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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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Eagles Still Incomplete Without McCoy Deal

The tale goes like this: Upon deciding that he would forego his last two seasons at Pitt and make the leap to the NFL, LeSean […]

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Obama on Same-Sex Marriage

Our president makes history

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Gift Tip: Your Mom Doesn’t Want an iPad

I know that Mother’s Day has become a manufactured holiday, but I would be pretty hurt if my family ignored it, i.e., me. As with […]

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Obama’s Gay Marriage Stance Is Meaningless

President Obama has come out in favor of gay marriage. Great. Two questions: So what? And now what? Is the president going to send a […]

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Morning Scoop: Don’t Let Pat Burrell Sleep With Your Wife

Don’t Let Your Girlfriend Get “Burrelled.” The guys from Bird Text—with a little help from that Sarah McLachlan song—would like to remind you that Pat […]

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Stop Making Movies About Dogs

In Darling Companion, opening Friday in Philadelphia, Diane Keaton plays an empty-nester whose life becomes revived when she takes in—and falls in love with—a stray […]


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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Don’t Take the Schuylkill If You’re Heading East

An accident at 3:30 this afternoon has had the eastbound lanes of the Schuylkill Expressway intermittently closed. The closures are causing significant delays. So, if […]

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President Barack Obama Says Gay Marriage Should Be Legal

Today, President Barack Obama told an ABC News reporter that he believes gay marriage should be legal. His statement comes after many pundits called for […]

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Phillies Activate Cliff Lee for Tonight’s Game

Alas, the prodigal son hath returned. The Phils activated Cliff Lee today just in time for him to make a start in South Philly against […]

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Play Ping-Pong Against Hunter Pence

The Phillies right fielder will host “Let’s go Eat: Food & Fun Fest” benefiting Make-A-Wish Philadelphia & Susquehanna Valley, Philabundance, and Phillies Charities, Inc. on […]

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PHS Helps the Parkway Bloom in Tangerine

If you needed a little pick-me-up with the crappy weather we’re having this week, Philadelphia Horticultural Society has your back. Dozens of volunteers working with […]

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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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Guy Accused of Using Bad Checks for $1,500 Worth of Chocolate

Today, you might have woken up and gone to work under the impression that you were a chocoholic. Well, that prospect has been obliterated by […]

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Sandusky’s Lawyer Asks Judge to Delay Trial

Joseph Amendola—the attorney representing Jerry Sandusky—asked a judge today to delay the start of his client’s trial, currently slated to begin on June 5th. Amendola […]

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Rick Santorum on The Tonight Show With Jay Leno

Rick Santorum made an appearance on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno to talk about his endorsement (?) of Mitt Romney, Obamacare, single-parent households, gay […]

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Celeb Scoop: Against Me! Singer Comes Out as Transgender

Against Me! Lead Singer Comes Out as Transgender. Tom Gabel—the lead singer of the punk band Against Me!—has told Rolling Stone that he will begin […]

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