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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?


Longform

How Five Days in Philly Changed Movie History Forever

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Opinion

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

Guides

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

Latest Stories

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Pa. Just Approved Its First Medical Marijuana Grower

The company will operate out of Jefferson County.

News

Homeland Security Cops Looking for Man Seen on Rittenhouse Rooftops

Police say he was seen taking pictures atop tall buildings.

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News

Deer Carcass Found Hanging at Bucks County School

School officials are calling the incident vandalism.

News

Philly Is the Worst City for Trick-or-Treating, Claims Stupid Report

Apparently we give out too many tootsie rolls — as if that’s even possible.

OPINION: I Hope Amazon HQ2 Doesn’t Come to Philly

Owens: The poorest big city in America can’t afford it.

News

Police Investigating Rash of Armed Robberies in Fairmount

Residents in the neighborhood reported four incidents this week.


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.


News

Bucks County Principal Sleeps on School Roof for Good Cause

Tim Long promised Newtown Middle he’d spend the night outside if it raised $8,000 for Hurricane Harvey relief.

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Feds: Ambler Man Stole Hurricane Sandy Funds

Nicholas Ochs allegedly used his mom’s shore house to loot $250K in FEMA funds.

LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: Spiral Q’s 18th Annual Peoplehood.

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The Schuylkill River Trail Just Got Its First Security Cameras

They were fast-tracked after an alleged attack on the path last week.

News

SEPTA Launches New Express Bus Service This Weekend

The Boulevard Direct will stop at eight locations in Northeast Philly instead of 80.

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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.


News

Delco Man Accused of War Crimes Convicted of Fraud, Perjury

Mohammed Jabbateh has lived outside Philly for two decades.

News

Spitting in Philly’s Face, NFL Decides to Hold Next Draft in Dallas

And people wonder why Eagles fans are so ornery …

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Students Pose With Swastika-, KKK-Carved Pumpkins

The disturbing image is making the rounds online.

News

What the Pa. Budget Stalemate Could Cost State-Funded Schools

In-state tuition discounts at Temple, Penn State and Pitt are at risk.

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