Report: Stops of minorities less effective than stops of white New Yorkers
A report from the Public Advocate found that stops of African-Americans were barely half as likely to produce a weapon as those of white New Yorkers.
Hard to count, the faces of Philly’s homeless youth are often hidden
Advocates say the number of homeless youth in Philadelphia has increased and service providers have no way of accurately assessing the scope of the problem.
Neanderthals: Smarter than us?
Sophisticated paintings indicate that Neanderthals could have matched human intelligence, analysts claim.
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.