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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

5 Charts That Show Just How Screwed Atlantic City Is

Uh oh.

Early Bird Registration for SEXx Interactive Conference Ends March 31

The four-day event featuring all things sex runs this May.

News

Philly Woman Sues Angie’s List, Calls It “Fraudulent”

Says company secretly manipulates contractor ratings.

Top-Selling Mitchell & Ness Jerseys in 2014
News

Philly All Over Map of America’s Most Popular Retro Jerseys

Kobe Bryant is a top seller in seven(!) states.

Rainbow Crosswalks Coming This Summer

12th and Locust and 13th and Locust streets will be the lucky rainbow bearers.

The Mayoral Race’s True Frontrunner: Lynne Abraham. Still.

Her poll shows her doubling up her rivals.


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.


Sorry, But the IHOP in the Gayborhood is Closed for Remodeling

Where am I going to get my Rooty Tooty Fresh ‘N Fruity?

News

The Brief: The Gay Vote in the Mayor’s Race

Plus: A lawsuit over the bug in former Mayor John Street’s office.

News

Embattled State Police Nominee Gets Democratic Support

State Sen. Vincent Hughes supports Marcus Brown’s nomination.

News

Rendell Says He Didn’t Ask for Favors

But report suggests Homeland Security official sped up visa processing for Rendell clients.

News

Who Saved John Street’s Career?

Frank Keel and David Axelrod battle over credit for surviving the 2003 FBI bugging scandal.

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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.


News

Now There Are Two Baby Eagles

And they just ate a fish!

News

Judge Rules Milton Street Can Run for Mayor

That’s bad news for Tony Williams.

Woman Crush Wednesday: Monique Perry

She reveals all in her list of crushes.

News

Tollefson Gets Two to Four Years in Prison

He was found guilty of stealing more than $300,000.

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