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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 School District Plans to Hire 1,000 Teachers

Officials launched a 12-week, $160,000 hiring campaign.

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After Backlash From City, Temple Pauses Meal-Plan Increase

The university will review its calculation of the soda tax’s impact.

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Sixers Minor League Team to Wear Power Rangers Jerseys

And that’s not even the biggest promotion here.

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Penn, Temple Climb in U.S. News 2018 Grad Program Rankings

Wharton’s full-time MBA program tied with Harvard for number one.

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Are We Really Going to Call the New Gallery “FOP”?

Maybe.

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When (and Where) to Look at Cherry Blossoms This Year

Mark your calendars for peak cherry blossom season.


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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Opinion

Black Politicians Are Going to Have to Earn My Vote

Owens: I’ve given up on “visible representation.”

iHeart Debuts Philly LGBTQ Radio Station

iHeartMedia Philadelphia has launched “Pride Radio Philly,” a digital radio station geared towards local lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer listeners. It’ll be the area’s […]

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Anti-Religious Group Fighting Proposed Villanova Bridge

The saga continues.

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New PPA Director Hires Daughter’s Roommate

Clarena Tolson reportedly doesn’t see a problem.

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Philly Police Union Endorses Rich Negrin for D.A.

Will the former managing director be the establishment’s pick in the D.A.’s race?

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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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Trump’s Hiring Freeze Closes Notable Historical Sites

The Old City sites are managed by the National Parks Service.

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Temple Blames Steep Board Hike on Soda Tax

It’ll reportedly cost the university $400,000 a semester.

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Heaviest Snow Ever?

We put it to the test.

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A Majority of SEPTA Bus Routes Are Suspended

But rail service is working well.

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