Philadelphia is a sports hotbed, home to five storied franchises – Phillies, Eagles, Flyers, 76ers and Union. But are five teams really enough for the city’s rabid fanbase? The answer is no. Introducing, The Wings, The Fight, and The Spinners. At one time or another, all of Philadelphia’s major sports teams were new on the […]

Last month’s London Olympics could have been a lot better. Yes, we were riveted by Michael Phelps’ final showcase, as we watched him become the most decorated Olympian of all time. We were dazzled by Gabby Douglas’ golden performance in the gymnastics all-around competition and floored by Aly Raisman’s individual gold in the floor routine.

With 2nd year coach Mike Wilson at the helm, a new era of cross-country competition is dawning at Eastern University. Wilson, a 2010 EU graduate, has high hopes for a program, which to this point, has largely flown under the radar. The current Eastern cross-country program was launched in 2005. Though some quality runners have

The city of Philadelphia Responds

repercussions of Mayor Nutter

two sophomores share

Since 325 A.D., labyrinths have been used by Christian churches. What exactly is a labyrinth? According to Jill Geoffrion’s article titled “Christian Uses of Labyrinths,” labyrinths are a “spiritual tool to draw closer to presence.” Geoffrion states, “Using a labyrinth involves moving one’s body and opening one’s heart to Jesus. All you have to do

The Barnes Foundation, which was established in 1922 to preserve the distinguished art collection of Philadelphia native Dr. Albert Barnes (1872-1951), has a new location in Philadelphia. A controversial and expensive move from Merion, PA to the Benjamin Franklin Parkway has now given greater access to the surprisingly varied and authentic collection of Dr. Barnes.

The Dark Knight Rises