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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

Swarthmore Punishing Frat for Racy Flyer

School’s sex problems refuses to end.

Show Me Your GAYFACE

Photographer Ashley Kolodner spotlights our pretty gay mugs.

News

Flyers Sex-Fantasy Fan-Fiction: It Exists

Claude Giroux, in the buff.

PHOTO: Tidal Flooding Has Begun Down the Shore

Parts of Ocean City a foot under water.

PHOTO: Walter White in a Phillies Jersey

Bryan Cranston is a fan!

News

It’s Al Sharpton Day in Philly

Spotted in City Council, at Free Library.


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

Marimow Change.org Petition Gets Required Signatures

Black Hawk Down author signed it.

News

VIDEO: Miley + the Roots = The Brady Bunch

Trust us.

News

Showdown: Alan Butkovitz Vs. L&I

Who’s winning the battle? And what’s the controller after?

News

Comcast: Watch TV on Twitter Please

Kabletown doing experiments with social media.

No Date Set on PA Marriage Case

Judge says he needs time to weigh other options.

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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.


America’s Best Cities for Hipsters. Tired of all these goddamn evil hipsters, defined as anyone who has interests or wears glasses*, ruining every aspect of your existence? Then you’ll be pleased to know Philly does not appear on this 20-city list. Which you probably haven't heard of. * Source: Internet comment sections
News

Poll: Congress Now Less Popular than Hipsters

One giant leap for skinny jeans-wearing beanpoles and urban woodsmen.

News

Booker’s Opponent Says “Dead Bodies” Floating In Newark Waters

The “greatest debate” in recent memory?!

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News

Jersey’s Dune Debate Took Too Long

Why was Christie’s executive order necessary to protect the Shore?

LGBT Six-Word Memoir of the Day: Chris Bartlett

William Way Center’s Executive Director tells his mini bio with jazz hands.

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