Temple history professor David Waldstreicher’s book joined an extensive collection of Benjamin Franklin biographies in 2004. As Franklin’s 300th birthday approached last month, the book attracted more than average media attention. Waldstreicher’s book, Runaway America:
In the historically rich city of Philadelphia, 2006 is quite a big deal. Why, you ask? No, it’s not another Y2K-esque threat and Prince never turned this year into a hit single. It’s the year
Let’s face it. There are three constant truths in your social life: The first being that alcohol is your frequent companion; second being that alcohol costs money; and third being the amount of alcohol you
It’s tough to say much about Match Point that hasn’t already been said. The best approach in this case is to probably just reinforce what has already been said, so here goes: Match Point is
The moment the Electric Factory opened its doors to the Sevendust concert January 28, people seemed very calm and tranquil, not something expected from a crowd at a hard rock show. When the lights went
“She was pretty and she was sweet, but she was stupid,” said Karl Lagerfeld of the late Princess Diana. Smack! Look for Mr. Lagerfeld’s “explosive” new interview in New York magazine. Right now, look for
Get up on stage with Temple Theaters production of On the Razzle as the actors and audience will engage in an intimate theater in the round. “On the Razzle is truly the best of two
In the world of sugary delights, I have a particular affinity for chocolate Tootsie Roll Pops. The blue ones are OK, too, if I’m stranded on a desert island and I have the choice between
Remember the lame guy on that MTV show whose dream it was to get calf implants? Were you inspired to get calf implants of your own? Well, let me tell you a secret. During the
In recent years, the American publishing industry has relied increasingly on “niche marketing.” Publishers release books catering to certain demographics rather than marketing them to the public in general. With the publication of Murder at