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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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Win Tickets to See Boy George

The ’80s pop idol is coming to TLA on April 18th.

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Carlos Ruiz: “If We Stay Healthy…”

At Spring Training 2014, the Phillies talk about their experience (while everyone else talks about their age).

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Is Comcast Building the Next Magic Kingdom?

Analysis: Comcast wants to become “a new kind of monopolist.”

PHOTO: Awesome Jim Gardner Photobomb

Gotta love Jim.

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How the Flyers’ Giroux and Simmonds Almost Beat the Globetrotters

McQuade: They did, however, pull of a five-point trick dunk involving a hockey stick.

WATCH: Johnny Weir Offers Hilarious Commentary on Ice Skaters at Rockefeller Center

Plus other headlines making gay news.


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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VIDEO: Ex-La Salle Basketball Player Punches Out Opponent

Shanel Harrison was playing in a Finnish league.

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PGW’s Union Employees Oppose Sale

Hoping to enlist support of other public unions.

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Mom, Who Accused Police of Assault, Arrested for Shoplifting

At the exact same store where her son was caught.

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3 Ways to Reduce Public Anger About a SEPTA Strike

Mathis: We’re the hostages in these negotiations. It’s a tough way to build solidarity.

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Penn State Trustee Resigns, Regrets Paterno Firing

Alvin Clemens says “injustice” perpetrated.

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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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Mayor Nutter Tries Cigarette Tax to Fund Schools.

But proposal appears to be dead on arrival.

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Christie Polls Fourth at Conservative Gathering

Gathered just 8 percent of the vote.

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Tom Wolf’s Candidacy Gathers Momentum

Can any Democrat catch him before the primary?

What the Gays Did on Instagram This Week

The Bitch-Slapped on Ash Wednesday Edition.

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