Patrick Rapa

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Scenes From Saturday’s “No Kings” Protest in Philadelphia

1 week ago | phillymag.com | Patrick Rapa

News Scenes From Saturday’s “No Kings” Protest in Philadelphia Tens of thousands of protestors — and references to Gritty, Rocky, and Steven Singer — gathered on the Parkway, joining a day of nationwide anti-Trump rallies.
Burning SEPTA Buses Have Us Thinking About the Future

3 weeks ago | phillymag.com | Patrick Rapa

News Burning SEPTA Buses Have Us Thinking About the Future About 25 buses are burning at the Midvale depot in Nicetown. Get a compelling long read and must-have lifestyle tips in your inbox every Sunday morning — great with coffee! This morning, let’s just watch the SEPTA buses burning.
Is Philadelphia Heading for a Garbage Strike?

3 weeks ago | phillymag.com | Patrick Rapa

News Philly Today: Are We Heading for a Garbage Strike? Philly’s largest labor union is posting photos of garbage piled up during the 1986 strike as a not-so-subtle warning.
Ex-Penn Prez Talks Regrets With Politico

3 weeks ago | phillymag.com | Patrick Rapa

News Ex-Penn Prez Talks Regrets With Politico "I just didn’t seem like a person." Magill on the moment that ended her tenure — and how the hearing reshaped the politics of higher ed.
Saquon Barkley Makes Madden Cover, Also Speaks at Christian Wealth Conference

3 weeks ago | phillymag.com | Patrick Rapa

News Saquon Barkley Makes Madden Cover, Also Speaks at Christian Wealth Conference for Some Reason The Eagles star popped in for a quick Q&A at a wealth seminar that promises "kingdom impact." Get a compelling long read and must-have lifestyle tips in your inbox every Sunday morning — great with coffee! Saquon Barkley is the first Eagle on the cover of Madden since Donovan McNabb in 2006. / Photograph via philadelphiaeagles.com Check phillymag.com each morning Monday through Thursday for the...
Philly YA Author Adam Cesare on Turning 'Clown in a Cornfield' Into a Slasher Hit

1 month ago | phillymag.com | Patrick Rapa

Q&A Philly YA Horror Author Adam Cesare on Turning Clown in a Cornfield Into a Slasher Hit The Philly-based author talks about the adaptation of his hit novel, the true terror of teaching, and how Clive Barker saved his career.
The Best Philadelphia-Area Bookstores

2 months ago | phillymag.com | Patrick Rapa

The Best Philadelphia-Area Bookstores for When You Need a Really Good Read Love the smell of a dusty old tome? Looking for a page-turning best seller? Check out these new, used and independent shops. Get our weekly picks of what to do this weekend and the latest on Philly's arts and entertainment scene.
Lucy Dacus brings star power to her tour kickoff at The Met Philly

2 months ago | xpn.org | Patrick Rapa

Lucy Dacus | photo by Paige Walter for WXPNConcert ReviewsThe indie singer-songwriter fave ran the show and commanded the crowd, not just with singing and songwriting chops, but with a personal, humble approach to showmanship. In a haze of smoke and a blaze floodlights, Lucy Dacus walked out to the microphone at center stage to a frenzy of applause. For real, it was impressively, decidedly electric in The Met Wednesday night. All who could stand were standing.
Polling the Polls: Who’s Predicting Greatness for the Phillies This Season, and Who Is Wrong and Stupid?

Mar 27, 2025 | phillymag.com | Patrick Rapa

News Polling the Polls: Who’s Predicting Greatness for the Phillies This Season, and Who Is Wrong and Stupid? Go Phils! We check in on projections around the league for Opening Day. Plus, the Flyers fire their head coach, the Portal is back, and a poodle is missing.
A Conshy Company Wants You to Sleep Your Way Across the USA

Mar 26, 2025 | phillymag.com | Patrick Rapa

News A Conshy Company Wants You to Sleep Your Way Across the USA It sounds like a cool idea. It also sounds a little bit horny. Plus, more on the ill-fated Portal saga.