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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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How Boston Fans Survive Living in Philly

It’s a great weekend to be a sports fan in Philly: playoff basketball on one side of the street and interleague baseball on the other […]

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The Barnes Foundation’s Official Dedication

This morning, the fancy new Barnes Foundation on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway was officially dedicated to its founder Albert C. Barnes. The doors opened at […]

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Roy Oswalt Threw a Bullpen Session for the Phillies

Let the circus begin. Roy Oswalt—who is currently unsigned by a Major League team—threw a bullpen session for the Phillies (and one for the Red […]

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Celeb Scoop: Kimmel Cut Off-Color Santorum Joke from WHCD

Kimmel Cut a Santorum Joke at WHCD. Jimmy Kimmel reportedly cut a Rick Santorum joke from his White House Correspondents Dinner gig. The line would […]

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Charlie Manuel, Umpire Each Suspended for One Game

Earlier this week, Charlie Manuel was ejected from a Phillies matinee for taking issue with home plate umpire Bob Davidson because Blue had gotten in […]

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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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Obama Announces $3 Billion Pledge from Private Sector to Fight Hunger in Africa

Barack Obama is set to announce that a $3 billion pledge of private funding will help work toward alleviating hunger in Africa. The private-sector pledge […]

This Is What a Mitt Romney Presidency Would Be Like

Or at least that’s what the Romney campaign wants you to think. Mitt Romney’s first ad for the general election began airing today. It’s called […]

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Mayor Nutter Biked to Work Today

To participate in National Bike to Work Day, Mayor Nutter was the leader of a pack of cyclists that pedaled down the Parkway from Boat […]

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Guessing Game: Made in America Music Lineup

As Philly awaits Monday’s lineup announcement for Jay-Z’s Made in America concert, ?uestlove is apparently involved in a deep personal struggle to restrain from leaking […]

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Yeremiah Bell to Pick Between the Eagles and Jets

It looks like 34-year-old free agent safety Yeremiah Bell has narrowed his suitors down to the Philadelphia Eagles and the New York Jets. Bell—who made […]

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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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Billy Joel Will Have None of Philebrity’s Insults

Billy Joel has sold more than 150 million albums. He’s won six Grammys. And he was once married to one of the world’s most beautiful […]

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Worker Killed in Industrial Accident at Inky Plant in Montco

A worker has been killed in an industrial accident at the Inquirer building in Montgomery County. The man was reportedly trapped under a massive roll […]

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Jane Lynch is the New Rachel Maddow

The comedian fills in for the host

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If Roger Sterling & Steve Jobs Can Take LSD, So Can You

Cannabis has passed the tipping point toward widespread social acceptance (and probable legalization). Even prominent judges in states where marijuana is illegal are coming out […]

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