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What 25 Years of Teaching Our Kids Has Taught America’s Teacher of the Year Leon Smith

After a quarter century at Haverford High, 2026’s National Teacher of the Year Leon Smith shares what he’s learned about connection, critical thinking, and helping young people see what they’re capable of.


News

The Biggest Game in Town: Inside the Eagles Media-Industrial Complex

Opinion

A Center City Kid Remembers the Academy of Natural Sciences Museum

Opinion

Dear AT Frenchies, You Had Us at “Geaux Birds!”

Latest Stories

News

Margaret Cho on Gay Marriage

Why gay men need a wedding registry

AC Among America’s Best Boardwalks

the empire still stands

News

Caylee’s Law Won’t Stop Child Abuse

Parents get away with murder

News

What We Love: Gay Latin Night

Mixto opens Tierra in North Philly

News

What Women Take Personally

Antifeminist theory

News

“Man’s Penis Cut Off, Put Through Garbage Disposal”

And more headlines from the future of journalism


Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

This city has had a love affair with the pitchers, running backs, goalies, and point guards who have called it home. Here, we present our definitive ranking. Let the debates begin.


News

A Real Trans Story

Life lessons about gender identity

News

Google+ on Gender

Net neutrality takes on a new meaning

Golf, lounge, spa, eat and drink away any lingering post-nuptial stress on sun-soaked pink beaches

The balmy winds and pink-sand beaches of Bermuda feel millions of miles from Philadelphia (which is exactly how you want your honeymoon to feel, right?), […]

Morning Scoop: Ackerman’s Contract Perks

Plus: Ice Rink at Dilworth

From lively Cancún to laid-back Playa Del Carmen, Mexico is perfect for a grown-up getaway

Put aside those memories of raucous spring breaks spent south of the border: Mexico is perfect for a grown-up, post-nuptial trip. Cancún, one of the […]

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76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

Sure, Philly gave America democracy. But, from bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

We launched a petition to urge the Mayor and City Council to make May 21st a day to honor the brave former slave who escaped from George Washington — because no one tells Philadelphia to keep the truth to ourselves.


With its private beaches, European culture and über-luxe resorts, this Caribbean island offers you and your groom the post-wedding royal treatment

Will and Kate may have made Seychelles famous after their 10-day honeymoon there, but the Caribbean island of Curaçao has been hosting royalty for years. […]

Plus how to squelch wedding party drama and what to do about guests with food allergies

Q: One of my bridesmaids and one of my fiancé’s groomsmen just ended their long-term, live-in relationship, and our wedding is in two weeks. Is […]

Our Favorite Trends of the Season

From royal-inspired touches to sparkling jeweled accents and wintery shades of soft gray, we’re loving the looks from this cold-weather bridal season — and have […]

Your wedding cake is the sweetest place to put your personal stamp: Fill it with your favorite flavors and decorate it with the things that inspire you

Photography by Trevor Dixon

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