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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

Eagles Players, Owner React to NFL’s New National Anthem Policy

Standing for the anthem is now mandatory should players elect to take the field for the pre-game ceremony.

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Tina Fey Returns to Upper Darby High, and Students Freak Out

She visited to do some promotional filming for “Mean Girls,” the musical.

News

GALAEI Downsizes Trans Equity Project Amid Funding Shortfall

Two staff members were told that they would be made part-time.

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Man Shot While Investigating Gasoline Smell in North Philadelphia

Authorities are looking into the incident as an attempted arson.

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Police Investigating Sledgehammer Attack in Port Richmond

The incident was captured by a surveillance camera.

News

Philly Boxing Promoter Damon Feldman Beat His Ex-Girlfriend

Feldman originally told Philly Mag “it’s a lie” before admitting that he did hit her, but then he said he doesn’t remember doing it.


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

Carson Wentz Confirms He’ll Attend the Eagles’ White House Visit

“I think it’s just a cool way to receive the honor nationally and be recognized,” the apolitical Eagles QB said.

News

Philly and Feds Vow No Compromise in Sanctuary City Case

Both city officials and the Justice Department rejected a federal judge’s attempt to broker a truce between the two sides.

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Wawa Welcome America Just Unveiled Its 2018 Schedule

There’s a lot to be excited for.

News

LOVE Sculpture Creator Robert Indiana Dies at 89

“It was a marvelous idea, but it was also a terrible mistake,” the pop art icon once said of his most famous work.

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Cherry Hill School Apologizes for “Party Like It’s 1776” Prom Invites

They told students to “party like it’s 1776” for an American Revolutionary War theme.

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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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WATCH: Joel Embiid Chickens Out on a Water Slide

It took the Sixers star a handful of aborted attempts before he finally conquered his fear on vacation in the Bahamas.

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Palestinian Protest Leader Explains Why Philly Orchestra Should Skip Israel

Saturday was a dramatic night at the Kimmel Center. We called organizer Susan Abulhawa to find out why.

News

Construction for Protected Bike Lane Trial Begins in Center City

The city is removing a traffic lane each on portions of Market Street and JFK Boulevard as part of a nine-month pilot program.

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Our Favorite Photos From the Italian Market Festival

In case you need more evidence that the celebration is one of Philly’s best.

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