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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

Amy Gutmann Moves Holiday Party to Annenberg Center

Penn prez’s residence has become a popular protest spot.

News

Swarthmore Rescinds Bill Cosby’s Honorary Degree

“We find that his admitted personal behaviors are wholly inconsistent with our institutional values.”

News

Kane Vows to “Tear Down Old Boys Network”

She calls latest maneuverings an “alleged judicial conspiracy.”

SEPTA Adds Service for Army-Navy Game

The clash of the service academies is back in Philly this year, and SEPTA’s ready to handle the crowds.

News

“Black Lives Matter” Banner Vandalized at Main Line Church?

Officials believe it was in response to this month’s Philadelphia magazine cover story.

News

Lockdown at Radnor H.S. After 9mm Bullet Found

No direct threats have been made.


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

10 Things You Never Knew About Philly’s Jewish Quarter

Hingston: The start of Hanukkah has us thinking about the city’s Jewish history.

Brian Sims Named to The Advocate‘s 40 Under 40 List

“Not only do LGBT rights and women’s rights go hand in hand, I feel similarly about racial and ethnic justice issues.”

Matt Rhule, Temple head coach
News

Football Coach Rhule Signs 6-Year Deal to Stay at Temple

Temple just finished the season 10-3.

News

There’s a Philly Accent in American Sign Language

Spikol: Hoagie mouth is also hoagie hand, researchers learn.

News

Now Pa. House Republicans Are Blocking the Budget

Mathis: It’s time for everybody to accept a partial victory and go home.

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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.


Port Richmond homicide suspects
News

Police Release Suspect Photos in Port Richmond Slaying

Cops say it was a botched robbery Thanksgiving morning.

Landon Vargas
News

Landon Vargas, Blessed by Pope Francis in Philly, Has Died

The 9-year-old had battled cancer for five years.

PHOTOS: DVLF’s Toy 2015 at Fire and Ice

Hundreds attended the event to support CHOP, ActionAIDS, and DVLF.

Wolf Says Justice Should Resign Over Porngate

Morning headlines: But Michael Eakin plans to let an investigative panel complete its work.

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