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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.


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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!”

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Madison Holleran’s Father: “She had lost confidence”

New details about Penn student’s death.

News

Why You Should Watch HBO’s “Looking”

Shister: Come for the gay sex, stay for the characters

The Average Price of a Super Bowl Ticket Is…

…Way more than you can afford.

News

WATCH: That Other Time Christie Got in Trouble

A ‘defamatory’ 1994 TV spot.

News

Everyone’s Snowfall Predictions are Completely Different

Anywhere from 3 to…16 inches expected.

News

Widener University Student Shot on Campus

Assailant stil at large.


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

Chris Christie’s Inauguration is Less Fun With Scandals

Oh, for the old days when he was going to be the GOP presidential nominee.

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Democrats Already Competing for Green’s Council Seat

More than 20 have expressed interest.

News

Snow Is About to Bury Philadelphia and the Suburbs

After that? Another round of blinding cold.

News

Are You a Candidate for Minimally Invasive Joint Replacement?

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Why MLK Day Should Be a Day of Atonement, Not a Day of Service

Francis: How organizations like PETA, Nike and McDonald’s have removed the teeth from a true American radical.

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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

Gosselin Twins Go on The View, Are Slightly More Expressive

“OK, I’ll talk. I’m the more talkative one.”

WATCH: First Full Episode of “Looking” Now on YouTube

For those of you without HBO: You’re welcome.

News

Terrell Owens is Returning to Philly—To Be Roasted

Controversial former wideout to generate laughs from Philly’s pain.

News

Why Are We Writing About Madison Holleran? [Updated]

Penn student, a track star, committed suicide on Friday.

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