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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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Former Phillies Prospect Says He’s Addicted to Weed

Promising first-baseman now with the Astros.

News

Toomey, Casey to Vote Against Obama Nominee

Debo Adegbile helped represent convicted cop killer Mumia Abu-Jamal.

News

Council to Nutter: Not So Fast on PGW Sale

Its approval is needed to finalize the $1.86 billion deal.

News

PA Supreme Court Justice Accuses Inky, Daily News of Libel

Justice Seamus McCaffery and his wife have filed papers in Philadelphia court.

News

Seth Williams May Sue Chuck Peruto

District attorney doesn’t like defense attorney’s allegations.

Top 4 Events This Week in Gay Philly

Gunnar Montana Returns With Hybernate, a Beyoncé-themed Ratchet and more.


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

“Cyber Snow Days” Could Keep Classes on Schedule

Idea is just a dream, for now.

PHOTOS: 10 Arts Oscar Viewing Party

It’s safe to say this was the best-dressed Oscars event in town.

News

Swiss Cheese Pervert Faces New Charges

More women are coming forward.

News

Why the Philly Accent Is So Fascinating

McQuade: The Times says the way we talk is ‘disappearing.’ Don’t fret.

News

The Philadelphia Streets Department Just Made an Example of Wendy’s

Don’t shovel snow into the street. Or else.

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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

Christie Might Still Be A Viable Presidential Candidate

In Virginia, at least.

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Why Don’t They Build New Grocery Stores in Black Neighborhoods?

Francis: To understand gentrification, you have to understand the racialized history of real estate.

News

Backlash Against Jersey’s “Bishop of Bling”

Collection plates dry up as Archbishop John Myers comes under fire.

News

Not Angry About Hunger in Philly?

Mathis: You may be soon—what a fight among food charities reveals about the middle class.

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