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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

Nutter Calls On Supreme Court to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage

It was approved today in Dallas.

News

Flyers Trade Hartnell, Teach Us All a Lesson

He’s going to Ohio for R.J. Umberger and a draft pick.

News

Supreme Court Blocks Jersey Sports Betting Hopes

Christie led the legal effort against gambling restrictions.

News

“No Body Talk” Summer Camps Are a Thing

Hingston: Can you get over our obsession with appearances by ignoring them for three months?

Bruce Yelk Stepping Back From Philly Gay Party Promotion

His website nightlifegay.com to go black after 15 years.

News

Kane Releases Sandusky Probe Results

Says Tom Corbett didn’t deliberately delay, but faults “crucial missteps.”


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

PHOTO: The KKK Goes to the Library

The hate group visited Tacony.

News

Feds Meet With SEPTA, Workers to Avoid Strike

Mediation is required, but feds’ recommendations are non-binding.

News

Phillies Introduce Phone Charging Station at CBP

Watch the game while your phone charges!

GALAEI’S Alternative Prom Was Better Than Your Prom

Photos from the 19th annual event.

News

Off Cape May, You’ll Need a Bigger Boat

Great white shark spotted near World War II shipwreck.

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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.


News

Alycia Lane Is a Mommy Now

Gave birth Saturday to a little girl.

News

How the U.S. Can Advance in the World Cup

Nate Silver says our chances are still pretty good.

News

Is QVC Keeping Blockbuster Films Out of PA?

West Chester-based home-shopping network uses up state tax credits meant for film, TV production.

News

With Federal Charges Looming, Christie Visits New Hampshire

How to run a scandal-dogged presidential campaign.

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