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‘Mad Men’ probably helped Jon Hamm secure stunning Big Sur wedding spot

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:47:06 GMT

A lot of couples planning their weddings may have eyed with envy the photos of Jon Hamm exchanging vows with Anna Osceola in a particularly stunning location: on a cliff in Big Sur, overlooking the Pacific Ocean at sunset.Anderson Canyon, the location of Hamm’s star-studded wedding Saturday, has long been a popular Monterey County wedding venue, though this private, 90-acre estate is longer available for rent on a regular basis, said a local wedding planner. If the property was made available to Hamm, that’s probably because of his “Mad Men” connections, said Heidi Tinuviel, owner and director of design at Coastside Couture.Jon Hamm marries fiancée Anna Osceola where they filmed ‘Mad Men’ finale https://t.co/nbcbDE81Ub pic.twitter.com/AZ4wgLX04m— Page Six (@PageSix) June 25, 2023As has been noted by multiple outlets, Hamm filmed the 2015 series finale of “Mad Men” on that cliff at Anderson Canyon. He also met Osceola at Anderson Canyon; she ...

Experience paradise in this luxurious Bali-inspired estate with resort-inspired living and panoramic sunset views

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:47:06 GMT

A top-of-the-hill sensation in the exclusive and gated Silver Creek Country Club transports you to a fresh and bright Bali-inspired paradise with panoramic and fiery sunsets views and the elegance of custom finishes and exquisite design.This custom gated estate at 5593 Snowdon Place is on the market for the first time since it was custom designed by the renowned Bob Taylor and built in 2004 with attention to every detail. Marble, travertine and hardwood floors, soaring coffered ceilings, walls of seamless panes of glass, a sweeping staircase with a custom curved glass and bamboo banister, smooth textured walls, solid white-washed birch interior doors, Nana folding windows, built-ins, multiple French doors that open to outdoor venues, and programmed automated blinds raise this home to a new level of luxury.Indulge in a luxurious lifestyle in the more than 8,703 square feet of living space on two levels on a gated .71-acre lot in one of the club’s premier locations.There are five en s...

Brinks truck driver robbed at gunpoint in Hayward

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:47:06 GMT

(BCN) -- An armored truck driver was robbed at gunpoint in Hayward on Monday morning and fortunately escaped injury, police said. Officers were called at 8:55 a.m. about the robbery of a Brinks truck in the 1000 block of A Street. These Bay Area cities could see 90-plus degree temps this week No injuries were reported, according to police. Police are not yet saying how much was taken, and didn't provide a description of the suspects or their vehicle to avoid compromising the investigation. Copyright © 2023 Bay City News, Inc.

Pride: Looking Back and Moving Forward

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:47:06 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- For this year's KRON4 Pride special, we're "looking back and moving forward" by honoring everyone -- past and present -- who has worked to advance equality for LGBTQ+ people. Almost 20 years ago, then-Mayor Gavin Newsom decided San Francisco would ignore the law of the land and start issuing marriage licenses to same sex couples. One of the first couples to get married in the city is still fighting for equality around the world. Gay ex-Secret Service Agent Cory Allen shares his story Elsewhere, the opioid epidemic is still impacting communities across the country, and across the world. The gay community is no exception. But drag queen Cochina Rude is using her platform to educate fans and maybe even save a life.Over two decades ago, one man decided to host a small gathering on Russian River for "bears." That's a term for gay men who project an aura of rugged masculinity. Today, that small gathering has turned into "Lazy Bear Week," a full week's worth of ev...

Kathy Rinaldi to leave as the captain of the US Billie Jean King Cup team after 2023

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:47:06 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Kathy Rinaldi will leave her role as the captain of the U.S. team for the Billie Jean King Cup after this year’s finals.The U.S. Tennis Association announced the change on Monday.Rinaldi took over as the team captain in December 2016 and guided the Americans to the title in 2017. The U.S. also reached the finals the following year and made it to the semifinals in 2021.“It has been an incredible ride,” said Rinaldi, who will stay on with the USTA as the head of its women’s program for player development.No replacement has been named for the BJK Cup position.The 2023 finals will be held in Seville, Spain, from Nov. 7-12.___AP tennis: https://apnews.com/hub/tennis and https://twitter.com/AP_SportsSource

Ilkay Gundogan agrees to join Barcelona on a free transfer

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:47:06 GMT

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Ilkay Gundogan ended his trophy-laden seven-year stay with Manchester City by agreeing to join Barcelona on a free transfer on Monday.The Germany midfielder’s last act as a City player — and captain — was to lift the Champions League trophy, which completed a treble of major titles for the English club.He is heading to Spain on a two-year contract, with the option of a further year, even though Pep Guardiola wanted to keep the 32-year-old Gundogan — the first signing by the City manager after he started in 2016.“This club made me realize all my dreams and I will forever be thankful for this opportunity,” Gundogan said. “I will carry City always in my heart. Once a blue, always a blue.”Having missed out on securing the return of Lionel Messi, Barcelona made the signing of Gundogan a priority to add some experience to a midfield already containing youngsters Pedri González and Gavi Páez, two of its pillars going forward, but no longer including veteran le...

Prosecutors say they will seek the death penalty for Bryan Kohberger in killings of 4 University of Idaho students

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:47:06 GMT

MOSCOW, Idaho (AP) — Prosecutors say they will seek the death penalty for Bryan Kohberger in killings of 4 University of Idaho students.Source

Hackers steal personal information on thousands of pilot applicants at American and Southwest

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:47:06 GMT

DALLAS (AP) — Personal information for more than 8,000 applicants to become pilots at American Airlines and Southwest Airlines was stolen when hackers broke into a data base maintained by a recruiting company.The breach at Austin, Texas-based Pilot Credentials occurred April 30, and the airlines learned about it on May 3. They notified affected job seekers last week.According to letters that the airlines were required to file with regulators in Maine, hackers gained access to names, birth dates, Social Security and passport numbers, and driver and pilot-license numbers of applicants for pilot and cadet jobs.According to filings, 5,745 applicants to American and 3,009 at Southwest were affected.American said it had no evidence that the information was used for fraud or identity theft, but it offered each applicant two years of coverage from a service designed to protect people from identity theft.The airlines said that since the breach, they have run their recruitment work through we...

Still Cruising: Tom premiers new ‘Mission Impossible’ adventure in Abu Dhabi

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:47:06 GMT

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The red carpet unfurled Monday in Abu Dhabi for Hollywood action megastar Tom Cruise, who was on hand for the Middle Eastern premier of “Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One.”Cruise was met by an enthusiastic crowd of fans and movie buffs eager to catch a glimpse of the star at the Emirates Palace Hotel in the capital of the United Arab Emirates.Dressed in a tailored tuxedo and flashing his signature smile, Cruise appeared moved by the exuberant reception, stopping to speak with many attendees. The evening’s buzz was punctuated by the “Mission: Impossible” theme, its familiar chords adding a layer of cinematic nostalgia to the night.“I’m a cinephile, I love movies and the history of cinema and how this art form develops,” Cruise told The Associated Press on the red carpet. “I didn’t know whether the audience was going to embrace (the first Mission: Impossible movie), it was the first film I ever produced and I did it because I wanted t...

Man arrested for alleged May sexual assault in Arlington

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:47:06 GMT

A man was arrested in connection with a sexual assault that allegedly took place in Arlington, Virginia, last month, according to the Arlington County Police Department.Julio Basurto, 42, of Arlington, has been charged with abduction and forcible sodomy. He was arrested on June 22 without incident after detectives reviewed evidence and interviewed witnesses, police said in a news release.Around 6:40 a.m. on May 21, police met with a woman who reported a sexual assault inside an unknown black vehicle. According to a police investigation, the victim was in the 3100 block of Clarendon Boulevard after leaving a bar, when the suspect approached in the vehicle.The victim entered the vehicle, and alleged that the suspect sexually assaulted her before she was able to exit.The suspect was not working as a rideshare driver or in any for-hire capacity.A criminal investigation is ongoing, and anyone who believes they had a similar experience with the suspect should call the Arlington police tip...