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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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Newt Gingrich’s Bromance Money

Philadelphia does not hold the monopoly on pay-to-play. Casino mogul Sheldon Adelson is making even former governor and mayor Ed Rendell’s biggest donors look like […]

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Your Grandchildren Might Hate Facebook and Twitter

Last week, I took my closest friend Amy out to dinner for her birthday. As we settled into a table at a lovely Italian restaurant, […]

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Mitt Romney Is Rich. Rich Is Good.

So the news is out. Mitt Romney’s rich. He made more than $20 million in each of the past two years. His effective tax rate […]

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eBay Will Not Allow JoePa Service Ticket Auctions

I spoke with an eBay representative who told me that the tickets had been removed because the seller had violated eBay rules. The website dictates […]

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Christie Wants Gay Marriage Amendment on November Ballot

Today, Governor Christie held a press conference in Bridgewater to announce that he wants gay marriage to be a proposed constitutional amendment on November’s presidential […]

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What If You Found Out Romney Voted for Obama in ’08?

To say the Republican presidential primary has become interesting would be a gross understatement. With three different winners in the first three contests—an unprecedented situation—everyone […]


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.


Polo in Philadelphia: Work to Ride Proves the Game’s Not Just for Ivy League

        The ball kicks loose from a scrum near the center of the field, and Diego Nuñez, a history and literature major […]

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Pimp and Prostitutes Arrested at Bethlehem Sands

Over the weekend, police arrested a 50-year-old man and five women ages 24-50 at the Sands Casino in Bethlehem. An undercover operation netted the arrests […]

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Scott Hartnell an All-Star After All?

Chicago’s Jonathan Toews will miss the NHL All-Star game due to injury and it appears that Philadelphia Flyer Scott Hartnell will take his place. Hartnell […]

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Michelle Obama Invites Chester Upland Teacher to State of the Union

First Lady Michelle Obama has invited Sara Ferguson to be her guest at the State of the Union address tonight. Ferguson has taught at Columbus […]

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JoePa Memorial Service Tix on eBay

Penn State announced that it will hold a memorial service for Joe Paterno at the Bryce Jordan Center on Thursday. The basketball arena and concert […]

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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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Heather Graham Plays a Lesbian

Cherry explores the fetish world

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Chris Christie’s Gay Nomination

Bruce Harris makes history

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Occupy Philly Is Doing Some Good

I didn’t understand the Occupy Philly movement. This doesn’t mean that I misunderstood what their problems were. Wholly, the Occupy movements across the country were […]

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AIDS Protesters in Hershey Today

Anger over refusal of HIV+ student

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