Philadelphia’s library system joins in on ditching fines for overdue books
Following into the steps of Chicago, and Los Angeles, Philadelphia’s library system has officially joined the movement of ending the policy of charging patrons for past-due materials, also eliminating any existing overdue fines from library cards. The library’s former policy imposed fines of Read More...
Philadelphia soda sales plunge after tax on sugary drinks
Public health advocates in the US have long advised for a tax on sodas as a means to discourage people from indulging in sugary drinks, possibly helping curb obesity, diabetes, and other diet-related conditions. Philadelphia introduced such a tax – 1.5 cents per ounce – in 2017, and now, Read More...