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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

D.A.: Mom Injected Daughter With Heroin

Jessica Lynn Riffey is in custody.

News

What They’re Saying About Jerry Mondesire

Officials and community leaders react to the death of the civil rights giant.

Gay Matinee Idol Tab Hunter Coming to Philly

qFLIX Philadelphia is honoring the out actor.

News

At Temple, Anxious Students but Cautious Normalcy

“I’m not gonna lie, I’m pretty scared,” said one freshman.

News

Temple Football Is 4-0 — What’s Next?

The Owls have a decent shot at being 7-0 going into the Notre Dame game at the Linc on Halloween.

Will Lady Gaga Play the Title Role in Gypsy Remake with Barbra Streisand?

Let me entertain you…


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.


Things To Do If Your Workplace Needs LGBT Sensitivity Training

Four tips to keep in mind.

News

Did Mayor Nutter Win the War on Soda?

And other items from our morning headlines report

News

Brian Sims Is Probably Running for Congress

Here’s what that means.

News

FBI Warns Area Colleges of Threat of Violence

Monday is going to be a tense day on local campuses.

News

Best Thing: The Phillies’ Youth Movement Shone

Hingston: For the first time in a long time, we’re stoked for next season.

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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

The Star of SEPTA’s Pope Weekend Plan

The Broad Street Line moved a lot of people in two days.

News

VIDEO: Suspect in Sexual Assault of Temple Student

Do you recognize this man?

News

Pitcher: Philly Fans Prevent Free Agents From Coming Here

Why Jeremy Affeldt thinks so.

News

Sam Bradford Isn’t a Championship Quarterback

Missanelli: We were duped.

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