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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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Ocean Water Down the Shore Is Unusually Warm This Year

Scientists have noticed that the Atlantic Ocean temperatures along the coast of New Jersey have been uncharacteristically warm for this time of year.  The early […]

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The Clintons Attend a Birthday Party in Ventnor

The Clintons were in Ventnor over the weekend to celebrate the 70th birthday of retired television journalist—and Chelsea Clinton’s mother-in-law—Marjorie Margolies Mezvinsky. Secretary of State […]

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Judge Lets KFC Off the Hook for Local Pistol-Whipping

A man who was pistol-whipped by an employee at a local KFC won’t get a payday from the fast food chain now that a federal […]

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Jonathan Papelbon Owes Jim Thome $5,000 for Saturday’s Walk-Off Homer

Before Jim Thome stepped into the batter’s box in the bottom of the ninth inning on Saturday, Phillies closer Jonathan Papelbon reportedly offered $5,000 to […]

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Inmates Serenaded Sandusky With Pink Floyd’s “The Wall”

According to a report from the tabloid newspaper The Daily, inmates at the Centre County Correctional Facility serenaded Jerry Sandusky with a portion of Pink […]

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Celeb Scoop: Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Zac Efron and Andrew Garfield Attend a Jersey Wedding

Twilight Stars and Efron Attend Jersey Wedding. Kristen Stewart borrowed a dress from the groom’s sister (she forgot hers) and Robert Pattinson had a little […]


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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Summer Reading Roundup

Books to brighten your beach read

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Basically, Things Are Crap for Philly Catholics

The New York Times published a piece on Sunday chronicling the slew of problems facing the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Monsignor William Lynn was convicted on […]

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The Jerry Sandusky Verdict Is Not a Victory

Friday night, as the Phillies were deciding between a three- or four-hour rain delay as the preferred method of draining as much from their suffering […]

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Pot Possession Penalties to Be Like Traffic Tickets in Jersey?

The New Jersey state Assembly is set to vote on a bill that would decriminalize possession of less than 15 grams of marijuana. Instead of […]

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Supreme Court Rejects Most of AZ Immigration Law

Arizona had most of its controversial immigration law shot down by the Supreme Court of the United States on Monday. The court ruled that Arizona […]

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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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One Dead as Plane Crashes En Route to Lancaster

One person died this morning as a four-seat plane crashed in North Carolina. Authorities responded to a 9-1-1 call from someone claiming to have witnessed […]

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Murder Suspect Found Dead in Cell

A 28-year-old Point Breeze man accused of killing a mother of three during a shootout in Grays Ferry back in April was arrested on Sunday […]

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Men Get Baby Lust, Too

The plan was to drink a few beers and listen to a couple of friends talk about fatherhood. Both had new babies, around nine months […]

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Governor Corbett, Juror No. 11 Speak Out About Sandusky Trial

Governor Tom Corbett and Juror #11 from the Jerry Sandusky trial spoke out about the investigation, subsequent court proceedings, and conviction of the former Penn […]

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