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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!”

Latest Stories

Philly Man Comes Out (Again) on Huffington Post

Josh Schonewolf shares his “I’m Gay!” moment.

Super Bowl Media Day Guide Says “Thank You” to Fired Bridgegate Staffer

Whoops.

Being White in American Theater

In his latest book, Philly author Warren Hoffman discusses race and the Broadway musical.

News

WATCH: McGinty Releases First Ad of the 2014 Governor’s Race

Everyone, spot the Philly accent!

Man Crashes Into Crown Fried Chicken, Then Strips

And what happens next is most unfortunate.

News

It’s Snowing in Philadelphia Again*

*Philadelphia, Mississippi that is.


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.


Philly Native Starts Lesbian Dating App

For you ladies looking for a Wing Ma’am.

Opponent Nearly Hits Head on Backboard While Dunking on the Sixers

Today’s friendly lunchtime GIF.

News

It’s Time to Tear Down the Boyd

Poll: What do you think?

News

Grover Norquist Sets His Sights on Pennsylvania

Uh-oh.

News

Crazy Photo: Somebody Walked Across the Schuylkill

And lived.

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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

Princeton Raises Tuition to…a Lot of Money

Still way less than Penn.

Time Running Out to Nominate DVLF HERO

Who’s made a difference in the LGBT community this year?

News

5 Qs: The Changing Face of Hunger in Philly

Philabundance’s George Matysik: “We’re seeing an increase in working poor families.”

Kathleen Kane
News

ProTip: Don’t Do Heroin in Pennsylvania

A.G. warns of a deadly batch.

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