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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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Comcast Today: Merger Faces Washington Skepticism

Today’s hearing happens just as company is named “Worst in America” by Consumerist

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Suit Corner Is on Fire (Updated)

Details sketchy, but Twitter pics are plentiful.

This is What Drag Queens Looked Like in the 1960s

An artist stumbles upon a box of rare images.

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“If The KKK Killed 200 Black Men Every Year, We’d Be on Lockdown”

Mayor Nutter talks race at the Aspen Institute.

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Bariatric Surgery: The First Step to Lasting Weight Loss

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Chart of the Day: Philadelphians and Cars

Only NYC has a higher percentage of non-car commuters


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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Stabbing Spree Reported at Western PA High School

“Multiple people” injured at Franklin Regional High School Murrysville.

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Willie Brown Is a Changed Man

Mathis: In 2009, it seemed he couldn’t wait to shut down SEPTA. This time around, he’s more cautious.

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“Digital District” Would Bring Electronic Displays to Center City

Would it be Philly’s version of Times Square?

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Activist Brings “Private” Charges Against Lawmakers in Sting

Gene Stilp will carry on where Kathleen Kane wouldn’t.

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NYT: Drexel May Build Over Train Yard

Examines redeveloping 75-acre train hub to host academic institutions, retail stores.

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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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Tom Wolf Is Biggest Spender in Gov’s Race

Campaign finance forms show he’s outspending everybody else — put together.

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WATCH: The Phils Go Marching In

They look kinda pumped for today’s home opener.

Divine’s 5 Best Movie Moments

Can you handle the filthiest person alive?!

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When Joy Behar Called Chris Christie “Toast”

An uncomfortable moment at a roast.

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