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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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60 Seconds with Preston & Steve

Click here to listen Hear PRESTON & STEVE weekday mornings on 93.3 WMMR.

Ride SEPTA, Save Money?

Ride SEPTA, Save Money. So says a new report, which says Philly commuters get the 6th-most savings in the country. Now if you just didn’t […]

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Midlife Chic

I’m turning 40 this year. Next week, actually. I’ve dreaded this for years. I mean it’s 40 — a big, scary number for women. It […]

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The McNabb Trade: What I Think

Donovan McNabb finally has been traded, to the Washington Redskins for a second round pick in this year’s draft and a possible third rounder for […]

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Jon Anderson Is Alive and Well and Will Be Flash-Mobbing On South Street Next Week

The man who brought us “Roundabout”, “And You & I”, and “Owner Of A Lonely Heart” comes solo (as in, just him and his guitar) […]

Take our quiz to find out.

At the Bryn Mawr Starbucks, I order my skinny latte:1. On the cell, waiting for a parking spot.2. To go.3. Served in my travel cup. […]


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.


Home editor Lauren McCutcheon is headed to this design gallery’s new suburban outpost.

There’s something about a wrought iron gate. You know, the ornately curlicued kind that swings open as if guided by woodland sprites, or, perhaps, the […]

Top Doctors: Your Questions Answered

Who chooses the Top Doctors? A company called Castle Connolly Medical Ltd., which each year publishes a guide to the nation’s top one percent of […]

What To Do Tonight

Here’s what you need to know about tonight: NPR nerd David Sedaris does funniness at the Grand Opera House in Wilmington, which, in case you […]

Halladay Scorches in Opening Day Debut

The First Opening Day Win Since 2005. The new third baseman hit a grand slam, Ryan Howard hit a two-run homer, and Philadelphia’s hope level […]

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Birthdays Are My Weakness

We had our first-ever birthday party for Blair the other day. Her first real birthday party. At a place. That we paid for. With lots […]

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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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The Philadelphia Chicken Challenge, Continued

Having chickens changes you. Immediately. Last week, before the launch of the 14-Day Chicken Challenge, my family’s quest to raise some rented baby chicks in […]

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If We Could Design Philadelphia’s 311 iPhone App

Yesterday it was revealed that the City of Philadelphia is developing an iPhone application for its 311 non-emergency call system that will allow users to […]

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The Catholic Church Money Grab

As a product of Catholic school, I remember the nuns drilling into our heads a simple but extremely important concept: WWJD — What Would Jesus […]

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My Plan to Save CNN

With CNN’s prime-time ratings going down the crapper, there is only one way for the network to survive. CNN must stop being CNN. In the […]

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