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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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Philly Named Second-Best Burger Town

Philly: No longer good for just for cheesesteaks and pretzels. Travel + Leisure released its list of America’s best burger cities and Philadelphia came in […]

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Man Pleads Guilty to Killing His Wife at a Chesco Wawa

James Hvizda has pleaded guilty to stabbing his estranged wife to death in the parking lot of a Chester County Wawa. Kimberly Hvizda had agreed […]

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Donte Johnson Convicted on All Counts for Murder of Sabina Rose

A jury has convicted 20-year-old Donte Johnson on all accounts related to the murder of Sabina Rose O’Donnell in 2010. O’Donnell was biking home from […]

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Jury Deliberates NJ Weedman Case

A jury resumed deliberation today in the case of NJ Weedman. Weedman—whose real name is Ed Forchion—was arrested for marijuana possession with intent to distribute. […]

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Obama Up 14 Points on Romney in Jersey

A new Fairleigh Dickinson PublicMind Poll released today shows that President Barack Obama holds a 14 percent lead over Mitt Romney amongst registered voters in […]

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The Troubling Trend of Gender Reveal Parties

When I read in the New York Times about the trend of so-called “gender reveal parties” thrown by expectant parents, it seemed like one of […]


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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Shane and Tom: It Could Happen to You

An incredible story, a six-year relationship

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Summer Gas Will Cost an Arm and a Leg, But Not Your Firstborn

A new report indicates that the fall in the price of oil will keep summer gas prices just below the all-time record of $3.80 in […]

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Philadelphia University School of Design Brought to You by Skyy Vodka

Maurice Kanbar—a 1952 graduate of Philadelphia University and the man behind Skyy Vodka—has made the largest donation in the school’s history. To thank him for […]

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Jersey Salons Start Banning “Tanorexic” Mom

A slew have tanning salons in the Garden State have decided it’s against their best interests to allow “tanorexic” mom Patricia Krentcil to use their […]

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PA State Senate to Restore Funding With Vote on New Budget

Today, the Pennsylvania Senate will vote on a new budget that would restore many of the funding cuts included in Governor Tom Corbett’s original proposal. […]

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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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No One Needs to Tell Philly the Phanatic’s the Best

“Won’t you save us, Super Phanatic?” The Phillie Phanatic’s birthday party had devolved into chaos. Although the stadium was in its second year, security hadn’t […]

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N.C. Bans Gay Marriage

The meaning of Amendment One

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Philadelphians Get Naked at Korean-Style Spa

Stand on the south side of the intersection of Front Street and Cheltenham Avenue, and you’re in Philadelphia’s Olney neighborhood within blocks of both the […]

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First Harvey Milk Street Named

It’s not where you might expect

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