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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

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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Kings Pick Owed to Sixers Now Unprotected

After the results of Tuesday night’s lottery, the Kings are now locked into owing the Sixers an unprotected 2019 first round pick.

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Rendell: Sorry About that “Ugly Women” Comment

Reporters were waiting for him at the train station yesterday.

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76ers Summer League Dates Set

The NBA released information on the Utah Jazz and Las Vegas summer league. The Sixers will compete in both this summer.

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Philly Couple Debuts Donald Trump, Bernie Sanders Candy

The slogan: “Something sweet for the bitter season.”

Philadelphia Magazine Editor Announces Two Hires

Fabiola Cineas and Claire Sasko will join the Phillymag.com news team.

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Councilwoman Wants to Tax Containers Instead of Soda

Not so fast with that soda tax, Mayor Kenney.


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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Philly Drag Queens Weren’t Allowed to Take Photos With Yazz the Greatest

The rapper also appears in the hit Fox show Empire.

PHOTOS: 2016 IBA Business Leaders Luncheon

There were some big names and surprises at the sixth-annual event.

Helen Gym Calls for Investigation of School Police Use of Force

Council members want the District to release its policies regarding the use of force by school officers.

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Helen Gym Calls for Investigation of School Police Use of Force

Council members want the District to release its policies regarding the use of force by school officers.

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Rendell: “Probably More Ugly Women in America Than Attractive Ones”

In denouncing Trump’s misogynistic remarks, Rendell just said something sexist himself. What year is this again?

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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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Rendell: “Probably More Ugly Women in America Than Attractive Ones”

In denouncing Trump’s misogynistic remarks, Rendell just said something sexist himself.

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Hillary Shouldn’t Have to Answer for Bill’s Affairs

Weymouth: Trump’s latest plan of attack is little more than slut-shaming by proxy.

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Sixers Get 1st Pick

The Philadelphia 76ers will pick first in the 2016 NBA draft after winning Tuesday’s lottery.

Lower Merion Schools Pass Trans-Inclusive Policy

Plus more local LGBTQ news.

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