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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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Good Life: Model Citizen: Lindy Snider

Who: Bryn Mawr mom, entrepreneur, and daughter of Flyers/Sixers owner Ed Snider. After seeing the harsh skin effects of radiation and chemotherapy on friends (including […]

After his financial empire blew up and his second marriage fell apart, venture capitalist Pete Musser seemed destined for the Main Line scrap heap. Now he’s back, making big deals, dating, and driving a flashy ragtop. Who knew that life begins at 80?

You can’t help gawking at the car. Pete Musser’s ride is parked on this beautiful sunny Sunday in front of the Radnor Hotel, where the […]

Can three new chain restaurants reel us in with jet-setting fish?

We’re a city that loves seafood, with a proud tradition of no-frills oyster bars, neighborhood crab joints and white-tablecloth lobster houses. (We’re also the birthplace […]

A&E: Feelin’ Groovy

If you can’t say Woodstock without a lump rising in your throat, the Mann has a concert just for you For all of you nostalgic […]

Atlantic City Casino Guide

Plan your trip to A.C. with the help of our quick guide to the shops, restaurants, bars and goodies at each casino. Bally’s Atlantic City […]

A.C. Now: Nightlife

Nightlife


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.


A.C. Now: Shopping

Shopping

Ten years ago, people laughed at the idea of a local all-sports channel. Today — thanks to wisecracking Michael Barkann and a team of rumpled sportswriters — Comcast SportsNet has made the sports section obsolete

The show really begins just inside the glass doors of Comcast SportsNet’s offices at the Wachovia Center, with security guard Fred Bibbo. He’s quick with […]

A smackdown between Collingswood and Haddonfield has the produce — and charges of back-stabbing — flying

Chatter: Volatile Markets

The Good Life: The 411: Shopping: Old City Switcharoo

Foster’s Homeware is scooting over to a four-times-larger space at 399 Market, and adding new lines and a back-of-store area called “Apt. 399,” a combo […]

The Good Life: The 411: Design: Main (Line) Event

Should you, like many a homeowner, find yourself holding onto a so-so interior designer just for her access to showrooms, or to a blah architect […]

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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.


Don’t let PHL’s hang-ups keep you grounded — take off on time with these airlines

Philadelphia Airport is renowned for its flight delays, lack of runway space, and overall success as “The Worst Place to Fly Out of Ever” — […]

A window-filled addition and thoughtful remodel gave a family kitchen a chance to shine

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Summer Solstice

Elegant Wedding: From Head to Toe: Skin Sense

Skin Sense

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