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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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Amazon Home Services Launches in Philly

Pay them to find someone to assemble your treadmill.

10 Charts That Show Philly’s Outlook Remains Precarious

Because optimism is best when it’s open-eyed.

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Police: Irate Passenger Pulled Knife on SEPTA Bus Driver

He was, of course, caught on video.

Sherrie Cohen Calls for Boycott of City-Sponsored Travel to Indiana

After the state’s archaic new anti-LGBT law.

The Futuristic New SEPTA Trolleys Will Look Like …

Nobody knows. Yet. But here are some of the new models cropping up in cities around the globe.

News

Philly Cop Drives On Three Flat Tires

He was arrested Saturday morning and charged with DUI, assault and more.


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.


Negadelphia Is No More — Can the Mayoral Candidates Adapt?

Pew poll finds an optimistic city. Plus, Nutter’s vindication and City Council’s PGW political savvy.

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The Senselessness of the Sheridan and Germanwings Tragedies

Hingston: We can never truly know our fellow human beings.

Jamie Foxx Slammed for transphobic Bruce Jenner Jokes

In front of Jenner’s daughter Kylie.

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Here’s Video of Seth Williams Dancing

And showing off his new, skinny body.

Democratic Party to Endorse Openly Gay Council Candidate for the First Time Ever

It looks like history will soon be made in the upcoming election for City Council. Our sister blog Citified writes that Philly’s Democratic party is […]

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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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The Brief: Democrats to Endorse Openly Gay Council Candidate for First Time Ever

But what is the city committee’s support really worth these days?

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Cooper CEO Was “Distraught” Over Critical Report

But family says John Sheridan wouldn’t have been provoked to murder-suicide by work woes.

Trial Starts Today for Accused Cops

Defense will attack credibility of witnesses in the case.

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New Joe’s Wouldn’t Be Possible With Racist Old Name

Mathis: Two years after moving on from “Chink’s,” Joe Groh is moving up.

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