1) His name was originally Michael, not Martin. His father was also Michael King, hence why Martin Luther King Jr. was originally named Michael King Jr. However, after a trip to Germany in 1931, Michael King Sr. changed his own name in homage to historic German theologian Martin Luther. Michael King Jr. was two years … Read more
There’s plenty of evidence out there to confirm the old adage that a happy worker is a productive worker. In a striking example from a 2012 study, American companies that made a list of the 100 best places to work generated between 2.3% and 3.8% higher stock returns, compared to competitors, between 1984 and 2011. … Read more
Tattoos are traditionally associated with “outlaw” cultures — bikers, gangs, punks, ex-cons, and sex workers. (Can you count how many tattoos you’ve seen in a porn movie lately?) But the 90’s saw tattooing move into the mainstream in a big way. Since then, everyone has been expecting a tattoo backlash. And indeed, laser removal clinics … Read more
Doing Crossfit is a giveaway that you are a huge douche-bag. You guys want to know how to be able to tell if someone does Crossfit? Don’t worry, they’ll tell you. In fact, they will make sure to tell you within seconds of meeting you, and then they’ll proceed to talk about Crossfit and nothing … Read more
Governor Tom Wolf today announced the Philadelphia Regional Port Authority (PRPA) has developed a shortlist of potential developers for the Southport Marine Terminal Complex at the Port of Philadelphia. This achievement marks a major milestone in the governor’s strategic plan for sustained management, maintenance, and development of the Port of Philadelphia. “This announcement represents a vital … Read more
Today is a big day for both Apple and the wearable tech space. The most anticipated wearable, the Apple Watch, was officially unveiled in Apple Stores with pre-orders opening at 12:01AM PST for purchase. According to Piper Jaffray analyst Gene Munster, watch sales for the April 24 delivery date sold out within the first 10 … Read more
America’s finest museum of medical history, right here in Philly, the Mütter displays its beautifully preserved collections of anatomical specimens, models, and medical instruments in a 19th century “cabinet museum” setting. The goal of the Museum is to help the public understand the mysteries and beauty of the human body while appreciating the history of … Read more
For eighteen years, Ben Franklin, the great American inventor, diplomat, and signer of the Declaration of Independence, was a tenant in a beautiful four story Georgian house at 36 Craven Street in London, mere blocks from the River Thames. As ambassador from the colonies, he entertained, lived, and even allowed other intellectuals of the time … Read more
To promote its latest collaboration with Reebok on the soon-to-be-released Pump Question Mid sneaker, VILLA has released an exclusive interview with the man who inspired the shoe, Allen Iverson. The former NBA point guard/shooting guard sits down to chat about style on the court, his relationship with Sixers fans, and more in the video titled … Read more