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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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Inside the Making of a Philly Bomb

On May 13, 1985 at 5:20 p.m., a blue and white Pennsylvania State Police helicopter took off from the command post’s flight pad at 63rd […]

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Chris Christie Press Conference on Tax Cut Compromise Canceled

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie updated his afternoon schedule to include a 3 p.m. press conference. New Jersey state Senate President Stephen Sweeney was expected […]

Ron Paul Scales Back Presidential Campaign

Ron Paul has announced that he’ll continue to battle Mitt Romney at state conventions, but will no longer spend money campaigning for state primaries. Paul—in […]

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Hey, PA and NJ, Stop Giving Personal Information to Shady People on the Internet

Jersey and Pennsylvania ranked sixth and seventh respectively among the top 10 states of complainants of Internet scams according to a a study conducted by […]

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Should the Phils Swap Blanton for Youkilis?

The Phillies offensive this season struggles are well documented. And, with Howard out, Thome on the DL, and Polanco past his physical prime, the Phillies […]

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Arrest Likely as Funeral Held for Jersey Radio Host

A funeral was held today for April Kauffman—the 47-year-old New Jersey radio host who died from multiple gunshot wounds last week. Kauffman was known as […]


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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Archdiocesan Lawyer Says He Was Lied to About List of Abusers

Today, former director of legal services for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia Timothy Coyne took the stand in the trial of Monsignor William Lynn. Coyne told […]

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Second State of Emergency Declared in Colwyn

On April 24th, it’s alleged that a police officer in Colwyn, Delaware County used a Taser on a handcuffed teen in police custody. Following this […]

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Celeb Scoop: Will Smith Supports Obama’s Stance on Gay Marriage

Will Smith Supports Obama’s Stance. Overbrook’s Will Smith has announced that he supports President Barack Obama’s support of marriage equality. [Huffington Post] 30 Rock Officially […]

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Wilt Chamberlain and Elgin Baylor Held Court in the Summer of ’57

ESPN’s lofty Internet experiment Grantland has a detailed piece chronicling pick-up basketball games in Washington D.C. during the summer of 1957. That year, Wilt Chamberlain […]

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Is Obama the First Gay President?

Andrew Sullivan hails the commander-in-chief

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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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Arlen Specter Says Cannibals Are Devouring Senators

Arlen Specter was recently on MSNBC’s Melissa Harris-Perry to plug his new book and express concern that cannibals are devouring Senators. His comments follow Indiana […]

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Philly Tip From Scott Barnes

Find out where he likes to kick back

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Should the GOP Reconsider Gay Marriage?

A top Republican pollster sure thinks so

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?uestlove Has Seen the Made in America Lineup, Says It’s Awesome

As Jay-Z and Mayor Nutter were about to announce details concerning the Made in America music festival set for the Parkway this Labor Day weekend, […]

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