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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

Guides

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

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Crazy Surge in Center City’s Outdoor Seating

There were zero outdoor cafés in 1995. Now there are 412 businesses with outdoor seating.

Tate-Brown Family Files Federal Class-Action Lawsuit

The 26-year-old was shot and killed by police during a traffic stop last year.

News

Thanks, But I Don’t Need the Pope to Forgive My Abortion

Hingston: Are we really still waiting for men’s approval?

Secret Service Releases Official Pope Security Map

Huge chunk of Parkway open only to ticket-holders. Visitors in the “Francis Festival” zone to enter through 16 checkpoints.

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News

Why Is Brian Tierney Getting a Big Journalism Award?

And why is there no mention of the Inquirer’s bankruptcy under his leadership?

New Pew Poll Shows Catholics Widely Divided On Issues of Sexuality

44% surveyed said homosexuality is a sin, while 39% said it is not.


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.


Businesses Say Mayor Nutter Is Ignoring Their Papal Visit Pleas

The asterisk? The survey was done by headline-hunting Alan Butkovitz, one of Nutter’s biggest critics.

News

Are Pa. Judges Refusing to Do Same-Sex Marriages?

Do we have a quiet Kim Davis problem on our hands?

One of Us: Jim Beasley Jr.

The (literally) high-flying attorney talks the A.C. air show and Taylor Swift.

News

Rendell: Kane Should Take Leave from AG’s Office

But she shouldn’t have to resign, he says.

News

Merging Daily News, Inquirer Newsrooms Would Be Dumb

Former DN city editor: The papers have completely different missions.

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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.


Opera Philadelphia Has Found Its Queer Beard

The Bearded Ladies have never had a conventional approach to things. Neither has Opera Philadelphia.

News

Black Lives Matter Activists Drown Out Charles Ramsey

The protesters disrupted a speech by the police commissioner to demand justice for Brandon-Tate Brown.

News

Chaput Slams Trump on Immigration

Says candidate’s plan “plays on our worst fears and resentments.”

News

Chaput Praises Pope’s Abortion Stance

“This action in no way diminishes the moral gravity of abortion.”

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