PW Run Down

Remember all that talk about “mandates?” Well, if Wendy Lee's story is any indication, Obama’s got it in the bag.

As for Mayor Nutter's mandate, that seems to have gone away, but perhaps we're being a little too hard on our beleaguered leader.

iPhone journalism? Deals through Facebook? Oh, the humanity… the future is us.

We’re a little weary of the charge that Thai restaurants don’t give Westerners spicy food even when they ask, but at least Thai Chef & Noodle doesn’t seem to fall prey to that charge (even if their Pad Thai sucks). Other local chefs and foodies share their resolutions for the new year.

And check out the week's highlights, and the Eds’ favorites, and don't forget the music, stage, and movie p/reviews…