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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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Pulse: Previews: Mo’ Better Blues

Confronted with the spanking new, über-chic Quarter at the Tropicana, which itself piled atop the birth of the Borgata a few years back, stale Atlantic […]

Pulse: Previews: Emmylou + Elvis

Despite two dozen-plus records and more than three decades as an incomparably alluring stage presence, Emmylou Harris leaves her most indelible mark as our greatest […]

Pulse Style: Lowdown: Winter Beauty Survival Guide

For NailsCitrus Salon & Day Spa1201 Dekalb Pike, Blue Bell; 610-277-4247The Lushly Pedicure ($75) at this 10-month-old beauty mecca is pure decadence: 90 minutes of […]

Pulse: City Life: Death & Taxes

The trial of Benjamin Franklin began with a knock at the door. He had just finished supper with his wife of 41 years and was […]

Pulse: Q&A: Spandex Redux

Aging glam-rock warriors Cinderella will headline VH1’s Rock Never Stops tour, with Ratt, Firehouse and Quiet Riot. (See them at Trump Taj Mahal July 29th.) […]

Pulse Style: Ragas Report: Test Drive: The Micro Touch Trimmer

WHAT: A hair remover for men. HOW IT WORKS: It’s as simple as it seems on the late-night commercials.  You throw in a triple-A battery, […]


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.


Pulse: Icons: 10 Things You Should Know About Your Lifeguard

From the time Commodore Wilbert Longfellow set out to “waterproof America” by establishing the Red Cross lifesaving program in 1914 (he’d covered the waterfront for […]

Pulse Style: Consumed: Wheel Time

The wheels started turning for Francesco Martorella 35 years ago, on a summer visit to his dad’s hometown in Italy, when he was just a […]

Pulse: Power: What Was Your Worst Summer Job?

“In 1979, I was a nightclub comic, working till 2 a.m., and would scrape paint off school walls during the day. The fumes were toxic, […]

Pulse Style: Ragas Report: What’s in Store

The newest addition to Philly’s home-decor scene is Metro Living, the second storefront from Urban Decor owners John Lloyd and Ed Williams, featuring a unique […]

Pulse Style: Ragas Report: Shop Talk: bSHEHU

Pluck bSHEHU from Philly’s burgeoning 13th Street district, and you could plop it down in any of the world’s most fashion-forward neighborhoods. NoLita? Definitely. Le […]

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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.


Pulse: Affairs: Forced Labor

Being a city contractor is hard work. You have to spend hours on RFQs and RFPs. You have to hire the right lawyers. And under […]

Our most comprehensive survey of local health care — hundreds of the best doctors and hospitals in the region

CLICK HERE TO SEARCH OUR CURRENT TOP DOCTORS LIST! Our most comprehensive survey of local health care ever, with hundreds of the best doctors in […]

With Philly’s area Kickball teams, fitness can be fun

Finding a way to escape the treadmill and get your cardio kicks outside just got a whole lot easier. Registration is now open for Philadelphia-area […]

Luke Sirinides tees up the 25 best local instructors

Harry HammondPenn Oaks Golf Club, 150 Penn Oaks Drive, West Chester, 610-399-8898, pennoaksgolfclub.comYears Teaching: 44. Backswing: 68 years old.Started caddying at Kennett Square Country Club […]

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