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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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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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The new Oyster House puts a California spin on a Philly tradition

In the early ’90s, when Sam Mink spent his days off from high school shucking oysters at Sansom Street Oyster House, his father’s restaurant, he […]

A national retailer opening in Center City, a party at an Old City shoe store, and oodles of sales — get out there and shop!

J. Karma: Shoes & Booze PartyWe love this event. Tonight, this fab Old City accessories boutique is majorly discounting all their summer shoe styles up […]

Home editor Lauren McCutcheon fills us in on what she’s shopping for right now.

My all-time favorite mammal, the stadium-sized blue whale, has been back in the design spotlight this summer in a darling array of home accessories that […]

What Philly’s coolest people are loving this week.

What Philly’s coolest people are loving this week. CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE SLIDESHOW CLICK HERE TO VIEW LAST WEEK’S SLIDESHOW

Our style-savvy editors go out and about to scout the newest fashions.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE SLIDESHOW CLICK HERE TO VIEW LAST WEEK’S SLIDESHOW Happy Friday! This week, we scoured the streets looking for people taking […]

Top Doctor and dermatologist Warren Heymann tells you how to treat a bug bite.

School may be only weeks away, but mosquito season is anywhere but over. In fact, the danger zone for these big-time biters lasts through early- […]


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.


Put those Jersey tomatoes to good use with vegan restaurant Horizons’ heart-healthy versions of this classic summer soup

Trying to figure out what to do with the sudden over-abundance of Jersey tomatoes? Make gazpacho. Not only is it a great way to score […]

Should you do it or ditch it? We try out area classes so you don’t have to waste time — or money — on workouts that don’t make the grade

What we want: A killer arm workout that tones, firms, and blasts calories to get rid of any remaining underarm jiggle — all in under […]

Try these local finds to ward off summer intruders sans chemicals.

Winding up on the summer barbecue menu is never a good way to spend the evening, but there are lots of ways to keep bugs […]

Whip up these smart and simple dishes that’ll satisfy guests without adding pounds.

Green Chile Deviled Eggs With Corn SalsaFrom Supper Serves 12 6 Eggs, hard-boiled, halved with yolks separated out into a bowl3 tbsp. light or fat-free […]

Two teenage millionaires murder for sex, superiority, and plain fun.

Never the Sinner: The Leopold and Loeb Story by John LoganMauckingbird Theatre Company Directed by Peter ReynoldsStarring Brian Kurtas, Evan Jonigkeit, Robb Hutter, Jessica Bedford, […]

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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.


Local jewelry expert Jeff Kellmer sheds some light on the band-buying debate.

Question: My fiancé and I were planning on getting white gold for our wedding bands since it’s less expensive than platinum — but now I […]

Got a designer in mind for your dream wedding dress? Check out our list of area trunk shows.

Bridals by Danielle, Midtown Village All summer (now – August): Sample SaleYou’ll receive 30 to 60 percent off on sample sale gowns. Priscilla of Boston, […]

Check out the work of these six talented local hair and makeup artists to get the inspiration rolling.

We know that when it comes to big wedding-day decisions, no amount of matching table linens to centerpieces or comparing and contrasting calligraphy styles is […]

Where to score a last minute appointment this week.

CITY SALONS • Hair CutAMS SalonFriday: No.Saturday: Yes. 9:00 a.m. or 10:00 a.m.Price: $65 +Phone: 215-569-1515 • Hair ColorBeans BeautyFriday: Yes. 11:00 a.m.Saturday: No. Price: […]

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