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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!”

Latest Stories

How Did Michael Strange Really Die in Afghanistan?

Charlie Strange in a rest-stop parking lot at dawn, trying not to cry. Charlie somewhere in Maryland, a few hundred feet from I-95, lighting a […]

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2014: the Year of the Nipple

Palan: Why would anybody — male or female — want to show off their nipples?

REVIEW: Diana Ross at the Mann Center

The iconic diva served flamboyant costumes and perfect voice.

News

Lawsuit over Phony Poker Chips Thrown Out

Judge rules in favor of the Borgata.

News

Philly Cigarette Tax Hike: Dead?

House GOP says it’s not on the table.

News

Here’s a Model of What Frank Gehry Wants to Do to the Art Museum Steps

The design is not final.


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

You Shouldn’t Get Too Excited for Today’s World Cup Match

McQuade: C’mon. This is Philly. This is how we prepare for big sporting events.

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Philly Named 6th Best City for Singles

We’re a better place to date than Jersey City!

Temple Grad On Big Brother 16

Cody Calafiore is the No. 1 reason to watch this season.

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Today We Find Out if the Sixers Tank Job Was Worth It

The NBA draft is tonight!

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After Rittenhouse Assault, A Community Meeting

Women fear for their safety, seek defense classes.

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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

Report: Religious Right Leader Working With Comcast

Ralph Reed known for social conservatism, anti-LGBT stands.

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Nutter Denies Ever Fixing a Ticket

Mayor built career on ethics and clean government.

Woman Crush Wednesday

Tammyrae Barr “voices words unspoken,” revealing her seven local lady crushes.

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Schilling Says Cancer in Remission

Pitcher was on the storied 1993 Phillies team.

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