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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

Montco Minecraft Fans Broke a World Record

More than 12,000 people attended a conference dedicated to the video game.

Opinion

Penn Doesn’t Pay Philly Taxes. Here’s Why It Should.

Hingston: If you care about where you live, you do what’s best for it — right?

News

Okafor Scrimmages, Hopes To Play In Opener

Okafor participated in his first 5-on-5 scrimmage since training camp and hopes to be ready for the start of the regular season.

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News

The Phillie Phanatic Had Jury Duty Today

What kind of jury of your peers is this?

News

Bill to Legalize UberX and Lyft Nears a Final Vote

A bill could reach the Senate as early as Wednesday.

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News

Eagles Troll the NFL’s New Social Media Policy

Take that, Roger Goodell.


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

SEPTA Union Votes to Authorize Strike

The strike could continue past Election Day.

News

Injuries Test Sixers Patience

With injuries to Ben Simmons and Jerryd Bayless, the Sixers must avoid the temptation of making “win now” moves.

News

Three Philly Elections That Were Even Worse Than This One

At least nobody has died. Yet.

Catching Up With Past Philly Geek Awards Winners

What new nerdery have they perpetrated?

Best Thing: Philly Scared Donald Trump

It’s almost like there are creepy clowns hanging out at our polls.

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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

76ers Likes and Dislikes

As promising as Embiid’s offensive skillset is, his awareness on the defensive side of the court, in spite of a 2.5 year layoff, is truly impressive.

‘Mothers of the Movement’ Stump For Hillary in North Philly

“There’s power in the black vote,” Gwen Carr told a crowd at a North Philly church.

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News

Why Philly Is a Great Place for Trick-or-Treating

We investigate.

News

Former Phillies Star Curt Schilling Painfully Defends Donald Trump

He pitched the foulest of foul balls.

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