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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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News

Politicians, Competitors Line Up Against Comcast Merger

Comcast Today: The good news for Comcast? Public comment period is over.

News

Why Philly Businesses Will Gladly Pay Millions for the Pope and DNC

Marks: But not Philly public schools.

Traffic on the Ben Franklin Bridge
News

Report: Philly Drivers Among Worst in U.S.

In ranking of 200 cities, we landed at No. 192.

News

Judge: Girard College Can’t Close High School

The Ruling ‘dismayed’ the board.

News

Whoever Has That $21K from Revel Is Getting Away With It

No wrongdoing found in investigation.

News

Taney Dragons Parade Set for Wednesday

Little League team will be celebrated along Market and Broad streets.


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

Robertses May Save Philadelphia Theatre Company

Agreement is contingent on staying in Suzanne Roberts Theatre, which is for sale.

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Penn State Prez Wants “Rewards” for Post-Sandusky Changes

“If you’re doing well, you should be rewarded.”

Man Crush Monday

Billy Cavallo on his five local man crushes.

PA High School Cancels Spamalot Over Gay Themes

Principal claims a gay marriage scene would make families uncomfortable.

Bronson Pinchot Runs Up Debt, Lawsuits in Susquehanna County

Former sitcom star has run into money troubles.

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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

New York Mayor Wants Conditions on Comcast Merger

On the wish list? Better customer service.

DATE NIGHT: Wine Classes at Pinot Boutique

There’s romance in store at this shop in Old city.

News

Paper Employee Fired Over “Chinky Winky”

Asian slurs appeared in last week’s paper.

News

Ruderman Responds to Inquirer Takedown on Facebook

Pulitzer winner says to remain quiet “feels cowardice and wrong.”

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