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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

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14 New Books by Philly Authors to Add to Your TBR List

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Decades of Philly Fun

Ever since I was a kid, I’ve known the one thing I would ask for if ever I was granted a wish: a time machine. […]

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Norquist Pledgers Are Insane

Pity the politicians who woo fickle anti-tax crusader Grover Norquist, architect of the famous (or infamous, depending on your politics) “Taxpayer Protection Pledge,” which commits […]

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The Meaning of LGBT in Sports

Bisexual players win settlement

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10 Most Beloved Philly Athletes

1. Richie Ashburn A Hall of Fame center fielder with the Phils; his broadcast partnership with Harry Kalas made him a beloved figure here for […]

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Why Do Republicans Hate Americans?

Are you an American construction worker who needs a job? Or an unemployed American first-responder? What about an out-of-work American teacher? How about a laid-off […]

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Occupy Movement as Gay Porn?

So much for anti-capitalism


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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Lady Gaga Sends Video to Student

She praises anti-bullying efforts

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Cyber Monday Is for Wimps

Cyber Monday, Cyber Monday, can’t trust that day. My inbox was flooded yesterday with one-day-only deals from DSW (up to $50 off!), Modells (25 percent […]

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Unemployment Is Hilarious

Since the company I worked for almost went bankrupt several months ago—hence its decision to shut down the magazine I was editing—I’ve been out of […]

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Morning Scoop: Final Piazza Arguments

Piazza at Schmidts Murder Heads to Jury. Today will see the final closing argument from a third defense attorney and a prosecutor before the case […]

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Barney Frank to Retire

Obama’s statement about the gay politico

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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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Student Brings Gun to School

A student at Upper Darby High School has been taken into custody after it was reported to authorities that he had brought a gun to […]

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“American Pie” Written in Philly

There’s bad news on the doorstep for residents of Saratoga Springs, New York as Don McLean has clarified that he wrote “American Pie” in Philadelphia. […]

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Pronger to Undergo Knee Surgery

The Flyers captain will miss approximately four weeks of time while recovering from knee surgery. The procedure is scheduled to take place tomorrow and will […]

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Daulerio Named EIC at Gawker

A.J. Daulerio—former Editor in Chief of Deadspin (And a Philly mag staffer once upon a time)—has been named as the new EIC at Gawker. He’ll […]

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