Report: Youth homelessness in Philadelphia has doubled
The number of homeless youth in Philadelphia more than doubled between 2009 and 2011, according to a People’s Emergency Center study on youth homelessness.
Hard drugs offering hope in mental health crises?
Magic mushrooms for depression, acid for alcoholism, ecstasy for trauma – leading drug scientist prescribes the way ahead.
Study: Sun tanning may be kind of good for you
Soaking up the sun is one the most relaxing summertime activities.
Study: Women more attracted to men with guitars
Fellas, if you’re trying to impress a girl consider picking up a guitar. It turns out ladies love a guy with a guitar.
Tie on that apron, kids: Drexel University study says teens who have jobs are more likely to succeed
According to a study published by Drexel University’s Center for Labor Markets and Policy, teens who spend some time bagging groceries or syphoning fries into happy meals have a larger shot at success throughout their career.
Study shows teens should get jobs while in high school
According to a study published by Drexel University’s Center for Labor Markets and Policy, teens who spend some time bagging groceries or cyphoning fries into happy meals have a larger shot at success throughout their career.
Philadelphia has generated $1.6 million from smokeless tobacco tax
City Controller Alan Butkovitz found Philadelphia has generated $1.6 million in smokeless tobacco tax revenue since 2010 and nearly $700,000 in 2013 so far.
Making summer matter
Jamie Bilella, president of the North American Association of Summer Sessions — and dean at Montclair State University — says that while beating the heat, students of all types can benefit from summer classes that will round out their schedule and help them achieve their educational goals.
Study: SEPTA is broke
SEPTA won’t be able to sustain its level of service without more capital funding, jeopardizing nearly 25,000 jobs and $96 million in tax revenue.
Plate size matters in kids’ health: Temple study
A Temple University study suggests kids are at greater risk of being overweight if they use adult-size dishware.