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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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Feds Charge Former L&I Official With Extortion

Dominic Verdi faces 140 years in prison.

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Philly Prisoners to Grow Fruit

New program at Northeast prison is an attempt at job training.

5 Gay Things to Do in Philly This Week

Wharton channels Studio 54, Tangle Arts Presents Timelines and more.

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Who Wants to Go to Qatar?

Qatar Airways’ nonstop service from Philly to Doha begins tomorrow, starting at $1,000 a ticket.

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Al Jazeera Profiles Undocumented Philly Entrepreneurs

Los Gallos Taqueria’s Luz Jimenez once faced deportation.

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‘If You’re Soft, They’ll Wring You Out’

Jimmy Rollins has kind words for Phillies fans.


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.


My Crowdsourced Life

It was, you have to admit, a pretty smart publicity grab. Back in January, Mark Zuckerberg snapped a picture, posted it online, and posed a […]

GIVEAWAY: Win Tickets to See Mark Nadler

The cabaret queen is performing this month at the Prince.

Without a Trace

To most anyone watching, they were just another couple, out on a Saturday night at Abilene’s on South Street, drinking a few beers and watching […]

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PA: Not Full of Wine Drinkers?

The state ranks 37th among states and D.C. in wine consumed.

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The 8 Best and Worst Philly Kickstarters

Plus: The local Kickstarter Hall of Fame.

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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.


The Last Days of Bill Conlin

A year and a half ago, I flew down to Largo, Florida, and knocked on Bill Conlin’s door. It was early evening, and I couldn’t […]

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Trial for Alleged Swiss Cheese Perv Continued

The defendant has changed lawyers.

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Blind Ex-Philly Mob Boss’ Suit Thrown Out

Judge tosses lawsuit against government.

Steel Magnolia

John Callahan, a 44-year-old natural salesman turned preternatural politician, looks down at the small plate of tuna crudo on the table. Fork poised, he considers […]

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