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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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Stu Bykofsky’s Philly.com Blog Suspended for the Summer

Daily News columnist said internal rule-breaking — not feud with Al Dia — is the reason.

Here’s How Much $100 Is Worth in Philly

Spoiler: You don’t get much bang for your buck in this city.

Philly Teachers Union Fined Over Campaign Finance Violation

The labor group got slapped for making an excess donation to Helen Gym.

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Running Website Makes $100,000 Challenge to Controversial Marathoner Mike Rossi

They’re convinced he cheated.

Taylor Swift Shares Stage with Transgender Model Andreja Pejic

They “SHUT DOWN the runway” and the “crowd went insane.”

Judy Garland’s Philadelphia History

The late diva performed her final full-length concert in Philly 47 years ago today.


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.


Moment Is Ripe for Criminal Justice Reform

There’s growing, bipartisan recognition that mass incarceration is a massive mistake. Can Philadelphia lead the way?

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Former Ironworkers Boss Sentenced to 19 Years in Prison

Joseph Dougherty had been convicted of leading a campaign of intimidation against non-union work sites.

News

Chaput Received Hate Mail Over Teacher Firing

Archbishop increasingly a lightning rod for hot-button issues.

When a One-Night Stand is Just That

In short, they’re meant to be that way.

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SEPTA Suspends Pope Pass Sales Due to Technical Difficulties

“Most transactions were not completed.” They’ll try again tomorrow.

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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.


One of Us: Seth Williams

Philly’s D.A. finds something nice to say (sort of) about his recent nemesis.

News

SEPTA “Pope Pass” on Sale Now

But there are early problems with the site.

5 Things We Learned About Margaret Cho

She’s always wanted to have sex with Sarah Palin.

The Strings of My Heart

I was 12 years old when my big sister and my mom came to blows over Joni Mitchell. We were watching one of Mitchell’s first […]

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