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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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Opinion

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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Pope Calls for Greater Role for Laity … and Women?

The pope held St. Katharine Drexel up as an example.

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Pope Traffic and Transit for Saturday

Everything you need to know about road closures and SEPTA changes.

The Pope Has Landed

Scenes from Pope Francis’s Saturday morning arrival at PHL.

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Pope Week: He Arrives!

After months of preparation, Pope Francis finally comes to Philadelphia.

Popeadelphia Photos of the Day

Here’s what caught photographer Bradley Maule’s eye on Friday.

Mayor Nutter’s Legacy Is Riding on the Pope Visit — Right?

Maybe not. Odds are, only the afterglow will remain.


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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Philly’s Pets Are Prepared for Pope Francis

Even our critters are getting into the papal spirit.

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If You Thought Yesterday Was Weird in Popeadelphia…

… today was even stranger.

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The Fully Sanctioned Pope In Philly Drinking Game

100% authorized by the Vatican itself. We pinky-swear.

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WATCH: 14 Papal Pilgrims Tell Their Stories

Why are they here? And what message do they want to give to Pope Francis?

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Will Pope Francis Get to See Philly’s Homeless?

One woman says many people she knows have been incarcerated.

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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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Johnny Doc: Two Striking NBC 10 Union Members Hit By Cars

Union says it’s going to the U.S. Attorney and State Attorney General’s office on Monday.

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#Popereads: The Pontiff Goes to the U.N.

He castigates the ravaging of the planet’s resources.

Pope Rainbows Galore in Philadelphia

That God guy sure knows how to make an entrance.

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Holy Price Hike!

Some Philly chains raise their prices this weekend. Welcome, Pope Francis!

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