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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

Latest Stories

For your cabana, shore house or poolside chaise, these bright, weatherproof fabrics make summer lounging easy and carefree

Style by the Yard

A.C. is not just blackjack and late-night clubs — hit the glitzy city for some summer family fun

Come Kid Around

A.C. Now: The Scoop

The Scoop

Good Life: Bowled Over

Bowled Over

Good Life: Shirt Talk

Shirt Talk

BOP Spotlight: Stromboli

Stromboli: Jonathan’s American Grille


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.


Eat This Now: Ice-Cream Sandwiches

Eat This Now: Ice-Cream Sandwiches

Whether you run or watch, this annual beach race is not one to miss

It's a Shore Thing

Take a family adventure down the Amazon at the Academy of Natural Sciences

Voyage Down the Amazon

Stripped. Scrubbed. Kneaded — he thinks. And that wasn’t even the best part of being just another guy at the (Bermudian) spa

Where the Boys Are

BOP Spotlight: Maternity Store

Maternity Store: Bella Figura

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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.


The Good Life: TV’s Best Friend

TV's Best Friend

Good Life: Accessories: Sleek Sneaks

Sleek Sneaks

BOP Spotlight: Trendy Furnishing District

Trendy Furnishing District: West Elm

Inside a serene Delaware beach house, every room is a blank slate

Pure Inspiration

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