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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

Man Wanted in Schuylkill Stabbings Arrested

U.S. Marshals say Tam Le attempted to escape through the ceiling of a Motel 6 bathroom.

News

MOVE Member Dies In Prison

Natural causes or suspicious circumstances?

News

Jonathan Saidel Is Thinking About Running for Mayor

Still.

Woman Crush Wednesday: Melissa Fabello

The Everyday Feminism writer shares her local lady crushes.

News

Wednesday’s City Reads

A leading charter supporter disses charter supporters.

News

Here’s the NRA’s Lawsuit Against Philly

Organization says city has “openly defied state law for decades.”


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.


The Energy Hub Architect Talks Politics & Plausibility

A Q&A with refinery CEO Phil Rinaldi.

Bradley Cooper to Reprise Gay Role in Wet Hot American Summer Sequel

You remember the tool shed scene, right?

Bearded Ladies and Dito van Reigersberg Do Mommie Dearest

Wire hangers and all.

News

What If Comcast Was Your Boyfriend?

He’s late. Again.

Ellen Responds to Pastor Who Said She’s Turning Kids Gay

In a way only she can.

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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

Abolish Tipping? The Practice Should Be Expanded

Marks: Three reasons gratuities are good for everyone.

News

“Missing” Suburban Mom Faces Federal Bank Robbery Charges

She was reported missing in October.

Paul Steinke Announces City Council Bid

A win would make him the first out person to have the job.

“You Can’t Do It Safely.”

A Q&A with energy hub opponents who believe natural gas investment is the wrong choice for Philadelphia.

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