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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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“Massive Dance Party” Coming to Philadelphia

KYW Newsradio reports on Philadelphia Dance Day, coming on July 27: It’s happening on July 27, and all of the workshops before 5:30 p.m. are […]

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Philly’s Kevin Hart Has Fourth-Highest-Grossing Concert Film Ever

Forbes reports on the blazing career of Philly comedian Kevin Hart, who is ranked No. 6 on the magazine’s list of top-earning comedians. But by […]

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Openly Gay Woman to Run for Governor of Maryland

Get ready for Heather Mizeur.

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Chris Christie Promises He Isn’t “Going Hollywood”

The New York Daily News reports: Chris Christie assured Jersey voters Tuesday that he isn’t going Hollywood just because he made a cameo on Michael J. […]

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Mega Millions Jackpots To Get Bigger, Farther Out of Reach

KYW Newsradio says lottery jackpots are about to get bigger. There’s a “but” though: The good news is that the jackpots are going to be […]

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Kathleen Kane Has Got to Go

Politics can be a very slimy business. We’ve seen politicians go to jail for stealing, lying and cheating: Jesse Jackson Jr., Tom Delay and Richard […]


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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Eakins Oval Transforms into Family Fun Spot

Our friends at Foobooz have already noted the arrival of food trucks at Eakins Oval—it’s part of a broader summertime transformation of the space into […]

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Seven Signs You’re Reading a Bogus Political Story

There’s a new book out this week called This Town by New York Times political reporter Mark Leibovich, that’s driving Washington crazy. I haven’t yet […]

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Boobs at City Hall Trying To Collect Lap Dance Taxes

As we told you last week, City Hall is trying to make up a shortfall in revenue by collecting back taxes on lap dances at […]

PLAYDAR: 7 Erotic Songs for Your Summer Fling

Is it hot in here?

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Penn Hook-Up Culture Culture Is Much More Nuanced

Kate Taylor clearly did not speak to me during her year at Penn. Maybe that’s because we never crossed paths. Or maybe that’s because her […]

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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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Philly Murder Rate Rising Back Toward Usual Horrific Numbers

Remember when we told you recently that Philly’s murder rate had dropped to a 45-year low? Umm….never mind: Ten people have been killed in Philadelphia […]

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The Zimmerman Verdict and the Gun Control Debate

We’re fairly clear on the outrage that’s flowing from Twitter feed to city squares in the post-Zimmerman trial landscape. Fortunately, at least in the short […]

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Queen Elizabeth Approves Gay Marriage in the U.K.

Thatta queen!

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Temple Grad Behind Viral “Dear George Zimmerman” Post on Facebook

You may have seen this posted on Facebook the last couple of days: Turns out the author, Alex Fraser, is one of Philly’s own. He’s […]

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