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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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Fox 29 reporter Jeff Cole isn’t a racist. He’s just obsessed with busting liars, cheats and bad guys

THE WHITE PICKUP truck with CITY OF PHILADELPHIA stenciled on the back zoomed along on West River Drive, its driver heading from where he was […]

President and COO of Comcast-Spectacor Peter Luukko lets us in on the game plan for his teams — and their fans

NO ORGANIZATION HAS mastered the sports world — players’ contracts, naming rights, luxury seating — better than Philly’s own Comcast-Spectacor, and no person more creatively […]

In a post-parade conversation, Phils pitcher Jamie Moyer and Hollywood filmmaker Mike Tollin compare notes on the national pastime

Philly Mag: You were both at the 1980 World Series parade. What are your memories 28 years later?  Jamie Moyer: Well, I was a high-school […]

The man behind Charlie Manuel’s World Series suit

On that historic Friday in October, as floats sailed through the city to celebrate Philly’s looong-awaited World Series win, all eyes were on a grinning […]

Madonna in Philadelphia: “One Remarkable Android”

The last time I saw Madonna on stage was her televised performance of "La Isla Bonita" with Gogol Bordello (whom I love, love, love) at […]

New chefs at Ugly American and Parc, will Philly food suffer?

Last weekend, a good friend of mine spent the weekend in Philadelphia. Our food events included dinner, drinks and brunch for eight. Guess who was […]


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.


As winter arrives, see what fashions Philadelphians are now wearing.

Happy Friday! Um, so, "Hello, Winter," I guess? I’m not sure when it happened, but my happy, brisk fall days seemed to have turned to […]

Web Original: Top 5: Kitchen Shops

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, I figured it’s time to take Top 5 into the kitchen. Full disclosure: I love to browse kitchen stores […]

Try this shiraz bursting with blueberry pie and blackberry jam flavors to warm up your night

The McLaren Vale in South Australia is known for epic shiraz of tremendous richness and depth. Wines like this classic from Chateau Reynella (Chairman’s selection, […]

Performance Review: “Rock Doves”

Rock Doves by Marie JonesAmaryllis Theater CompanyDirected by Mimi Kenney SmithStarring Christopher Bohan, Susan Giddings, Christopher Imbrosciano, and Michael Toner 10 Words or Less … […]

What’s What With … The Office’s Craig Robinson

Actor/stand-up comedian Craig Robinson — known to most as Darryl on The Office (and the guy who was arrested over the summer for possession of […]

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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.


Style Report: More Weekend Sales; A Special Visit to Macy’s

I finally checked out the new Home store on the 3rd floor of the Center City Macy’s. It rocks. It’s bright and modern and clean […]

Home: High Art

Beets may not be your favorite, until you try them in this recipe from Zahav.

Luckily, my husband and I enjoy the same foods. Well, with a few exceptions — beets, for example. I love them; he hates them. (And […]

Five local shops offering sweet deals that benefit great causes.


Though I don’t normally need a reason to shop, this dreary economic climate makes even me — an admitted spendthrift — slightly wallet-conscious. However, when […]

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