Home

The Flash is Fun, but Feels Late to the Multiverse Party

Published Mon, 30 Dec 2024 20:10:58 GMT

After years in development, multiple reshoots, and dealing with a problematic star, The Flash achieves final form as the concluding chapter of a soon-to-be bygone era. Before James Gunn can take the Batmobile out for a spin, the DC Universe must first bid farewell to Zack Snyder’s vision for the Justice League and DC. This film is the Snyderverse’s swan song.A note to fans of the original Flashpoint comic book story: there might be some disappointment as the movie only picks up the essence of the paradigmatic story arc, not much of the actual story. Fans looking for Martha Wayne’s Joker or a continent-destroying battle between Aquaman and Wonder Woman, will soon discover that those plot points remain on paper only.Directed by Andy Muschietti (It: Chapter One and Two) and starring Ezra Miller as Barry Allen, the youngest and most grating member of the Justice League, The Flash pulls the band back together for one final hurrah, along with a few old-school favorites thanks to Bar...

Step into luxury and explore the breathtaking architecture of this award-winning estate on Miner Road in Orinda

Published Mon, 30 Dec 2024 20:10:58 GMT

Sensational architecture from an award-winning team graces an almost acre park-style setting in Orinda’s coveted Country Club neighborhood.Designed and built by SB Architects in 1977, a team of talent that has created some of the most luxurious resorts and residences around the world, including California’s Calistoga Ranch, this more than 6,000-square-foot gated estate at 531 Miner Road is an extraordinary celebration of gorgeous woods and natural light.Multiple walls of glass, geometric windows, transoms and French doors opening to outdoor venues frame views of the redwood groves, various patios for outdoor dining, a gorgeous pool (resurfaced in 2018), decks, and spectacular water features and lush landscaped gardens.The gated estate begins with an outdoor bluestone paver front staircase and entry leading to a mahogany front door. Exceptionally crafted custom and designer finishes adorn the interior throughout its two levels, connected by three staircases.The home showcases c...

What to know about Draymond Green reportedly opting out of Warriors contract

Published Mon, 30 Dec 2024 20:10:58 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO — In the moments after the Los Angeles Lakers eliminated the Warriors from the playoffs last month, Draymond Green said he wanted to “ride out with the same guys I rode in with.”He reiterated on his podcast the following week that he wanted to return to the Warriors.“I’ll say it right here for you, this isn’t it,” he said. “We plan on doing this again. That’s the plan, obviously, this is a business and things has to take place.”News broke on Monday that Green plans to decline his $27.5 million player option and enter unrestricted free agency. That doesn’t mean Green is certain to leave the Bay Area, though.There are rumblings that the Warriors, under new general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr., could shuffle their exorbitantly expensive roster to be more competitive after an early playoff departure and with stricter CBA rules afoot.“We really want Draymond back,” Dunleavy said at his introductory p...

Stanford Cardinal’s wild post-season run halted at College World Series by Tennessee Volunteers

Published Mon, 30 Dec 2024 20:10:58 GMT

Just when it appeared Quinn Mathews and Stanford had recaptured their elimination game magic, everything unraveled on Monday afternoon for the Cardinal in a 6-4 loss to the Tennessee Volunteers at the College World Series.Mathews, the senior left-hander who gained national attention last week by throwing 156 pitches in a complete-game masterpiece that sent the Cardinal to Omaha, Nebraska, shook off a shaky first few innings and had retired seven in a row when he took a 4-0 lead into the top of the fifth inningMathews never got out of the inning, as the Volunteers rallied to tie the score with four runs, and then went ahead for good with two more in the top of the seventh. Mathews, a likely early-round pick in next month’s MLB draft, threw 89 pitches, allowing four runs on 10 hits and one walk.“Quinn’s bailed us out all year,” said left-hander Drew Dowd, who took over on the mound for Stanford after the Vols had batted around against Mathews in the fifth.  “When I took the ball...

Tesla crashes into firetruck on 680 in Fremont last week: CHP

Published Mon, 30 Dec 2024 20:10:58 GMT

(KRON) -- A Tesla slammed into a Fremont Fire Engine on Interstate-680 in Fremont last Wednesday, according to the California Highway Patrol. The Tesla hit the fire truck after being hit from behind by a semi, the CHP said.It was not known whether the Tesla was operating in driver assist mode when the collision happened. No immediate information on whether anyone was injured in the crash was available.The crash blocked lanes on I-680. 2 in custody after Pier 39 shooting that left 6 injured Wednesday's crash was the latest in several recent incidents involving Teslas.Also last week, a crash involving a Tesla took the lives of two people in Santa Clara. Authorities say a 44-year-old Los Gatos woman and her 12-year-old daughter died in a fiery crash after their vehicle slammed into a tree. A witness at the scene told KRON4 he was at the vehicle's door within seconds of the collision, but when he looked inside, he could only see flames. Earlier this year, a 2014 Tesla Model S plowed i...

Chase Burns’ dominant relief outing carries Vols to a 6-4 win over Stanford in College World Series

Published Mon, 30 Dec 2024 20:10:58 GMT

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Chase Burns pitched six shutout innings in relief of Chase Dollander, Tennessee manufactured two runs to break a tie in the seventh, and the Volunteers knocked Stanford out of the College World Series with a 6-4 victory Monday.Tennessee (44-21) ended a six-game CWS losing streak dating to 2001 and plays Tuesday against the loser of the Monday night game between No. 1 national seed Wake Forest and No. 5 LSU. Stanford (44-20) went 0-2 at the CWS for a second straight year.Burns (5-3), who went from weekend starter at the start of the season to bullpen bulldog at the end, mixed his slider with a fastball he ran up to 102 mph while striking out nine and limiting the Cardinal to two hits. “Coming out of the bullpen, you’ve got one thing in mind; it’s just do your job,” Burns said. “No fight is too big for us. Just going to go out there, do my job, hope for the best.”Burns’ best was great against the Cardinal. He was the first reliever since 1997 to blank an oppon...

Joey Votto returns to Reds’ lineup after 10-month absence

Published Mon, 30 Dec 2024 20:10:58 GMT

CINCINNATI (AP) — Joey Votto rejoined the Cincinnati Reds’ lineup on Monday night after 10 months sidelined by an operation to repair his left biceps and rotator cuff.The 39-year-old was batting sixth and playing first base in a series opener against Colorado in the first big league game since Aug. 16 for the 2010 NL MVP. The Reds entered with an eight-game winning streak, their longest since 2012.“I feel much more like myself,” Votto said. “I’m back to full health. Ten months is a long rehab. If I’m going to rejoin a winning ballclub, my responsibility is to be up to speed with them.”Votto had surgery on Aug. 19, ending a season in which he hit .205 with 11 homers and 41 RBIs. At the time of the operation, the Reds said they expected the six-time All-Star back by opening day.He made his spring training debut on March 12 and hit .182 with one double and one RBI in eight games, then was put on the 10-day injured list and sent to Triple-A Louisville for a minor league injury reh...

Mbappé eclipses Fontaine as France beats Greece in Euro qualifying

Published Mon, 30 Dec 2024 20:10:58 GMT

PARIS (AP) — Kylian Mbappé’s twice-taken penalty moved him one goal behind Michel Platini on France’s all-time scoring list as Greece was beaten 1-0 in European Championship qualifying on Monday.Platini won the Ballon d’Or three straight times from 1983-85 during his heyday with Juventus and France, for which the gifted playmaker scored and created goals with a casual brilliance that became his trademark.“It’s huge when you know what Michel Platini represents for France,” Mbappé said. “He’s a legend.”The win was a fourth straight for World Cup runner-up France without conceding a goal in Group B — all with Mbappé as the new captain.“Let’s hope it lasts. I’m learning every day,” Mbappé said. “It’s an enriching experience to have this responsibility.”Mbappé also reached 54 goals over the season combined for France and Paris Saint-Germain to beat the overall mark set by the great Just Fontaine in the 1957-58 season — the year Fontaine set an individual scoring r...

Former top pick Henry Davis arrives in Pittsburgh eager to help after sprint through the minors

Published Mon, 30 Dec 2024 20:10:58 GMT

PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pirates tried to take their time with Henry Davis.His bat wouldn’t let them.The top overall pick in the 2021 amateur draft was to make his major-league debut on Monday night, playing right field while batting seventh against the Chicago Cubs in hopes of sparking an erratic offense in serious need of a jolt.The Pirates insist they remain committed to making Davis an everyday catcher. For now, however, the 23-year-old will spend most of his time — at least during games — getting a crash course in how to play right field at PNC Park, where the 21-foot-high Roberto Clemente Wall and its sometimes funky caroms can make learning the position on the fly difficult.“If I can help the Pirates win in right, I’m excited about it,” Davis said.Davis’ debut caps a rapid rise through the system, particularly this season. He began the year at Double-A Altoona and was promoted to Triple-A Indianapolis on June 4 with the team intent on having him splitting catching wi...

'He had a hoof print on his chest': Moose attacks man as he walks his dogs

Published Mon, 30 Dec 2024 20:10:58 GMT

BOULDER COUNTY, Colo. (KDVR) -- A 58-year-old man is recovering after he was trampled by a moose while out on a trail in Boulder County.The Boulder County Sheriff's Office said Robert Standerwick surprised the cow and her calf on a hairpin turn on a trail in Coal Creek Canyon. How moose came to live in Colorado "The moose are definitely the most deadliest animals up here for sure," Collin Howe, who helped Standerwick after he was trampled, said.Standerwick shot a gun he was carrying into the ground twice to scare off the cow and calf, which then both left without injury."He wasn’t trying to injure it. He made that clear to me. He was just trying to scare it off," Howe said. Howe, who also lives in the area, said he had just gotten out of the shower when he heard a gunshot and then heard someone in distress about a quarter of a mile away. "I heard a gunshot. I thought someone was scaring the bear we are dealing with in the neighborhood," Howe said. "Then I listened and heard our n...