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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

Stupid Groundhog Sees Stupid Shadow

Six more weeks of stupid winter.

News

Philly Woman Raising Money to “Buy Pat Toomey’s Vote” on Betsy DeVos

Katherine Fritz raised more than $6,000 overnight — and it’s still coming in.

News

One Dead After Hostage Situation at Delaware Prison

Police reportedly secured the premises this morning.

Ai Weiwei
News

Ai Weiwei, Famed Chinese Artist/Activist, Is Coming to Philadelphia

He’ll be part of Monument Lab.

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News

Here’s How to (Legally) Get a Drink in Dry Ocean City

You can join a private club.

News

State Sen. Larry Farnese Acquitted of Bribery Charges

He was accused of buying a committeewoman’s vote.


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.


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News

Philly’s Protests Against Trump Are Already Paying Off

Trump canceled a factory visit over fears of a similar turnout.

OPINION: Gayborhood’s Trump-Triggered Activism Is Hypocritical

Owens: Our community seems to care only when discrimination affects involves white people.

News

Pa. Senate Fast-Tracks Anti-Union, Anti-Immigrant Bills

One bill would alter how the government withholds union dues.

News

All Defendants Found Liable in 2013 Building Collapse

The collapse crushed a Salvation Army store and killed seven.

News

Members of Deported Syrian Family Sue President Trump

The immigrants were barred at PHL this weekend.

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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.


Alleged Bank robber
News

This Alleged Bank Robber Looks Like He’s in Grand Theft Auto

Right?

News

Pa. Senate Considering Bill That Would Defund Philly

A Senate committee begins the process.

News

New Child Porn Charge for Former City Employee on House Arrest

Grant Shea was out on bail and awaiting trial.

News

Sixers Post Is Coming to an End

Derek Bodner says goodbye.

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