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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

Latest Stories

Mice Run Wild in Philadelphia

There are more mouse sightings here than any other big city in the nation.

Pinkbox Sex Toy Vending Machine Heading to the Gayborhood

It was only a matter of time.

News

NCR Columnist: Catholic Schools Should Challenge Church on LGBT Hirings

Controversy at Waldron Mercy spills into nationwide debate.

News

Will the Ben Franklin Bridge Close or Not During the Pope’s Visit?

The DRPA says it needs more info from the Secret Service before it decides.

News

SEPTA Lottery Registration Going Smoothly

Want to ride regional rail during pope’s visit? Today’s your only chance to sign up.

News

Can Philly Save the HitchBOT?

The Hacktory hopes so. Plus: Some of the best social media responses to the saga.


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.


Would You Wait Eight Years to Swim Here?

Inside the exclusive Lombard Swim Club.

The Incredible Potential of Public Pools

A new pop-up shows how amazing Philly’s could be.

News

The 10 Worst Philly Tourist Traps, Ranked

Fiorillo: To the tens of millions who will visit Philadelphia this year: Don’t say you weren’t warned.

Vatican Whisperer Rocco Palmo on Pope Francis

The “Whispers in the Loggia” blogger on the Church in Philadelphia.

News

Best Thing: The Great SEPTA Papal Pass Lottery

Hingston: If you’re a person of faith, you know there’s no such thing as chance.

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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

Holy Sea Cow! Manatee Spotted in Delaware River

Officials say this is surprising, but not alarming.

The Embarrassing Metaphor That Is the Trash-Filled Municipal Services Building Sign

Welcome to Philadelphia, world.

News

Phillies Trade Ben Revere to Blue Jays

It’s the third trade the team has made this week.

News

Penn Dropping Essay Portion of SAT Test

Hingston: Is that Ben Franklin turning over in his grave?

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