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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!”

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Who and What to See at qFLIX 2014

Top picks at Philly’s new LGBTQ film festival.

News

The Outrage Meter: Gay Bashing, Papelbon, Wawa

Here’s what had people upset.

Brian Sims Organizes Public Rally in Support of Gay-Bashing Victims

And to call attention to PA’s LGBT-lacking hate-crime legislation.

News

Christie on Writer: ‘He’s Not a Journalist’

‘He’s a hack,’ Christie says of David Sirota.

News

Is This the NFL’s Next Commissioner?

Mendte: Time for the league to make a bold move and hire a woman.

News

Anti-Islamic Bus Ads Coming Soon to SEPTA

Here’s a lawsuit SEPTA can’t — and shouldn’t — win.


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

Another Warehouse Fire, Another Tax Delinquent

Listed owner of Kensington property owes over $30,000 citywide in taxes

News

Tina Fey Comments on Jonathan Papelbon’s Crotch Grabbing

‘Not one thing about this story surprises me.’

News

Nelson Diaz Exploring Run for Mayor

He’d be the fourth candidate if he declares.

News

Pa. Trooper Shooting Suspect Added to Most Wanted List

FBI offering a reward for the capture of Eric Frein.

News

DeSean Poses With Chris Brown on Instagram

The one pop star NFL players should avoid.

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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

Panel Recommends L&I Be Split in Two

Report comes after last year’s deadly Salvation Army collapse.

News

It’s the End of the War on Drugs as We Know It

Mathis: After decades of pain, some sanity.

News

Christie: End “Bridgegate” Investigation

Says committee wants to embarrass him, not find truth. Poll shows he has public on his side.

News

(UPDATE) Three Injured in Fire at Kensington Warehouse

Blaze started at 2:30 a.m., continued through early morning hours.

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