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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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14 New Books by Philly Authors to Add to Your TBR List

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Pulse: Chatter: No Reservations

The new hotel that’s following on the heels of the W and coming to Philly. As if we needed further proof that the SSE (Stephen […]

In an effort to answer the Dems’ fund-raising tsunami this election cycle, a feisty conservative group is tapping some local heavyweights for cash.

In an effort to answer the Dems’ fund-raising  tsunami this election cycle, a feisty conservative group is  tapping some local heavyweights for cash. Edwin Starr […]

Pulse: Philadelphicon: The Light Show

A city’s tradition that endures after 50 years. It was as much about the journey as it was the show: dressing up, the train ride […]

Chesapeake Bay, MD

I did feel a slight pang of guilt as the freshening wind shot my sail-kayak through the marina’s mouth and past my paddle-bound wife and […]

Eat your favorite holiday treats without having to unbutton those pants

Eat your favorite holiday treats without having to unbutton those pants Look, it’s the holidays. Nobody in their right mind should be dieting right now. […]

Craving pasta but avoiding starches? Try this squash instead

Cool, fall weather brings with it one of my favorite foods: spaghetti squash. When baked and scraped from its shell, the flesh of this yellow […]


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.


How to Be a Better Philadelphian: Save the Earth

Help save the Earth and get paid for recycling. What could be better? Plant SomethingSince 1974, Philadelphia Green, a program of the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, […]

A few easy ways you can improve the lives of the elderly in Philadelphia.

Donate Your LeftoversReally! Aid For Friends provides needy, isolated shut-ins with free daily home-cooked meals. When you join as a cook, you’ll be given aluminum […]

At 34, an Abington reformer is Harrisburg’s fastest-rising young star. But is there a place for Jimmy Stewart in Pennsylvania’s smoke-filled back rooms?

At 34, an Abington reformer is Harrisburg’s fastest-rising young star. But is there a place for Jimmy Stewart in Pennsylvania’s smoke-filled back rooms? LAST DECEMBER […]

How to Be a Better Philadelphian: Rescue an Animal

Save Whiskers, Adopt a pet, or donate to PAWS Philadelphia. Take Your Pet to Visit SomeonePals for Life’s pet visitation program brings unconditional love, warm […]

Okay, he was highly criticized as mayor, but these days Wilson Goode is highly praised as a minister and moral exemplar. Here’s his guidance on some classic (but questionable) Philly behaviors

Here’s Wilson Goode’s guidance on some classic (but questionable) Philly behaviors. Hey Mr. Mayor: My grandmother, a lifelong Democrat, passed away 14 years ago, and […]

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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.


Two Philadelphians have written a new guide intended to empower our daughters. But with Hillary running for president, are pressed flowers and cootie catchers what girls really need?

MY HUSBAND DOUG and I were watching the marching band perform at our son’s high-school football game when I noticed something. There on the field […]

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Legends: Bernie Parent Has a Secret

After everything he’s been through, why is Bernie Parent so happy?

Supping in public is so passé. Our top picks for A.C.’s most exclusive (read: least visible) tables.

Knife & Fork Inn: This vaunted restaurant’s year-old third floor “wine room,” all handsome hardwood and exposed brick, looks out toward the ocean.Seats: Up to […]

Don’t banish healthy eating to the back burner this Thanksgiving

Don’t banish healthy eating to the back burner this Thanksgiving Pilgrims, Indians, friends, family … Thanksgiving celebrates many things, but what takes center stage in […]

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