the Rocky Montage

Gonna fly now? Getting stronger? Call your parents and have them pick you up.

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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

Shutdown Puts End to KKK Rally

Everybody is sad for the racist white supremacists, yes?

4 Ways to Celebrate LGBT History Month

Resources to keep you on your gay-game all October long.

News

New Beer is Made From Moon Dust

Of course, you’ll probably end up morphing into a human-hunting alien if you drink it.

News

National Geographic Documents Drugs in Kensington

One of the “largest open-air drug markets” in the country.

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