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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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Mo’Nique’s for Gay Marriage

Maryland gets a big push

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Your Cocktail Party Guide to Ayn Rand

In 2005, Paul Ryan, said: “The reason I got involved in public service, by and large, if I had to credit one thinker, one person, it […]

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It’s Still the Summer of 2012, So There’s Another Water Main Break in Philly

This time a 16-inch water main broke in the city’s West Oak Lane section. Officials managed to cap the break before they needed to cut […]

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Look Like Sharon Needles This Halloween

This could be the creepiest mask yet

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Jesse Jackson Jr. Is Bipolar, Not Nuts

At last we know what’s been troubling Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. According to yesterday’s announcement from the Mayo Clinic (which Jackson’s office didn’t sanction), he’s […]

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Jennifer Aniston’s Engaged! Who Cares?

Did you hear the news yesterday? That Jennifer Aniston is engaged? To Justin Theroux? I did and I could. not. believe. it. Here we are, in […]


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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Paul Ryan for President

Mitt Romney might have mistakenly introduced Paul Ryan as “the next president of the United States,” but I wish it hadn’t been a mistake. I […]

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Morning Scoop: Man Arrested in Canada for ’98 Chinatown Decapitation

1998 Chinatown Decapitation. A man has been arrested in Canada for the 1998 decapitation of a Chinatown man. Authorities say that the suspect was arrested […]

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VIDEO: Is Tim Tebow Asexual?

Timaree Schmit, who has a PhD in human sexuality from Widener University, has a sexuality website and a podcast about sex. I own a basement. For this […]

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CNN Should Hire a DJ

Forget spin doctors and consultants. What CNN needs is an audiologist—stat. The once-proud news network of Ted Turner appears to be suffering from terminal tone […]

Top Schools Chart 2009

KEY % to college: Percentage of graduates attending a 2- or 4-year college SAT V/M/W: Average scores in SAT verbal, math and writing exams Proficiency Avg.: Percentage of […]

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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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Phillies Ball Girl Receives the Most Adorable Letter You’ve Ever Seen

Thanks to Reddit, the world now knows that the most adorable letter ever written was sent by a 5-year-old Harleysville girl. The little girl sent […]

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Archdiocese Plans Fire Sale of Properties in Center City, Bucks, Down the Shore

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia has confirmed that—in addition to the Archbishops’ residence in Lower Merion—it intends to sell-off its properties in Center City, Bucks County, […]

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Casualties Reported After Texas A&M Shooting

Police have apprehended a gunman who reportedly opened fire near Texas A&M’s campus in College Station, Texas. At least six people were injured, including police […]

Paul Ryan Works Out With Congressman Jim Gerlach

Paul Ryan—the Congressman from Wisconsin who has been named as the VP on Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney’s ticket—is all buddy-buddy with Congressman Jim Gerlach, […]

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