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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

Woman in Muslim Garb Has Been Robbing Philly Banks

The FBI is searching for her.

Your Day-by-Day Guide to Sandblast 2015

Find the right events for your summer beach experience.

Why Your Reverse Commute Is So Wretched

And what it would take to fix it.

News

This is the Real Bill Cosby Scandal

Mathis: It took accusations of hypocrisy — not allegations of assault — to turn the issue into a real scandal.

News

For Sixers, Embiid Setback Not the End of the World

Bodner: It just feels that way.

News

The 12 Best Foods Born in Philly

Forget the Declaration of Independence — Philadelphia is the birthplace of Butter Krak Eggs!


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

The Jim Kenney Forecast

The likely next mayor’s plans are cloudy — with a chance of greatness.

News

The 7 Worst People at the Farmers’ Market

From strollers and huskers to wannabes and produce paparazzo, the folks who make the market maddening.

News

Best Thing: Chase Utley Got Benched

Hingston: The end of an era is a new beginning, which is what this team desperately needs.

ICandy Nightclub Faces L&I Violations

“Those violations may pose a threat to the safety, health or welfare to the occupants or surrounding community.”

News

Here Is Every Nerlens Noel Dunk From Last Season

The best 8:45 of the Sixers’ 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

Walking Barefoot Around Center City?

Buttler: Why? Philly ain’t the beach.

News

Kicker Commits to Penn State With Inspirational Video

It’s professional.

Pat Gallen Leaving 97.5 The Fanatic for CBS3

Radio vet will be sports anchor and reporter for TV station in flux.

New NYC Service to Offer Access to Pristine Bathrooms … for $25 a Month

Is anyone bothered by this?

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