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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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Goodbye, Disco Queen

A tribute to Donna Summer

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What Was the Worst TV Show This Season?

With the announcements from television networks about their upcoming seasons, it is the official end to the 2011-2012 TV season. And thank the baby Jesus […]

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Here’s Your Next Jersey Shore House

Very soon the Atlantic City Expressway and Garden State Parkway will be jammed with Philadelphians fleeing to the Atlantic. And although most SPF-toting, beach-bound people […]

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Don’t Touch Mayor Nutter’s Playlist

Don’t Touch Mayor Nutter’s Playlist. Today, the Daily News has a feature on Mayor Nutter’s current and former personal assistants. The piece is full of […]

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You’re Never Too Old for Video Games

I am 37 years old. I do not live with my parents. I have health insurance, a master’s degree and only occasionally eat cereal for […]

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I Can’t Wait for Sequel to Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog

“Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog” holds a special place in my heart, and not just because of its pitch-perfect take on the lighter side of evil […]


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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Penn and Temple Listed as Two Most Dangerous Colleges

A new slideshow on Elite Daily lists Penn and Temple as the two most dangerous colleges to go to. The list features some daunting crime […]

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Hunter Pence Loves You Even Though You Booed Him

Hunter Pence was booed after booting a ball in South Philly earlier this week. Today, he was on WIP with Angelo Cataldi to promote the […]

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Jim Kenney Wants Inmates to Clean Philly

Councilman Jim Kenney wants to set up a program through which non-violent offenders can volunteer for positions earning about $10/hour that will have them vetted […]

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NJ Weedman Retrial Postponed Until September

Ed Forchion—better known as NJ Weedman—had originally asked for a speedy retrial after a jury deadlocked at 7-5 when he was originally tried on marijuana […]

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Alleged Panty Thief Caught With Upskirt Camera at KOP

Back in January a Montgomery County woman called police after she realized that someone had burglarized her home. Someone had allegedly broken into her home, […]

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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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Luckily for America, This Shirtless Sixers Fan Made it on TNT Last Night

In case you missed it, last night, as the Sixers were being slaughtered by the visiting Boston Celtics in South Philly, TNT was nice enough […]

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City Council Cans Proposal for Phoned-In PPA Protests

City Council—while considering proposals from Councilman Bill Green on new methods for citizens to protest parking violations—has asked that telephonic hearings be removed from the […]

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PECO Announces Over $1 Million Worth of Tree Pruning in Philly, Delco

Between the end of May and early September PECO Energy Co. will spend $1.2 million to prune trees along 185 miles of aerial wires in […]

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Prosecution Rests in Trial of Monsignor Lynn

Before the prosecution finished presenting its case in the trial of Monsignor William Lynn, jurors were handed the folder found locked in a safe in […]

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