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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

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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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SEPTA Nears Goal of Installing 20th Century Technology to Collect Fares

CBS Philly has an extensive rundown of SEPTA’s plans to use electronic kiosks to distribute tickets for its buses, trolleys and trains. A trial run […]

Lady Gaga Releases Video for ‘Applause’

The latest from Momma Monster.

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How Much Were Gov. Corbett’s Free Barnes Tickets Actually Worth?

NewsWorks has a story about the different ways Pennsylvania public officials account for the free stuff they frequently get. You would’ve paid $5,000 to get […]

Forty Years Later, Are These Philly Favorites Still the Best?

For the 1974 debut of Best of Philly (which was actually the Best and Worst of Philly), the editorial team sought out dozens of worthy […]

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WATCH: 1979 Commercial For KYW 3 News

Not sure whether it’s the Incredible Hulk lookalike, the lightning-engulfed City Hall, or just the general vibe of this commercial, but it really does scream […]

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Here’s Why Obama’s So Weak on Egypt

In his farewell address to America, President Dwight Eisenhower, one of our greatest military minds, warned against the rising influence of a powerful force in […]


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.


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Penn, Drexel Among Nation’s Best Robot Builders

NewsWorks reports that Penn and Drexel are among six semifinalists in DARPA Robotics Challenge. The two will compete in December on an obstacle course in […]

Fetus Found in Bethlehem Pub

NBC 10 reports: Authorities were called to the scene after a fetus was found inside a pub bathroom. The fetus was found in a restroom […]

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Philly ‘Chopped’ Chef Starts New Lesbian Party After Sisters Closes

Because a girl needs options.

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WATCH: Philly Is Ugly

A couple of weeks ago, we brought you the trailer for Philly Is Ugly, Philadelphia photographer Nathaniel Dodson’s time-lapse film of the local cityscape. Well, now […]

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School Crisis: Not Just a Problem for Parents

In Sunday’s Inquirer, Brian Hackford, a 41-year-old Philly father of three says that he is divorcing the city, citing irreconcilable differences over public education. Hackford, […]

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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.


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Chris Christie Roundup: Guns, Pot Brownies, and Gay Conversion Therapy

Friday evening was big for Chris Christie. (More on the significance of Friday below.) Four bills, four vetoes, and some brazen political calculation. Guns Christie […]

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Briefs Due in MontCo Gay Marriage Case

CBS Philly reports: Today is the deadline for Montgomery county’s Register of Wills to file written legal arguments defending his decision to issue marriage licenses to […]

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With Guns Unaccounted For, Ramsey Cracks Down

The Daily News reports Commissioner Charles Ramsey has replaced the head of the police department’s firearms training unit, after an audit showing a gun missing […]

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New Jersey Bans Gay Conversion Therapy For Minors

It’s the right thing to do.

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