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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

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14 New Books by Philly Authors to Add to Your TBR List

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News

Philly’s Maternal Mortality Rate Is Worse Than Libya’s

“So many of these tragic deaths were related to social-economic status.”

News

The Pope’s Really Big Visit

The estimate is 1 to 2 million visitors. What if it’s even more?

Andre Iguodala: Finals MVP

Former 76ers star led Golden State to NBA championship.

News

SEPTA and the Pope’s Visit:

Everything you need to know to get around when Francis is in town.

News

Romanian Illegals Charged in Center City ATM Scam

We hope you didn’t use this particular ATM.

Janet Jackson’s Top 10 Sexiest Dance Videos

She didn’t announce Philly on her newest tour, but we sure can hope!


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

Daughter of Sandy Hook Victim Partners With S.J. Mental Health Nonprofit

Maura Schwartz pays tribute to her mother’s sacrifice.

News

Should More Kids Be Tried As Adults?

A new Penn study found that prosecuting some juveniles as adults can actually reduce their recidivism rates.

News

Kimmo Timonen Wins Stanley Cup, Retires

Former Flyer, 40, finally won a championship with the Blackhawks.

News

Philly Judge Calls B.S. on UberX … 14 Times

Popular? Yes. Legal? No.

News

Donald Trump (Really!) Running for President

And the Democratic National Committee has a hilarious response.

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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.


One Way to Reduce Center City Traffic — Ban Private Cars

Dublin is giving it a go. Philadelphia’s big experiment, the Chestnut Street Transitway, failed.

Quince Productions Announces GayFest 2015

The LGBTQ theater festival has over 30 performances.

News

“All Clear” Given After Navy Yard Evacuation

Threat had been made against military facilities.

News

Not too Late to Save Sharswood From PHA

Smith: Why PHA plans for Blumberg Apartments could reconcentrate poverty in the neighborhood.

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