City Council Passes Strict Basement Show Regulations
In response to the city’s growing music scene, Philadelphia City Council yesterday passed a new set of rules to legalize and tax basement shows. The law defines the…
America’s Long History of Nonviolent Protest
Last night’s riots in Baltimore have left me—and the rest of America—shocked, disgusted, and ashamed. Anyone who’s been to elementary school knows that the…
Insider: Iran Will Sign Deal with Fingers Crossed
An insider source has told Philadelphia Exquirer that Iran’s president Hassan Rouhani is planning to sign any upcoming nuclear agreement with his fingers crossed behind his back. This…
NRA Applauds Shooting in Ferguson
Following the shooting of two police officers in Ferguson, Missouri yesterday morning, the National Rifle Association’s Chris Cox applauded the gun owners. “The NRA has always supported…
Oscars Mispronunciation Guide Leaked
Here it is, Oscar buffs: the leak you’ve been waiting for! Various entertainment news sources have reported seeing a leaked version of the fabled Mispronunciation Guide for the…
First Day of New PA Assembly Spent on Redecorating
The Pennsylvania General Assembly started off the new year as they always do: redecorating! New legislators were promptly sworn in so that the decorating could begin. State Rep. Jason Ortitay…
SEPTA Releases New Fragrance Line
SEPTA has unveiled a new line of three fragrances for women. The collection includes three perfumes inspired by the scents of Septa: B.O., Urine, and Brown Surprise. They were…
Most Tea Partiers Actually Prefer Coffee
Despite being the name of their cause and a foundational tenet of their beliefs, a new study released by Pew Research Center today reveals that most self-identified members of…
Music Profile: The Sneaky Growth
Music Profile is a series in which we profile local up-and-coming musicians. Local bands Strand of Oaks, Kurt Vile, and Cheers Elephant have been tearing it up in…
Does Islam Have a Peace Problem?
I believe that Islam is on the cusp of a new era, balancing on a spire (or minaret, if you will) between the new and the old. And every citizen…