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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

Crayola Facebook Page Hacked With “Offensive Posts”

The PA-based company has apologized.

News

Clarke Passes on Mayoral Run

Why it matters. And why it doesn’t.

13 Gay Things to Do This Week

Divas do Duel Piano Bar, a Masquerade Ball, NSFW dons thermals again + More

News

Penn Frat on Probation for Christmas Card

Parent organization cites “a severe lack of judgment.”

News

All Comcast Eyes on New York

Comcast Today: Will the state drive a hard bargain for merger approval?

News

Monday’s City Reads

Nutter legacy season has formally begun, and the open data movement hits its “turbulent teenage years.”


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

Five Below Sued for Securities Fraud

A stockholder has filed a federal suit against the Philly-based company.

Advocate Ranks Erie, PA 7th Queerest City in the States

Who knew it was so gay?!

News

Paul Steinke, Former Reading Terminal Manager, Will Announce Council Bid

He led the market for 13 years.

News

Metcalfe: Kane a “Woman” But Not a “Lady”

Makes comments on Chris Stigall show this morning.

News

10 Great Chip Kelly GIFs From Tostitos Ads

Chip Kelly’s first name is paying off — literally.

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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

WATCH: Evel Knievel Jump Over Cars at the Spectrum in 1971

Incredible feats of derring-do.

NOH8 Photo Shoot Returns to Philly

Slap on some duct tape and pose for equality.

News

Americans Are Paying Good Money for Professional Cuddling

Hingston: How much would you pay for an hour-long hug?

News

Christie’s Run With Cowboys Is Over

Now he can get back to thinking of running for president.

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