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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

Kane Fires Official Who Testified Against Her

Says it’s part of a “restructuring” of her office.

News

NYT: Bridgegate Indictments Near

Chris Christie’s presidential ambitions may depend on what happens next.

Gay Emojis Have Arrived

Quick, updated your iPhone!

News

City Ethics Board Faults Tony Williams for Major Campaign Finance Violations

But it’s complicated. Very complicated.

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News

Here Are Glenn Straub’s Bold Plans for Atlantic City

His $500 million Phoenix Project goes beyond Revel.

News

WATCH: Woman Steals Loaded Gun from Catina Dos Segundos

It happened on Monday at the popular NoLibs restaurant.


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

Union Just Benched Their $400K Goalkeeper

Raïs M’Bolhi made many gaffes.

Mayor Nutter on Anti-Gay Religious Freedom Laws

“We must continue to take action.”

News

Egyptian Religious Authority Condemns Anti-Islam Ads on SEPTA

Says “racist campaign” seeks to “ignite hatred and incite bigotry against Islam.”

Anonymous “Fax Bombs” the Vineland Mayor’s Fax Machine

And also releases the names of three cops.

11 Best New Gay Movies on Netflix Streaming

Boys, Out to Kill, Campaign of Hate and more.

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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

Bill Would Eliminate “Philosophical” Exemptions for Vaccinations

Bad news for Pa. anti-vaxxers.

Philanthropy Friday: The Support Center for Child Advocates

Learn about it’s LGBTQ Youth Project.

How Ted Cruz and Rand Paul Stack Up Against Gay Rights

Spoiler alert: They both pretty much suck.

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Next Week: Meet Anthony Williams

Join us for this free event on Wednesday, April 15.

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