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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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WATCH: Mike Schmidt Bumped on All-Time Home Runs List

Albert Pujols knocked him to 16th all-time after a 3-HR day.

News

2008’s World Series Champs Helped Prepare SEPTA for Pope

SEPTA is trying to apply lessons from past transit debacles. Will it help?

News

L&I Buys Fake News Articles to Improve Image

$15,000 for three advertorials on Philly.com.

News

Police Made 68 Drug Arrests in One Neighborhood in Two Days

War on Drugs alive and well in Philly last week.

News

Huge Tractor Trailer Overturns, Spills Load on Turnpike

It was carrying glue and tea.

Op-Ed in The Advocate Addresses Racial Inequality in Philly

We asked the VP of Philly Black Pride to weigh in.


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.


News

Morey’s Pier in Wildwood Hit By Thieves and Vandals

Smile for the camera, dummies.

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Operator Pleads Guilty in Salvation Army Collapse

Prosecutors will recommend sentence of 10 to 20 years in prison.

New Book on Barbara Gittings Released

Barbara Gittings: Gay Pioneer is the first full biography of the well-known lesbian activist.

VIDEO: Miss Piggy Sings Rihanna’s “B*tch Better Have My Money”

Yes, there’s even some pig-on-frog violence towards poor Kermit

Why It Takes So Long for City Streets to Get Fixed

Nine agencies are responsible, and that’s not counting the utilities.

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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.


News

Governor’s Paycheck Goes to Charity

Tom Wolf doesn’t take pay from the state. Here’s where the money goes instead.

News

Hackers Threaten to Expose Online Affairs

Thousands of Philadelphians reportedly signed up at AshleyMadison.com.

Adam Joseph to Speak at US Navy’s Observance of Pride Month

He’ll share his thoughts on Equal Employment Opportunity.

News

Penn State Senior Killed in Fall from Balcony

Lauren Bajorek had been studying abroad in Seville, Spain.

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