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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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Giants Lineman Wishes LeSean McCoy a Happy Mother’s Day on Twitter

New York Giants defensive lineman Osi Umenyiora must’ve had some spare time on his hands on Sunday. While you were at church or taking your […]

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Jersey Might Ban Tanning for Minors

The New Jersey state Assembly, today, will consider legislation that would make it illegal for minors to use tanning salons. The move comes in wake […]

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Philadelphia Union, Harrah’s Subject to Amusement Tax in Chester?

A new administration in Chester is considering two ordinances that would impose an amusement tax on Philadelphia Union tickets and parking, as well as expenses […]

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My Two Moms

Zach Wahls and his family

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Check Out Obama Camp’s New Positive Ad on Auto Bailouts

President Barack Obama’s re-election campaign has released a new positive television ad in Pennsylvania. The ad focuses on the bailout of the auto industry. It […]

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Romney’s Bullying Hits Close to Home

Such a strange feeling came over me last week when I read about Mitt Romney’s high-school escapade—you know, the one where he and his buddies […]


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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3 Ways to Save Football

In a 1905 article in McClure’s Magazine, investigative reporter Henry Beach Needham, wrote a sensational article detailing the excesses of college athletics. Among them were […]

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Mitt Romney Is Still a Big Bully

Mitt Romney was a high school bully? Big deal. Don’t get me wrong: I hate bullies. But I also know that there are very few […]

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Archbishop Chaput Is Awfully Quiet

Archbishop Charles Chaput could be the last hope for resurrecting a city that has lost its Catholic faith. But for a guy promoting a book, the Archbishop […]

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Morning Scoop: Jay-Z and Mayor Nutter to Announce Philly Labor Day Music Festival

Jay-Z and Mayor Nutter Set for Festival Announcement. Mayor Nutter will be alongside one of the world’s most successful rappers on the Art Museum steps […]

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New Jersey’s Secret Question Problem

Thank you to the New Jersey Department of Education. They have put to rest once and for all the popular classroom pronouncement that “there is […]

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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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Learning to Accept the Man Purse

I really wished I’d had my man purse with me the night I met Darren Daulton. (How often does a guy get to say that?) […]

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North Philly Cousins Plead Guilty to Shooting Up SEPTA Bus

Two cousins pleaded guilty today to littering a SEPTA bus with gunfire from a rifle and a semiautomatic handgun last June. A video of the […]

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New Job for Inky, DN Publisher Greg Osberg [UPDATED]

We’re hearing there may soon be an announcement about the future of Philadelphia Media Network publisher Greg Osberg. There has been speculation about whether Osberg […]

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Eagles Hold Open Audtions for National Anthem Singers

If you don’t already have plans for Saturday morning, head down to South Philly and sing for strangers. This weekend, the Eagles will hold open […]

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