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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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News

Pat Toomey’s Wife *Did* Get Insurance Through Obamacare

Despite what Pat Toomey says.

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Should Parents Be Allowed to Let Their Children Die?

Moraff: An Amish family has fled the U.S. as Belgium legalizes euthanasia for children.

News

Daily Beast Writer Savages Hall & Oates

Scoffs at Hall of Fame induction.

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Wait, SEPTA’s Getting…Better?

Some improvements to look forward to.

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Edna Tuttleman Dies at 92

(The woman with her name on everything.)

News

New Mummers Fancy Brigade Debuting This Year

But they’ll try to be as offensive as the rest.


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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Major Portion of State Fracking Law Struck Down

No more drilling wherever you please.

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Tom Corbett: Literally Unbelievable

Mathis: Is the governor telling the truth about his gay rights conversion?

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Four 2014 Resolutions Philadelphia Must Make

Francis: From education and safety to media and race, Philly’s got to step it up.

WATCH: The Best Holiday Card of the Year (Again)

Ylvis, Daft Punk, and a Grown Man on a Wrecking Ball.

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The Roots Will Play Super Bowl Weekend

With some special guests.

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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.


New Mexico Passes Marriage Equality

Seventeen down 33 to go!

MCW Leads All Rookies in NBA Jersey Sales

Also in fake injuries.

News

PA Gets Big Race to the Top Grant

But will Corbett reject it?!

TONIGHT: Holiday Songs in a Dead Language

William Way’s yuletide Latin Extravaganza and more.

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