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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

News

Partners Rush to Sever Ties with Alleged Child Pornographer

“Capasso is definitely not getting any funds from Crow & the Pitcher,” says spokesperson for Rittenhouse restaurant.

News

Newspapers Offer Buyout to Older Workers

Inky and Daily News journos with 25 years at the company could leave soon.

News

Philly Naked Bike Ride to Naked Café Guy: #GirlBye

The Naked Bike Ride says “we have asked him to stop his association” with the group. [Photos mildly NSFW.]

Darryl Stephens Talks Love, Dating and Religion

“Why are you not seeing that there are Black people on television, Black men on television falling in love?”

3 Reasons Millennials Will Stay in Philly

With a few caveats.

News

WATCH: Police Chase Suspect Through South Jersey and Philadelphia

Man wanted for armed robbery surrenders, was wearing a Giants jersey.


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

LGBT Catholics Seek Meeting With Pope

“I want him to extend his hand openly”

News

NYT on Penn’s Problems With Suicide, Perfectionism

Spikol: Is Penn making strides in helping students in distress?

News

Former Narcotics Cops Sue Nutter, Ramsey and Williams

They were acquitted on corruption charges, but say damage can’t be undone.

News

Michael Nutter: Those Pope Maps You Saw Aren’t the Real Deal

“Little people who have little pieces of information will try to put out what they have … in an effort to make themselves larger,” he said.

News

Phillies Playing Better (But Still Very Bad)

A Mets fan rejoices as the Phils boost New York’s wild card chances.

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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.


Rosie O’Donnell Poses With Rachelle Lee Smith’s Speaking OUT

“Beautiful book!”

News

They Want to Fill Devil’s Pool with Rocks?

Fiorillo: Worst idea ever.

5 Reasons Why I Deleted Grindr

Like Facebook, Grindr has become almost a prerequisite for gay dudes and I’m not entirely sure why.

News

Hipster Café Really Sorry for Letting Butt-Naked Guy Walk Around

Owner says up-close-and-personal ad for Philly Naked Bike Ride was a terrible mistake.

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