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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!”

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News

Temple Football Now Just One Win From Bowl Eligibility

After a 49-10 route of Tulane, there’s almost no way the Owls can miss a bowl game this season.

Police on Kiesha Jenkins’s Murder

“This was not a hate crime at all.”

Customs Beagle Auburn - and what she seized
News

Beagle Finds Currency, Plants on “Trusted” Traveler

She was rewarded with her favorite treat, per customs.

News

This Is the Monster Celebrated on Columbus Day

Coard: On October 12th, Philadelphia celebrates a racist, rapist, robber and genocidal maniac. This needs to stop.

News

Insider: Tired of Philly Politics As Usual? Run For Office Already

Rashed: To succeed in the game, you have to be in the game.

News

Arrest in Murder of Transgender Woman

The suspect pleaded guilty to aggravated assault last year.


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

Hyped Fan Compares Eagles to Jiminy Cricket

Fans at Xfinity Live! go wild for Eagles win.

Our Favorite Instagrams From OutFest 2015

The annual celebration of everything LGBTQ rocked the Gayborhood.

News

Sixers Mailbag: Preseason Roster Decisions

In our weekly Sixers mailbag, we take a look at some of the roster battles coming up as the Sixers look to begin preseason play.

News

Utley Suspended for Controversial Slide

Morning headlines: He’s with the Dodgers now, but Philly still loves his tough play.

News

ThinkFest Preview: Michael Nutter

What has the mayor learned in the past eight years? And where does he think Philadelphia is headed?

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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.


Mayor Nutter Helps Raise New Philadelphia LGBT Rainbow Flag

Photos from this morning’s festivities at City Hall.

News

Roster Decisions Loom Large for 76ers

The 76ers have a number of important roster decisions to make in the coming weeks, including decisions on big men Nerlens Noel and Joel Embiid.

The Mystery of the Ashes

How a park cleanup turned into a months-long quest.

Allan Domb: The Condo King

Why would any man this successful want to get elected to City Council?

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