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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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News

Drunk Man Punches Lifeguards Who Saved Him

“He was clearly under the influence.”

PHOTOS: The Legendary Crystal Ball

A showcase of Philly’s house/ballroom communities.

News

Phillies Pitcher Hits 101 MPH on Radar Gun

Phils prospect could be closer of the future.

Construction Theme Park is Open in Jersey

Diggerland USA finally arrives.

News

Do You Miss White Bread, Too?

Hingston: The staff of life was banished by science. Maybe science can bring it back.

News

Cockfighting Ring Busted in Kensington

18 live roosters are seized.


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.


Square One Coffee Opens in the Gayborhood

Photos of the new cafe in the John C. Anderson Apt. building.

News

VIDEO: Man Punched at Trolley Stop

Random attack revives fears of “knockout game.”

News

My Son Is Getting a Great Education in Philly Public Schools

Mathis: The bad news? There’s still a much bigger battle to be fought.

News

John du Pont Stamp Could Sell for $20 Million at Auction

Millionaire murderer was also a stamp collector.

News

Chris Christie to Donors: “You’ll Get Over” Bridge Scandal

The Jersey governor works his charms at GOP gathering.

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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

Philly Archdiocese Sponsoring “March for Marriage” in D.C.

Archbishop Chaput urges parishioners to join bus fleet for national rally.

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News

The Not-Quite SEPTA Strike: What They’re Saying

Workers had barely walked out before President Obama ordered them back.

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Obama Orders SEPTA Strikers Back to Work

All Regional Rail lines will be operational on Sunday.

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News

UPDATE: SEPTA Regional Rail Is on Strike

Contingency plans have kicked in.

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