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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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Dear Josh Shapiro: Now That You Have the Votes, Here’s Our Wish List

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

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Tornado Watch Issued for Philly, ‘Burbs, South Jersey, Delaware

A tornado watch has been issued for our entire region, including Philly, the surrounding ‘burbs, South Jersey, and all of Delaware. The watch will remain […]

Romney’s “47 Percent” Video Filmed at Home of Wharton Grad, Sixers Owner

The video of Mitt Romney saying that most Obama voters are “dependent on the government” and “believe they are the victims” was reportedly filmed during […]

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Michael Vick Donation Should Fix Football Field in North Philly

A dilapidated football field in Hunting Park is going to look a little nicer thanks to a $200,000 donation from the Team Vick Foundation. On […]

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Swedish Surgeons Complete Mother-to-Daughter Womb Transplants

So, it’s definitely the future because 10 surgeons at Sweden’s University of Gothenburg say they’ve completed two mother-to-daughter womb transplants. The surgeries won’t be considered […]

Mayor Nutter Chimes In on Leaked Mitt Romney Video

Mayor Nutter is among the bevy of prominent Democrats voicing their opinions on the video of Mitt Romney saying that a majority of Obama voters […]

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George W. Bush Speechwriter In Philly’s Republican Theater Festival

Back in July, the Philly Post broke the news that the city would host the country’s (the world’s, actually) first ever Republican Theater Festival, presented […]


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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Sandstone Sculptor Thrives on Philadelphia’s Streets

“Cali was where I first seen the stone,” says The Sandman, explaining how he got his start carving and selling small sandstone sculptures around Philadelphia. […]

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Adopting the Khloe Kardashian of Chihuahuas

Last week I wrote about the beginning of my search for a new dog after my beloved Hannah died. It was a search, as you […]

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Gay Marriage: State By State

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Daniel Radcliffe Talks Trevor

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Gay Bars Join Toast

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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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Philadelphia Neighborhood Boundaries Bent to Boost Home Sales

What’s in a name, you ask? Well, if you happen to be looking to buy a house in Philadelphia, quite a bit, it turns out. […]

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Morning Scoop: Video Shows Romney Saying That a Majority of Obama Voters Are “Dependent on the Government”

Romney Slams Obama Voters. In a video that has recently hit the Internet, Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney can be heard telling a group of […]

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“Fuck” Is A Perfectly Good Word

F-bomb you! What the F-bomb? Go F-bomb yourself. With “F-bomb” now anointed to the sacred text of Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, it is — by definition […]

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Philly 311 Turns Urban Complaints Into High-Tech Gossip

A lot has been made in the last week about the city’s new (and long-awaited) 311 app. The free app, available for Android, iOS and […]

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