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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 Playoff Tickets Go On Sale Today

But with Carson Wentz out, will anyone other than true believers pick them up?

Opinion

Isn’t It Time to Permanently Change the Date of the Mummers Parade?

There’s more money to be made if they do.

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News

Snow and Even Colder Temps Are Headed Philly’s Way

Here’s what you need to know about the forecast.

Opinion

The Personal Habits You Can Break to Begin Curing Racism This Year

Learn to recognize — and eliminate — these age-old knee-jerk defenses of racism in yourself.

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News

How to Survive Philly’s Epic Winter Freeze

From frozen pipes to space heaters to pet safety.

News

Transgender Man Sues Philly IHOP for Sexual Harassment

Jahkee Wade says his time working at the Northeast Philly location was a “nightmare.” Turns out Wawa is a much better fit.


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

WATCH: Mayor Kenney Responds to Your Mean Tweets

Philly sure didn’t go easy on Hizzoner.

PHOTOS: 2018 Mummers Parade

Despite some postponement discussions due to the weather, the parade marched on as scheduled.

News

The Larry Krasner Experiment Starts Now

After decades as a brash lefty outsider, Larry Krasner is now the city’s new DA. If you think change is going to come easy, well, you haven’t lived in Philly very long.

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News

No More Curb Recycling for Christmas Trees

Here’’s how you can still go green in the new year.

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News

Coming to Philly: Medical Marijuana Dispensary Training

Is becoming a “budtender” on your list of New Year’s resolutions?

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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.


News

Philly’s Biggest Losers of 2017

The eight people, groups, and institutions that really failed this year.

News

G Philly’s Top 10 Stories of 2017

From a new pride flag to some controversial resignations, we rank the biggest LGBTQ stories of the year.

News

Philly’s Biggest Winners of 2017

The 13 artists, athletes, and everyday Philadelphians who triumphed in this surreal year.

News

D. Herbert Lipson, Owner of Philadelphia and Boston Magazines, Passes Away at Age 88

Our outspoken and hard-charging owner, a city magazine pioneer, passed away Christmas morning after a brief illness.

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