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What Happened to Chris Rabb?

Sixteen years ago, he wrote a book touting conscious capitalism. Now he’s a Democratic Socialist hanging out with controversial podcaster Hasan Piker. Did he change — or did America?


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How Five Days in Philly Changed Movie History Forever

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Who Will Be Philadelphia’s Ron Paul?

Ori Feibush just might be a hero. It’s weird to say that, because Feibush–the Point Breeze developer who owns OCF Realty–usually strikes other, less heroic […]

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Prank Call Is Messing With PA’s Court System

A prank call informing citizens that they’re in trouble for missing jury duty is messing with the real court system in Pennsylvania. The call apparently […]

City Council Slams Romney Over “47 Percent” Comment

On Thursday, Philadelphia’s City Council voiced its displeasure with Mitt Romney over his “47 percent” comment. Pulling a quote from former late Texas governor Ann […]

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Gawker Calls Staph Meal Blogger a “Troll Too Far”

Joshua Scott Albert—the blogger who pissed off Philly restaurant owners with Staph Meal—is supposedly set to turn himself into police. Gawker picked up the story […]

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Astronomers Upset About Light Show on the Parkway

Astronomers are the latest to speak out against artist Rafael Lozano-Hemmer’s light show on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. The show, titled “Open Air,” debuts Thursday […]

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Celeb Scoop: Maya Rudolph and The Roots Plan Prince Cover Show

Maya Rudolph and The Roots Channel Prince. On Thursday night at Brooklyn Bowl, The Legendary Roots Crew will back Maya Rudolph as she channels her […]


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.


PA GOP Chairman Says Presidential Race Tied in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania’s GOP chairman, Rob Gleason, says that the presidential race is tied in the Keystone State. On Thursday, the Pennsylvania Republican Party released a poll […]

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Q & A: James Van Deer Beek Talks!

The Art Museum goes Hollywood tonight when it plays host to the premiere of Backwards, a movie set here in the world of rowing. One […]

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Penn, “Skulls” Frat Named in Wrongful Death Lawsuit

The parents of a student who died after a fall at a New Year’s party Penn’s Phi Kappa Sigma house have named the fraternity and […]

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Springsteen’s Daughter Buys Gold Medal-Winning Horse, Hopes to Compete at 2016 Games

Jessica Springsteen—The Boss’ 20-year-old daughter—is reportedly the proud new owner of a gold medal-winning horse. Murka’s Vindicat W is a 10-year-old gelding that helped Peter […]

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Camden Is the Poorest City in America

New Census data indicates that Camden is the most impoverished city in America. Reading had previously held the title of America’s Poorest City, but came […]

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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.


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Rittenhouse Square Is the 10th Most Popular Park in America

A Travel + Leisure listicle that cites Foursquare check-ins to determine the popularity of parks across the country indicates that Rittenhouse Square is the 10th […]

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Guy Who Ran 9/11 Victim Fund Will Handle Settlements With Sandusky’s Victims for Penn State

Ken Feinberg—the lawyer that handled the 9/11 victim fund and wrote the book Who Gets What: Fair Compensation after Tragedy and Financial Upheaval—has apparently been […]

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Mayor Nutter Attends Advance Screening of Maggie Gyllenhaal Movie About Education Reform

On Wednesday evening, more than 100 Philadelphians joined Mayor Nutter and state Senator Anthony Hardy Williams for an advance screening of a major motion picture […]

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Suicide at Radnor SEPTA Station Prompts School Lockdown

Police say that a person committed suicide by gunshot in a parked car at the Radnor train station on SEPTA’s R5 (Paoli/Thorndale) line. The shooting […]

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