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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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A.C. Casino Revenues Expected to Plummet. Again.

It’s not just the Revel. And it’s not just because gambler Don Johnson has cleaned up at every casino in town. And it’s not even […]

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Is Tom Corbett Less Popular Than Rick Santorum?

In Pennsylvania, Rick Santorum reigns supreme as the top once-successful-politician-who-made-the-electorate-hate-him-passionately. It’s a rare and exclusive category, but another big name may be joining him on […]

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Comcast’s David Cohen Meets With Gun Violence Task Force

The Hill reports that David L. Cohen, Comcast’s executive vice president, is meeting today with Joe Biden’s gun violence task force. Also expected at the […]

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Why Bucks Girl Really Got Banned From CYO Football

Caroline Pla from Bucks County is the catalyst for what is quickly becoming a national cause celebre, and she’s handling the spotlight impressively. Poised and […]

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Tom Cruise for President!

Lawrence Wright, a widely respected reporter whose most famous book is about religious fanatics trying to kill us all, is out with a new book […]

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This Flu Outbreak Is A Devastating Plague That Will Bring About the Zombie Apocalypse

Have you had your flu shot yet? If not: Prepare to suffer. Influenza is out to get you this year: Boston on Wednesday declared a […]


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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Justice Punished For Leak of Traffic Court Exposé

Now this is how we do it in Philadelphia! You may remember a few months back, a private report documenting widespread corruption and ticket-fixing was […]

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New TV Bra Whisperers Have Spidey Sense for Breast Size

Honey Boo Boo and the Amish Mafia better watch their backs: There’s some new trash-TV icons arriving this week. This week, the Lifetime network—known for […]

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Pierre Robert: Forget Led Zeppelin, We Need a Flock of Seagulls Reunion

A lot of people were excited when David Bowie announced his first album in a decade. So I asked Pierre Robert, WMMR’s veteran rock-and-roll DJ […]

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Fourth of July Jam Will Be Broadcast on VH1 This Year

The history of Philadelphia: international powerhouse to national powerhouse to semi-provincial big city with grit and potential. (That’s where we are now.) Maybe bringing the […]

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Baseball Hall of Fame Elects…Nobody!

A lethal combination of mediocrity and steroid-tainted candidacies has produced a once-in-a-generation-event: nobody was elected to Cooperstown this year. Coming closest to the 75% vote […]

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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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Chris Christie Releases His Very Own Hurricane Sandy Music Video

It was silly of New Jersey Senate President Steven Sweeney to claim that Chris Christie “prayed” for Sandy for political reasons. But Christie (AKA “The […]

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Rick Santorum’s Quest for Relevance Marches On

Last month: publicly lobbying for the U.S. not to join a treaty that protects disabled people. This month: trying to kill Chuck Hagel’s nomination for […]

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Wine Created for Marriage Equality

Oh goodness, another excuse to drink!

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Birds Coaching Update: Nolan Interviewed, Pettine’s Out, Gruden’s Iffy

From our friends at Birds 24/7: Atlanta Defensive Coordinator Mike Nolan has been interviewed by the Eagles, Doylestown native Mike Pettine is heading to the […]

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