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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

Protesters Disrupt Nellie Fitzpatrick’s Award Ceremony

The demonstration also called out Philadelphia FIGHT’s executive director and ICandy.

News

Ride the Ducks Operations in Philly “Suspended Indefinitely”

The amphibious tourist boats had been involved in two fatal accidents in the city.

News

Likes and Dislikes: Embiid’s Debut

Joel Embiid showcased the ability to dominate down low and stretch the defense in his preseason debut.

School District of Philadelphia

Two School Reform Commission Members Resign

The departures give the Democratic mayor and governor a chance to remake the SRC.

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News

Sheena Parveen Is Leaving NBC 10

She’s taking a job in D.C.

News

PPA Announces Crackdown on Uber and Lyft, Waives Some Taxi Regs

All good things come to an end.


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.


Philadelphia magazine writer Dan McQuade plays table tennis against 2015 Pan American Games champion Yue Wu
News

I Played Table Tennis Against an Olympian in a Shopping Mall

Guess how it went.

ACT UP Supports Resignation Call

The AIDS coalition has joined other groups asking Nellie Fitzpatrick to step down.

News

Embiid’s Debut a Success

Joel Embiid finished with 6 points and 4 rebounds in 13 minutes of playing time in his first taste of NBA action.

News

Joel Embiid to Make NBA Debut

Joel Embiid will make his NBA (preseason) debut tonight against the Boston Celtics.

ICandy Video: Ricky Peterson Speaks Out

A former ICandy employee talks about his unwilling role in a widening controversy.

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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.


Ben Simmons
News

Ben Simmons Has Surgery

76ers rookie Ben Simmons had surgery today to repair an acute Jones fracture in his right foot.

Joe Biden; Barack Obama; Michelle Obama
News

Why Democrats Keep Visiting Philly to Stump for Hillary Clinton

The state is vital to the election.

Presidential candidate Donald Trump with former Apprentice contestant Erin Elmore.
Opinion

OPINION: Donald Trump Was Neither Sexist nor Lewd on The Apprentice

A former contestant defends him.

Baby gorilla at Philadelphia Zoo
News

It’s Official: The Zoo’s Baby Gorilla Has a Name

Can you guess the winning entry?

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