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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

The Tragedy of Thomasine Tynes

Yes, she accepted the bracelet. But there’s more to her story.

10 Fab Gay Wedding Ideas From Pinterest

Our favorite pins for your gay wedding.

News

Stop Spitting on the Sidewalk, You Disgusting Pig

Hingston: I don’t care if it’s cold-and-flu season; I’ve had it with your f’ing phlegm.

News

Bolaris: Winter Is on the Way

Philly forecaster says Arctic air this week, winter storm next.

News

Ed Rendell Isn’t Interested in Being Mayor*

*But is the door really closed?

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News

GOP May Try Gerrymandering the Presidency

And it may start in Pennsylvania.


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.


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News

UIL Says It’s Not Done Pursuing PGW

Despite Council rejection, company won’t terminate its right to purchase.

News

Former Traffic Judge Will Plead to Accepting Bracelet

Lawyer: “It is anticipated that more arrests of Philadelphia politicians will be made.”

News

Man Drives Corvette into Delaware River in Northeast Philly

Police say it was a husband who was angry at his wife.

Man Crush Monday

Gayborhood supermodel Ty Pierce on his eight local crushes.

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News

Nutter, Council Debate Over PGW Is Somehow Getting Worse

Kerkstra: Who would have thought that possible?

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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.


Pastor Has Credentials Revoked After Officiating Gay Son’s Wedding

After 65 years of service to the church.

News

Jillian Tait’s Facebook Page Suggests She Wasn’t Always a Monster

“my baby boy i can’t wait to meet you”

News

WATCH: Police Release Video of Gunman

Nobody injured, but car is damaged.

PHOTOS: Ladies Loving Ladies All Over the Place

Saturday at Stimulus’s Back 2 Basics

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