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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Sixers to host Timberwolves in preseason game
With still a few months before the Philadelphia 76ers begin their preseason campaign in early October, the schedule is slowly coming together. The Minnesota Timberwolves released their preseason schedule on Thursday morning, featuring a contest against the Sixers to be played on Oct. 17 in Philadelphia at the Wells Fargo Center (at least, I think it's still called that…). The Sixers' preseason schedule is going to be a bit different than seasons past, with the squad starting things off in the NBA's Abu Dhabi Games 2025, slated for Oct. 2 and Oct. 4. Typically, this is when teams are starting their training camps and holding media days. Instead, teams playing outside of North America during preseason are able to open their camps a bit earlier than the rest, on Sept. 24. This includes the Sixers, the Brooklyn Nets, the New York Knicks, the New Orleans Pelicans and the Phoenix Suns. The teams remaining in the country will start their camps a few days later, on Sept. 29. This is just the third confirmed preseason contest for Philadelphia so far including the two to be played in Abu Dhabi. Now, who will actually be available for those contests from the Sixers after the injuries the team entered the offseason with? We will just have to wait and see. Not sure who is even on the Sixers' roster at this point? No problem, we have you covered here with our 2025-26 roster tracker. For now, we go back to offseason limbo. How fun!
Axios
4 days ago
- Business
- Axios
Philly's biggest puzzle: The road to a new Sixers arena
The Sixers' U-turn to stay put in South Philly earlier this year upended Comcast Spectacor's $2.5 billion blueprint to reimagine the sports complex. Why it matters: They're not just building a new arena — they're rewriting a playbook for the area that's already set in motion. Catch up quick: The Wells Fargo Center (soon to be Xfinity Mobile Arena) was supposed to be the backbone of Spectacor's 2024 plan for a buzzing South Philly sports complex that would bring new hotels, housing and restaurants over 10 years. The company recently dumped $400 million into arena upgrades, planning to keep it around for years as new amenities and housing were built around it. Then Spectacor would eventually replace the center with a new venue on the parking lot between it and Lincoln Financial Field, per the Inquirer. The Phillies partnered with Spectacor on part of the original plan. (The team declined Axios' request to comment.) Yes, but: The plan's been flipped. Spectacor now has to build a brand-new arena first — and redraw a roadmap already underway. When Comcast Spectacor and Sixers owner Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment partnered on the new deal, they accelerated the arena timeline to at least 2031. And that could even be bumped to 2030 for the inaugural season of the city's WNBA team. How it works: Comcast Spectacor is now finalizing the construction process and infrastructure improvements to build the new arena that will replace the Wells Fargo Center, a company spokesperson tells Axios. Only then will they reassess and adjust the broader "master plan," the spokesperson added, declining to elaborate. Meanwhile, design firm Populous and architect Moody Nolan were selected in June to design the new arena. The big picture: Parts of Spectacor's original plan are underway. The $15 million upgrades to Xfinity Live! are expected to kick off soon. The intrigue: The status of other first-phase projects is up in the air, including a mid-size concert venue, hotel and retail space — all of which had a 2028 completion date. Some were supposed to break ground this year. Comcast declined to comment on their status. What we don't know: The precise location of the new arena. Comcast hasn't commented on whether it'll take over the same site as the Wells Fargo Center or be moved. And how construction will affect residents, fans, traffic — and Philly's sacredtailgating culture. What they're saying: Ken Anderson, vice president and civic sector leader at the global design firm Stantec, tells Axios that among his biggest concerns is how the new arena will complement the existing stadiums and new amenities. Still, he notes, building the arena first could buy Spectacor more time to plan the trickier pieces — like housing, restaurants and hotels.
CBS News
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Wu-Tang Clan, Chinese Lantern Festival, Cyndi Lauper, more summer things to do in Philly this weekend
It feels like a summer weekend in Philadelphia! Whether you're looking to sip something sweet in an exotic space, dance the day (or night) away, or celebrate your Eagles fandom out on the open water, we've got you covered. As anyone who's been to the City of Brotherly Love knows, there's always a reason to celebrate here. Keep reading to check out what's happening in the Philadelphia region this weekend. For all the Killa Bees out there, Wu-Tang Forever: The Final Chapter with Run The Jewels will be ending their farewell tour in the City of Brotherly Love this week. Wu-Tang Clan will be at the Wells Fargo Center on Friday night! The farewell tour with 27 dates started in Baltimore, Maryland, on June 6. Tickets start at $124. The show starts at 8 p.m. with doors open at 7 p.m. All the original members will be on stage, including Ol' Dirty Bastard's son, Young Dirty Bastard. The Staten Island, New York, collective has at least seven studio albums under their belt, with their most recent release being "Black Samson, the Bastard Swordsman," a collaborative album with Mathematics, producer and DJ for the Clan. The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival is back, illuminating Franklin Square for visitors all summer long. This year's festival celebrates the Year of the Snake and features over 1,000 sculptures placed in nearly 40 brand-new lantern displays. Visitors can also enjoy authentic Chinese food, immerse themselves in cultural performances and watch the magic continue with the Franklin Square Fountain Show! The Chinese Lantern Festival is open from 6-11 p.m. every night. Guests can purchase their tickets online. Theater fans looking for a motivational performance showcasing a story of perseverance, hope and stunning visuals – look no further than the Academy of Music's latest feature in their Broadway Series. Based on the best-selling novel and Oscar Award-winning movie, "Life of Pi," the play is now at the Academy of Music on South Broad Street through July 27. "Told with jaw-dropping visuals, world-class puppetry, and exquisite stagecraft, Life of Pi creates a breathtaking journey that will leave you filled with awe and joy," a description of the performance read in part on Ensemble Arts Philly's website. Tickets are available online for Friday night's show, Saturday's matinee and night performance, as well as Sunday's matinee and night performance. Things are about to get wild at the Summer Ale Festival this Saturday night at the Philadelphia Zoo. That's right, the nation's first zoo is hosting over 100 award-winning drink vendors, food trucks and live music entertainers for guests ages 21 and over. Just to get you excited, here's a sip of what drink vendors are to come: Angry Orchard, Beatbox Brew, Chestnut Hill Brewing Company, Conshocken Brewing Company, Dock Street Brewery, Double Nickel Brewing Co, Evil Genius, Jersey Girl Brewing, Sea Isle Iced Tea, Wissahickon Brewing Company and so, so many more. Cross visiting the zoo off your summer bucket list by checking out the Summer Ale Festival this Saturday from 7-10 p.m. Tickets start at $84 for general admission. Or if you're looking to splurge for that VIP feel, prices are $99 for early access. Tickets for non-drinkers ages 21 and over start at just $45. The Phillies will begin the second half of the MLB season with a three-game homestand against Millville, New Jersey, native Mike Trout and the Los Angeles Angels on Friday night. The Phillies are 55-41 and sit in first place in the NL East, leading the New York Mets by a half game. Philadelphia had two players named to the 2025 All-Star Game in Kyle Schwarber and Zack Wheeler, but the latter opted not to participate to prepare for the second half of the season. The team's ball boy, Adam Crognale, was also voted to serve on the MLB's All-Star Ball Crew. However, it was still an eventful week for the Phillies as Schwarber was named the MVP of the 2025 MLB Star Game after his swing-off performance helped the National League defeat the American League. In the first-ever swing-off, Schwarber smacked three dingers into the seats and put on a show for the crowd at Truist Park in Atlanta. Maybe that will carry into the first three-game homestand of the second half of the season? Time will tell. Tickets for this weekend's series are available online. Venture over to West Philly this Saturday for an unforgettable mashup of Philly food, live jazz and the best vibes. The Lancaster Avenue Jazz & Arts Festival is back for another year at Saunders Park Greene on 39th and Powelton Avenue. The festival is family-friendly and will include several performers who will get you up on your feet, like Jamaaladeen Tacuma Quintet featuring Odean Pope! The Lancaster Avenue Jazz & Arts Festival runs from noon to 7 p.m. on Saturday. Get ready for the ultimate girls' night out because Cyndi Lauper is coming to Philadelphia this Sunday night. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominee is bringing her Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour to The Mann in West Philly with special guest Jake Wesley Rogers. The Grammy Award-winning and Tony Award-winning artist is sure to bring the house down with fan favorite bops, including "Time After Time" and, well, of course, "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun!" Don't miss out on Lauper's farewell tour stop in the City of Brotherly Love on Sunday. Doors open at 6 p.m. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $51. It's not football season yet, but Eagles fans are flocking together this time to Cherry Street Pier for a summertime take on Philly fandom. Deck the Hulls: Go Birds Boat Parade & Pier Party is coming to Philly's Cherry Street Pier this Saturday night. Boaters will deck their vessels out in all things Kelly Green, showcasing their Eagles pride, as they compete for cash, prizes and of course – bragging rights. The best part is, it's free to register! However, boaters must attend the mandatory Captain's Meeting to get information about the parade route and a boat number to display on their vessel. You don't have to have a boat to participate in the fun, though! Fans can join in the action and watch the parade at the free Pier Party, which will feature a live mermaid, fan activities for guests of all ages, a best dressed competition, food and drinks, plus other interactive experiences. Deck the Hulls runs from 7:30-9 p.m. at Philadelphia's Cherry Street Pier. To no one's surprise, our most magical event in this weekend guide is the Philly Fairy Festival at the Schuylkill Center. The festival, which runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. this Saturday, is described as a "fantasy celebration of nature and all the magic that comes with it." Guests are in for a truly enchanting afternoon. Festivalgoers can try their hand at building their very own fairy crown, check out some chainmail, or take themselves on a woodland adventure along one of the trails, to truly feel like they're in their own fairytale. Visitors can also check out the Fairytale Trail and see how the Widener Trail has been transformed into a magical world of fairy houses. There will also be photo opportunities, live theater and musical performances, face painting and a real-life fairy! Tickets are available at the door on Saturday for $18.
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Xfinity Mobile Arena: Wells Fargo Center signage removed as South Philly stadium rebrand begins
The Brief Wells Fargo Center signage was removed from the South Philadelphia arena as it prepares for a name change. Comcast Spectacore and Harris-Blitzer announced in May that the arena will be renamed the Xfinity Mobile Arena. While preparations are underway, the name change won't be official until September. PHILADELPHIA - The Wells Fargo Center signage was removed from the side of the South Philadelphia arena as it prepares to rebrand into the Xfinity Mobile Arena in September. The name change was announced in May, and comes after the Sixers ditched contentious plans to build an arena in Center City after striking a deal with Comcast. This will be the fifth time the arena has changed names since it opened in 1996 as CoreStates Center. The backstory The Wells Fargo Center will be renamed to the Xfinity Mobile Arena, Comcast Spectacore and Harris-Blitzer Sports and Entertainment announced in May. This name change will officially take place in September and the naming rights will last through the Sixers and Flyers 2030-2031 season, official said. This will be the fifth name change the arena has undergone since it first opened in 1996, known first as the Spectrum II and then officially as CoreStates Center. "This arena is an anchor in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex and broader region," Chairman & CEO of Comcast Spectacor Dan Hilferty previously said. Dig deeper The name change happened after the Sixers and Comcast struck a deal for the team to remain in South Philly, ending controversial plans for a Center City arena. The team had approval from Philadelphia City Council and the support of Mayor Cherelle Parker for "76 Place" that would have seen the Fashion District demolished. These plans caused fierce push back from locals, who feared that the 18,500 seat arena would uproot the Chinatown community.
Newsweek
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Wrestling Legend Mick Foley Shuts Down Outrageous WWE Rumor
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley is emphatically setting the record straight regarding a persistent online rumor claiming he earns $2.88 million annually under a WWE ambassador contract. During a recent appearance on Casual Conversations with The Classic, Foley directly addressed and refuted these claims, clarifying his current relationship with WWE and his actual compensation. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation Foley made it clear that such a lucrative ambassador role does not exist for him. "I don't have an ambassador job that pays me $2.88 million as has been reported," he stated. He further commented that when he previously held a formal ambassador position with the company, the financial terms were vastly different. "I had an ambassador job for two years that paid me literally 1/14th of that." The "Hardcore Legend" also pointed to his rigorous touring schedule as evidence against the rumored high-paying, less demanding role. "It's been rumored that I have this luxurious job. And I'm like, I don't think I'd be out on the road 200 days a year if I was making $2.88 million a year to be an ambassador," Foley reasoned. He expressed no ill will towards anyone who might have such a deal but wanted to clarify his own situation, saying, "If somebody else has that type of job, good on them." Foley affirmed his positive ongoing relationship with WWE, citing recent appearances like a signing at the Royal Rumble and an upcoming engagement at the new version of WWE Axxess. He explained that he is currently under a Legends deal, which he deeply appreciates. PHILADELPHIA, PA - JANUARY 30: Professional wrestler Mick Foley participates in Wing Bowl 23 on January 30, 2015 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. PHILADELPHIA, PA - JANUARY 30: Professional wrestler Mick Foley participates in Wing Bowl 23 on January 30, 2015 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania."And I have a Legends deal that—because WWE has seen fit to promote me as somebody of importance—is better than it was 20 years ago. Better than it was 10 years ago. So I'm really grateful for that relationship." However, he reiterated the core point about the ambassador rumor: "But I don't receive $2.88 million. I receive zero dollars, because I'm not an ambassador." Foley concluded by acknowledging his inherent connection to the company, regardless of official titles or contracts, stating, "Anywhere I walk, I'm kind of a walking billboard for WWE." More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
