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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

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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

How to See the International Space Station From Philadelphia

You don’t even need a telescope.

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News

Here’s What You Need to Know About Philly’s New Vaping Law

The new law, banning minors from all stores that sell flavored e-cigarettes, will be enforced beginning in July 2020.

News

The Free Library Just Decided to Ditch Late Fees for Good

The new policy, to be implemented sometime next year, is meant to reduce barriers to using the library — and a lot of people are breathing a little sigh of relief.

News

Philly Just Took a Big Step Toward Making Big Buildings More Energy Efficient

Buildings and the regional electricity grid that powers them are the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in Philly.

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Madonna Reviewed: Her Madame X Show at the Met in Philly Is a Beautiful Failure

Magnificent venue. Magnificent Madonna. But something just isn’t clicking.

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News

Tell Us All About Your Marriage! (Yes, We’re Serious.)

You could be featured in an upcoming issue of Philadelphia magazine.


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.


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Opinion

Can Somebody Just Open a Frank Rizzo Museum Already and Stick the Statue There?

In light of yet another vandalization of the controversial statue, the owner of Pat’s Steaks has upped his pledge toward the creation of a Frank Rizzo museum where it could be housed.

News

Some Philly-Area Police Departments Have Used DNA to Create CGI Sketches of Suspects

DNA phenotyping is part of a new wave of investigative tools for law enforcement. Critics dismiss it as “science fiction.”

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News

How Philly Stacks Up to Other Cities — in Practically Everything

From bedbugs to traffic jams, here’s how our city compares to the rest of America.

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News

Philadelphia Is the Best City for Sports Fans

Our teams’ merely occasional greatness ensures we never get smug and complacent.

News

Philadelphia Is the Best City for Walking

It’s all about what you can see while you’re walking.

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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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News

Philadelphia is the Worst City for Politics

Once upon a time, we were the best city for politics — and there’s nothing sadder than a has-been.

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News

This New Tour Lets You Experience the Free Library’s Rare Book Collection

The Central Branch has launched “Hands-On History,” giving better access to one of Philly’s best hidden gems.

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News

How Yardley Went From Quaint, Sleepy Suburb to Happening River Town

New businesses have given Yardley a shot of adrenaline.

Best Thing: There Was No Eagles Game This Weekend

Sometimes nothing is better than something.

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