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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

Refunds for Cars Towed, Ticketed During Philly Free Streets

More than 100 vehicles were towed on Saturday.

News

Noel: Something Needs to Happen

On the eve of training camp, Nerlens Noel called the Sixers situation, where they have three natural centers, “silly”

News

Sixers Roundup

With training camp just around the corner, the Sixers opened up their 125,000 square foot training complex during a ribbon cutting ceremony last week.

Q&A: Pat Toomey

The first-term Republican U.S. senator on Donald Trump, the Second Amendment and the white working class

Has America Lost its Bravery?

Life in the land of the free and the home of the terrified

News

Best Thing: September Sunsets in Philly

Hingston: The sky ought to be charging admission. Look up quick, before they’re gone!


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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We Talked With the Writer of Minions About Trump Minion T-Shirts

He thinks they’re “strange.”

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News

Philadelphia Airport Sees 3 Percent Rise in International Travel

The airport saw a increase in travel from markets in the Asia Pacific region.

News

Arrest Made In Shooting That Killed 8-Year-Old Camden Girl

A suspect was arrested in Tennessee.

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News

Philly’s Big Open Streets Event Is One Big Disappointment

So, wait: This is the thing we were supposed to be excited about?

News

Philly NOW: Fire PPA Director Accused of Sexual Harassment

The women’s group called Vince Fenerty “an embarrassment to the city.”

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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.


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News

Donald Trump in Delco: “What Do You Have to Lose?”

A dispatch from Sun Center Studios.

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News

Here’s a Map of When Pennsylvania’s Leaves Will Be the Most Colorful

Optimize your autumn leaf watching.

News

PHOTOS: Hilarious, Hideous Carson Wentz Bootleg Jerseys

Do not buy these.

LGBTQ Event of the Week

Friday marks the first time Philly has held a Bi Visibility Day rally.

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