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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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City Council OKs E-Cigarette Restrictions

Council votes to treat e-cigarettes like regular smokes.

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WATCH: Animation of 2014’s Winter Storms

See how this winter looked from a NASA satellite.

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Parents Start Brawl with Students at Grade School

Wild brawl at Philadelphia elementary school.

Unite Fitness Owner to Meditate for Two Days

To raise funds for Philly’s Shambhala Meditation Center.

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PHOTOS: Philly’s Got a Big Banana Peel Problem

Meet Frank Danay of the Philadelphia Banana Peel Project.

Philly Author Examines LGBT Representation in Media in Pop Culture Freaks

A discussion with Dr. Dustin Kidd.


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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Christie Against Relaxed Pot Laws

Sorry, stoners: No legal weed in the Garden State.

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Five Tips for Actually Meeting the Pope

Marks: Our mayor and governor didn’t stand a chance. But maybe you do.

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Comcast Today: Most Americans Dislike Time Warner Merger

But can opponents like Al Franken actually stop Comcast’s plans?

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Report: Wilmington Most Dangerous Small City In Country

And bucolic Lancaster isn’t far behind.

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Spike Eskin Named WIP Program Director

The ex-rock DJ gets a new title.

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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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Sixers Will Almost Certainly Equal NBA Losing Streak Mark Tonight

They haven’t won since January 29th.

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7 Gifts Philly Should Have Given Pope Francis

McQuade: Instead of six sports jerseys and a tiny Liberty Bell. Really.

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Terrifying Red Phanatic Will Haunt Your Dreams

Baseball season is less than a week away!

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Philly’s Population Still Rising, But Barely

Babies, immigrants fuel city’s growth.

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