Tonight through Saturday, the Boys’ Latin of Philadelphia Charter school will be performing its original show, “PHLash: A Mob Story.” Described as a Greek chorus-style performance, the play will feature words from those affected by flash mobs – from victims to police officers, Occupiers and fellow children. An article on Philly.com described how the students [...]
Been on Facebook recently? Yeah, don’t lie, we know you have. But if you’re among those few and far between diligent students who actually studies (psh), then let The Temple News fill you in on the meme-frenzy that’s filling up our Facebook feeds and making us double over in laughter. Following a growing trend of [...]
Earlier today, Gawker posted a competition for all readers, roommates and resentful ex’s to submit their worst roommate stories in return for a prize. According to the writer, your prize could be a super-tricked out million dollar apartment or a slightly-expensive bottle of booze. Either way, good deal! But, don’t get your twin sheets in [...]
It has arrived! The day you’ve been waiting for is finally here! Oh wait, no, people still misuse they’re/their/there and incorrectly punctuate their sentences. They’re sentences? Whatever. I digress. AP Style has released new T-shirts for sale on its website so you and all your journalism junkies and radio roadies can coordinate at the next [...]
On your daily route to and from class (psh, who are we kidding?), you’re sure to have stumbled upon a giant light tube, strongly resembling a cross between a mosquito light and giant humidifier. If not, stop looking at the sidewalk when you walk. Either way, this giant bug-humidifier is actually neither; it’s an Avenue [...]
Dan Trachtenberg, a 2003 film and media arts alumnus, was recently hired by Universal Studios to direct “Crime of the Century,” a science fiction/action flick not to be confused by a TV movie of the same name about the Lindberg kidnapping, produced in 1996. According to the School of Communications and Theater, this is [...]
With the upcoming election around the corner, College Democrats are hosting a rally in support of Mayor Michael Nutter with former President Bill Clinton as a special guest. The rally will be held in Mitten Hall on Saturday, Oct. 29 at 2:30 p.m., and is open to all students. For more information, all interested are [...]
Today at approximately 3:00 p.m., Brian Dzenis, editor-in-chief of The Temple News, received a phone call from a woman named “Angela Philly,” who offered Mr. Dzenis new insight into the inner goings-on of Temple, Philadelphia and the U.S. Government. Some talking points include: Babies are being scanned and radiated; Temple students are plotting an armed [...]
On Friday, Oct. 7, Temple Theaters posted its final promotional video for the fall musical “Urinetown,” in anticipation of its upcoming opening. The show opens on Friday, Oct. 14 and runs through Oct. 30. Admission ranges from $10-$25, and can be purchased at Tomlinson Theater’s box office on Norris Street between Liacouras walk and 13th [...]
For the first time since signing with the Eagles, former student Jaiquawn Jarrett has been activated for play today for the first time since joining in light of several players inactivity. Brooklyn-native Jarrett has an edge over corner Curtis Marsh, from Utah State, according to coach Andy Reid. The Birds currently lead the game against [...]
