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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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15 Gay Things to Do This Week

Gay erotica at Giovanni’s Room, OurNightOut gets high, Miss Boxed Wine Pageant and more.

News

Former Philly Educator Named Wolf’s Secretary of Education

Pedro Rivera had moved on to be superintendent of the Lancaster school district.

News

Werth, Utley Compete to be “Face of MLB”

So far, the former Phillie trails the first-round vote.

Out Singer-Songwriter Aiden James Releases New Video

Watch “Snapshot.”

News

MLK Day of Service on Social Media

Philadelphians remember King’s life by working to improve the community.

News

Church Erects Crosses for Philly Gun Homicide Victims

“Memorial to the Lost” seeks to remember Philadelphians lost to gun violence.


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.


Philly Black Pride 2015 Lineup Announced

Taking place in venues across town.

News

The Real Epidemic on College Campuses

Hingston: Academic dishonesty is out of control.

INSIDE TAKE: Time for Real Talk on Charters

The best charters are whiter and wealthier than district schools

News

Pope’s Philadelphia Schedule Unveiled

He’ll be here in September for the World Meeting of Families.

News

Would Martin Luther King Jr. Be a Conservative?

Mathis: Four reasons he would likely be sneered at by the right were he alive today.

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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

More “Black Ice” Possible This Morning

Sunday’s rain and ice was deadly; today’s weather could be similar.

Tom Wolf Names Transgender Woman Physician General

A new role for Dr. Rachel Levine.

News

Roads, Bridges, SEPTA, and Sidewalks Are a Mess

If you must venture outside, use extreme caution.

Wing Bowl: Is It Time to End It?

WIP’s drunken disgrace oozes hot sauce and misogyny.

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