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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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Paul Ryan Will Serve as Your 2012 Election Sex Symbol

For the second consecutive election, the Republican Party has chosen a vice presidential nominee who’s not only considerably more popular among the conservative base than […]

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Bipolar Diagnosis Doesn’t Buy Jesse Jackson Jr. a Free Pass

If Jesse Jackson Jr. has bipolar disorder, we should all be concerned about his well-being and hope he gets the treatment he’ll need to cope. […]

VIDEO: President Obama Buys Beer for People at the Iowa State Fair

While campaigning in Iowa on Monday, President Barack Obama urged people at the State Fair to have some beer. When he yelled out that everyone […]

Hey Girl, This Is What Happens When You Cross VP Candidate Paul Ryan and Ryan Gosling

Hey girl, haven’t you always wondered what it would be like if one of your favorite Hollywood heartthrobs took a vested interest in the GOP […]

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Bam Margera Arrested in Charlotte Airport

Local Jackass Bam Margera was arrested at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport over the weekend for allegedly swearing up a storm and being a real […]

PHOTO: Proof That President Barack Obama Is Actually a Wizard

Merlin, Harry Potter, Gandalf and Gob Bluth ain’t got shit on the President of the United States, now that Barack Obama has shown the world […]


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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Son of Philly’s Allegedly Murderous Abortion Doctor Seeks Name Change

Barron Alexander Gosnell is the 20-year-old son of Kermit Gosnell, the man accused of delivering babies in WEst Philly and severing their spinal cords with […]

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Celeb Scoop: Taylor Swift Drops New Single, Buys House Near Kennedy Compound

Harrison Ford: Pilot. Han Solo flew himself into Philly on Sunday night so that he can film in Paranoia with Liam Hemsworth and, presumably, offer […]

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London Games Were the Most-Watched Event in U.S. History

NBC is pretty happy with itself following the 2012 London Games, especially now that it’s been announced that this year’s Olympics were the most-watched event […]

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Someone Robbed Steve Jobs’ House

A man has been arrested for allegedly stealing more than $60,000 worth of computers and personal items from the Palo Alto home of the late […]

Christie’s Keynote Address to Focus on Voting for Romney, Not Against Obama

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie says he’s currently on his fourth draft of the GOP keynote address that he’ll deliver later this month in Tampa. […]

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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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We Want Our Lesbian Super PAC and We Want it Now

Inside LPAC’s first endorsement

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?uestlove Re-Launches Okayplayer Records

?uestlove has announced that he’ll be re-launching his Okayplayer Records this fall. The label has been hiatus since the 2004 release of the True Notes […]

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GayBINGO! is Back

Get your daubers ready

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Did Chickie’s & Pete’s Get Pat Croce to Change the Menu at His Restaurant?

Chickie’s & Pete’s—per a recent, confidential out-of-court settlement—will allow “Crabby Fries” in Kill Devil Kills in the Outer Banks to keep its name. Pete Ciarrocchi, […]

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