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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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Pope Invited to LGBT Event in Philadelphia Featuring Margie Winters

The event will be held at the John C. Anderson Apartments.

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News

What Is Up With This “EM Stanton Catchment” Neighborhood?

Google thinks this is a Philadelphia neighborhood.

Congrats to Paul Steinke and David Ade

The couple officially tied the knot earlier this month in Provincetown.

News

Join Gov. Wolf, Mayor Nutter, Abbi Jacobson, and More at ThinkFest 2015

Early-bird tickets are now on sale.

News

Official: Threat Against Pope “Disrupted”

Congressman discusses security matters for pontiff’s visit to Philly, U.S.

News

Moses Malone, 76ers Great, Has Died

His “fo, fo, fo” prediction helped key the Sixers’ last championship.


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.


The Complete Pope in Philly Survival Guide

Everything you need to know to make it through Philly’s biggest weekend ever.

Chris Matthews on Growing Up Catholic in Philly

It wasn’t just a religion; it was a culture.

What Pope Francis Will Bring to Philadelphia

James Martin offers a glimpse of what we’re likely to see and hear.

News

Best Thing This Week: Buh-bye, summer!

Hingston: Look over there — that leaf just changed!

Planting Peace Puts Out Epic Kim Davis Billboard

“The fact that you can’t sell your daughter for three goats and a cow means we’re already redefined marriage.”

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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

First Look: The New 76ers Court Design

An exclusive sneak peek at the team’s new playing surface.

News

Government Drops Charges Against Temple Prof

Turns out feds misunderstood their own evidence.

News

Feds: Fake Lawyer Represented Immigration Clients

Right under the nose of the DOJ and Homeland Security.

PHOTOS: Tangle Movement Arts at Fringe Festival

Thrilling shots from the all-female aerial performance troupe.

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