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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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How Frank Rizzo Helped the Beatles Play Philly

It was 50 years ago today the Fab Four came to Philly to play.

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NYT: Camden Is Reviving Under New Police Force

Now the city is only mostly terrifying instead of completely so.

News

Trump Wants Praise for Getting Out of A.C.

As thousands of people are losing their jobs.

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Did You Click on the Leaked Celebrity Nudes?

Weymouth: Four simple rules to determine whose boobs you’re allowed to look at.

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SEPTA to Announce “Change” to Market East

Is it a name change?

Romeo and Juliet Goes Gay

More on Tribe of Fools’ Two Street.


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

Report: Probe Discovered Explicit Emails in AG’s Office

Court won’t let public see who used government email to send naughty pics.

Revel Casino Hotel, now called TEN
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Revel Emptied by Fire Alarm Five Hours Before Closing

The casino couldn’t close without a final dose of drama.

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Kane’s Office the Target of Leak Probe

Was secret info leaked in revenge for criticism?

Tom Wolf: Perfect Stranger

In 1957, Tom Wolf and his father attended a baseball game at Connie Mack Stadium. Wolf’s team, the Phillies, faced the St. Louis Cardinals, including […]

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Wanted: Better Philly Republicans

Mathis: Chaka Fattah should have a GOP opponent with more than $500 in the bank.

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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.


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Four Phillies Pitchers Combine for No-Hitter

Hamels, Diekman, Giles, and Papelbon tossed it.

What the Gays Did on Instagram This Week

Celebrating fierce trios as we head into the three-day weekend.

Why Am I Paying $110,000 a Year in College Tuition?

There are some jobs I would love to have. Professional baseball player. Writer for Saturday Night Live. U.S. Congressman. With the exception of baseball (I’m […]

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The Phillymag.com Pop Quiz

Special Labor Day/back-to-school/racist, sexist bigot edition! Hurry on in!

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