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‘Barbie’ on track to become highest grossing domestic film of the year

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:46:29 GMT

New York (CNN) — “Barbie” has broken numerous records since its July 21 opening and the summer blockbuster is close to breaking another one.Trailing behind “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” by an estimated $48 million, writer-director Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” appears destined to gain the top spot for highest grossing domestic film of 2023.“Barbie” raked in a stunning $155 million domestically in its opening weekend and last week joined the $1 billion club in global box office sales – a feat only achieved by about 50 films in history, adjusted for inflation, Paul Dergarabedian, senior media analyst at Comscore, told CNN. While “Pink Fever” has slowed in the last week, tracking site Box Office Mojo estimates “Barbie” earned $33.7 million this weekend to maintain its stronghold in the theaters.The comedy about the iconic doll is estimated to have reached $525 million domestic and nearly $1.2 billion worldwide. “Barbie” took in $10 million Friday alone, earning an average above $11.3 million...

Interactive Maui wildfire map: Before and after images of Lahaina show scale of devastation

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:46:29 GMT

The catastrophic toll of the wildfires that raged across Maui is hard to fathom. Thousands of structures destroyed. More than 90 people killed. Close to $6 billion in suspected damages.Large swaths of Lahaina in West Maui were completely leveled by flames.The images below, taken by orbiting satellites and published on the geographic service Esri, show what Lahaina looked like before and after wildfire wreaked havoc across the town. Drag the square in the middle to toggle between before and after images. Click the plus sign to zoom in, and the minus sign to zoom out.

Video captures mob of robbers swarming Nordstrom in Los Angeles mall

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:46:29 GMT

(KTLA) -- Video captured a mob of thieves swarming a Nordstrom in Canoga Park as they cleared out the store during a destructive robbery on Saturday. Chaos ensued as a large group of masked thieves clad in dark clothing scrambled around the store, grabbing armfuls of designer clothing, purses, accessories and more.LAPD estimated around $60,000 to $100,000 worth of merchandise was taken.Los Angeles police received reports of the mass robbery at the Westfield Topanga mall around 4 p.m. Police said anywhere between 20-50 suspects are believed to be involved, although the exact number has not been confirmed. VIDEO: Car catches fire in San Francisco’s Marina District Video captured a mob of thieves swarming a Nordstrom in Canoga Park as they cleared out the store during a destructive robbery on August 12, 2023. (TNLA)Video captured a mob of thieves swarming a Nordstrom in Canoga Park as they cleared out the store during a destructive robbery on August 12, 2023. (TNLA)Video captured a m...

VIDEO: Car catches fire in San Francisco's Marina District

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:46:29 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- A car caught on fire Sunday afternoon in San Francisco's Marina District. A Nissan sedan on Lombard and Lyon streets was in flames as fire crews worked to extinguish the blaze.San Francisco Fire Department crews were able to put out the fire before it spread to buildings and other vehicles. It is unknown if anyone was injured. Photos from the scene can be viewed below. Video from the scene can be viewed in the media player above. VIDEO: Cruise cars halt traffic in SF, cite ‘connectivity issues’ linked to Outside Lands festival KRON4 reached out to SFFD for more information about the fire. We are waiting to hear back.

Jessica Pegula routs Liudmila Samsonova in Montreal for 3rd career WTA Tour title

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:46:29 GMT

MONTREAL (AP) — Jessica Pegula routed Liudmila Samsonova 6-1, 6-0 on Sunday to win the National Bank Open for her third career WTA Tour victory.Pegula, the 29-year-old American seeded fourth, topped Samsonova after the 15th-seeded Russian beat third-seeded Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan 1-6, 6-1, 6-2 earlier Sunday in a rain-delayed semifinal.Pegula won her semifinal Saturday, edging top-ranked Iga Swiatek 6-2, 6-7 (4), 6-4.Pegula also won tour titles in 2019 in Washington and 2022 in Guadalajara. Her parents own the NFL’s Buffalo Bills and NHL’s Buffalo Sabres.___AP tennis: https://apnews.com/hub/tennisSource

Raphinha sent off for elbowing opponent as Barcelona opens title defense with 0-0 draw at Getafe

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:46:29 GMT

MADRID (AP) — Defending Spanish league champion Barcelona couldn’t overcome Raphinha’s first-half red card for elbowing an opponent and was held to a 0-0 draw at Getafe in its opener on Sunday.Raphinha was sent off after hitting Getafe defender Gastón Álvarez on the head with his right elbow while fighting for position in attack in the 42nd minute. Barcelona played a man down until Getafe had Jaime Mata sent off with a second yellow card for a foul on Ronald Araujo in the 57th. Barcelona coach Xavi was sent off in the 70th for arguing with officials over a foul not being called.Barcelona had more reason to complain when it thought it had a penalty kick after Araujo was fouled inside the area nearly 10 minutes into stoppage time, but video review determined that there was a handball by Barcelona midfielder Gavi in the buildup.The match marked the debut of new Barcelona midfielder Ilkay Gundogan after his move from Manchester City in the offseason.Real Madrid won 2-0 at At...

Jalen Brunson has perfect shooting night to help US beat Spain 98-88

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:46:29 GMT

MALAGA, Spain (AP) — The U.S. World Cup basketball team got its first big test of the summer Sunday, and a perfect shooting night from Jalen Brunson helped ensure the Americans passed.Brunson was 9 for 9 from the field on the way to a team-best 21 points, Jaren Jackson Jr. added 14 and the U.S. pulled away in the fourth quarter to beat Spain 98-88 in a pre-World Cup exhibition between tournament favorites. Spain is the No. 1-ranked team in the world according to FIBA; the U.S. is No. 2.The Americans shot 67% — 71% on 2-pointers, 56% on 3-pointers, while holding Spain to 42% shooting.The U.S. improved to 3-0 in its pre-World Cup tour with two games left before arriving in Manila for the tournament. The Americans have averaged 101.3 points in those three games against Puerto Rico (117-74), Slovenia (92-62) and Spain, with an average winning margin of 27.7 points.The U.S. led just 73-72 going into the final 10-minute quarter, before seven straight points down the stretch pushed the lea...

‘It’s horrifying to see’: Pit bull mix found shot in head being treated at SW Miami-Dade animal clinic

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:46:29 GMT

A poor pup is being treated at an animal clinic in Southwest Miami-Dade after she took a bullet to the head, triggering calls for justice from the animal rescue group that rushed to her aid.A picture of the dog shows the bullet wound still visible in her head.“There’s no words for a person that could do this to an innocent animal,” said Cindy Mucciaccio with iHeart Animal Rescue.“It’s horrifying to see,” said Dana Marcus with iHeart Animal RescueIt’s a miracle this pit bull mix, named Miracle, is still alive.According to iHeart Animal Rescue, Miracle was found Saturday in North Miami.“The animal was just found walking the street with a gunshot wound to the head,” said Mucciaccio.When Miami-Dade Animal Services went to pick her up, they quickly realized she needed immediate medical attention.That’s when iHeart Animal Rescue stepped in and rushed her to Knowles Animal Clinic.“Right now, she’s not stable, so she ca...

Tourists are urged to avoid Maui as hotels prepare to take in evacuees and first responders; death toll rises to 93

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:46:29 GMT

LAHAINA, Hawaii (AP) — Hawaii officials urged tourists to avoid traveling to Maui as many hotels prepared to house evacuees and first responders on the island that faces a long recovery from the wildfire that demolished a historic town and killed more than 90 people.About 46,000 residents and visitors have flown out of Kahului Airport in West Maui since the devastation in Lahaina became clear Wednesday, according to the Hawaii Tourism Authority.“In the weeks ahead, the collective resources and attention of the federal, state and county government, the West Maui community, and the travel industry must be focused on the recovery of residents who were forced to evacuate their homes and businesses,” the agency said in a statement late Saturday. Tourists are encouraged to visit Hawaii’s other islands.Gov. Josh Green said 500 hotels rooms will be made available for locals who have been displaced. An additional 500 hotel rooms will be set aside for workers from the Federa...

Dozens of motorcyclists take part in ride for kids with cancer in Worcester

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:46:29 GMT

The Vernon Hill American Legion Riders hosted the LEGO ride for kids with cancer in Worcester on Sunday.The annual ride benefits children at UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester who are battling the disease. Organizers say more than a hundred people hopped on their bikes to take part in the event.Participants were asked to bring a new LEGO set for the kids or a $20 donation.Many of the riders say the ride is personal because cancer has touched their lives.