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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

SEPTA Announces Pope Pass Sales

If you want to take Regional Rail to see the pope, you’ll need one.

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News

Papelbon to Phillies: “Sh*t or Get Off the Pot”

The Phillies only All-Star wants to be traded. NOW.

News

Philly Woman Sues Comcast Over Unrelenting Robocalls

Says company flooded her with unwanted calls at the rate of one a day or more, for most of a year.

News

Gay-Bashing Defendants Considering Plea Deals

Could they escape hard time?

News

Delran’s Carli Lloyd Makes Cover of Sports Illustrated

Each member of the team, including the coach, will get her own cover.

News

Point Breeze’s Pop-Up Beer Garden Is Baaaack

And this was its most successful weekend ever, according to the proprietor.


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

Jerry Mondesire Feted on Eve Of National Convention

He used the occasion to propose to his longtime girlfriend, Cathy Hicks.

News

Millennials More Likely to Look for Yoga Porn Than Prior Generations

And new data suggests more women are watching porn, too.

A New Documentary Asks Do I Sound Gay?

It’s a modern-day take on My Fair Lady or Pygmalion, except this Eliza Doolittle is a gay man.

Archbishop “Very Grateful” that Waldron Mercy Academy Fired Gay Teacher

“I’m very grateful to the Religious Sisters of Mercy and to the principal and board members of Waldron Mercy.”

News

Hospital Rooms, VIP Access or Suburban Parking?

Which will be scarcest for Pope’s visit? Officials are starting to worry.

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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.


Donovan McNabb Suspended After DUI Charge

Fox Sports takes former Eagles QB off the air.

News

Hate Crime Charges in Confederate Flag Theft?

Mendte: Delaware officials ponder how to charge three teens accused of stealing Barry Binkley’s Stars and Bars.

The Affordable Housing-Industrial Complex

Opinion: These “affordable” homes are built at exorbitant cost.

On Prime Day, Win a VIP Trip to the Transparent Red Carpet

The popular online series is offering a killer contest.

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