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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

8-Year-Old Girl, 34-Year-Old Man Electrically Shocked While Swimming

They are both in critical condition.

News

Kane’s Office Cancels Porngate News Conference

Solicitor General Bruce Castor Jr. said the report on the email scandal “was not comprehensive.”

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Sources: Colangelo Leaning Toward Simmons

Bryan Colangelo says he knows what he would do if the NBA Draft were held today.

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Rick MacLeish, Flyers Legend, Dead at 66

MacLeish had been battling health problems.

News

Fire Consumes American Legion Post in Frankford

The four-alarm fire occurred on Memorial Day.

News

Sources: Police Are Considering Moving Headquarters to Old Inquirer Building

The Kenney administration is rethinking a planed move to West Philly.


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.


Why I’m Embarrassed (Sort Of) to Live in the Philly Suburbs

The city is booming like never before, a mecca for the cool and the connected. So why am I here, in the land of strip malls, minivans and Olive Garden?

News

Trump T-Shirts Rule the Wildwood Boardwalk

McQuade: Our fifth annual survey of the themes, memes, icons and catchphrases that are hot with the soon-to-be sunburned set.

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Why Real Philadelphians Hate Shiny New Things

Spikol: Who could possibly be against a series of beer gardens in our wonderful parks? I could.

News

Best Thing: The State Legislature Got Something Done

Hingston: The House and Senate have passed a school-funding bill that holds hope for the future.

News

Sixers Mailbag

Does drafting Ben Simmons at #1 overall influence how you build the roster going forward? Can you keep all the big men?

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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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Sixers To Hire PJ Carlesimo?

According to a report from David Aldridge of NBA.com, the Sixers will hire P.J. Carlesimo as associate head coach.

News

Anti-Gentrification Graffiti Pops Up in West Philly

The taggers hit Clarkville at 43rd and Baltimore.

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It’s Obvious: The Sixers Should Take Ben Simmons With No. 1 Pick

Missanelli: I laugh at the people who say he doesn’t work hard enough.

LGBTQ&A: Anthony Mustafa Adair

The openly gay Afghan actor talks about his career and new role in “The Invisible Hand.”

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