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Photo: Reiner Bajo Photo: Reiner Bajo Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close Image 1 of 1 Photo: Reiner Bajo China Box Office: ‘Midway’ Shot Down by Local Drama ‘Better Days’ 1  /  1 Back to Gallery Roland Emmerich’s big-budget World War II film “Midway” was no match for local drama “Better Days” at China’s box office, bringing in $3 million less than the top-earning Chinese title, which is already in its third weekend in theaters. One of the more expensive independent films ever made on a budget of $98 million, the American blockbuster took in a meager $15.7 million during its opening weekend in China, signaling that it will likely struggle to be profitable. Instead, “Better Days,” Hong Kong … [Read more...] about China Box Office: ‘Midway’ Shot Down by Local Drama ‘Better Days’

NORTHAMPTON, PA — On the hunt for a new home, and want the latest scoop on what's available near you? Perhaps you could use some help finding the perfect place for you and your loved ones? With our weekly list of new houses in your area, you can stay on top of the scene. Below is a list of the five most recent properties to go up for sale in the Northampton area — such as one in the Ivyland area with 3 beds and 1 bath for $375,000, and another in the Newtown area with 4 beds and 5 baths for $1.1 million. Click on any address for additional photos and details. Enjoy! 1. 112 Bobbie Dr, Warminster, Pennsylvania 18974 Price: $675,000Size: 3,954 sq. ft., 4 beds, and 3 baths 2. 100 W Bristol Rd, Ivyland, Pennsylvania 18974 Price: $375,000Size: 2,308 sq. ft, 3 beds, and 1 bath 3. 2170 Graystone Ln, Newtown, Pennsylvania 18940 Price: $879,900Size: 4,869 sq. ft., 5 beds, and 4 baths4. 221 Stoopville Rd, Newtown, Pennsylvania 18940 Price: $1,095,000Size: 5,838 sq. ft., 4 beds, and 5 … [Read more...] about Northampton: See 5 Local Homes For Sale

SUGAR LAND, TX — When you're looking for some new digs, keeping tabs on all the latest listings can be a wearisome job. That's why we've gone ahead and done the initial work for you. Here's a list of the five most recent homes to go up for sale in the Sugar Land area — such as one with 4 beds and 3 baths for $279,900, and another with 5 beds and 6 baths for $1.1 million. Click on any address for more photos and details. Enjoy! 1. 6919 Hearthside Dr, Sugar Land, Texas 77479 Price: $279,900Size: 2,776 sq. ft., 4 beds, and 3 baths 2. 911 Lakespur Dr, Sugar Land, Texas 77479 Price: $389,000Size: 3,024 sq. ft, 4 beds, and 4 baths 3. 30 Du Pont Cir, Sugar Land, Texas 77479 Price: $1,150,000Size: 6,032 sq. ft., 5 beds, and 6 baths4. 5306 Pipers Creek Ct., Sugar Land, Texas 77479 Price: $566,990Size: 2,985 sq. ft., 3 beds, and 4 baths5. 6107 Imlay Cove Court, Sugar Land, Texas 77479 Price: $682,990Size: 4,424 sq. ft., 4 beds, and 4 baths Your search doesn't have to end here! Keep … [Read more...] about Sugar Land: Check Out 5 Local Homes For Sale

Early view of Woodward's Garden shows the entrance to the amusement park which was on Mission and 13th Streets. The park, which opened in 1866 and closed in the 1890's, attracted thousands of people. This rare image comes from the San Francisco Chronicle's archives.  less Early view of Woodward's Garden shows the entrance to the amusement park which was on Mission and 13th Streets. The park, which opened in 1866 and closed in the 1890's, attracted thousands of people. This rare ... more Photo: Chronicle Archives Photo: Chronicle Archives Image 1 of / 53 Caption Close Image 1 of 53 Early view of Woodward's Garden shows the entrance to the amusement park which was on Mission and 13th Streets. The park, which opened in 1866 and closed in the 1890's, attracted thousands of people. This rare … [Read more...] about The Mission District once housed a circus-like amusement park. Take a look inside

Chris Arvin, a 29-year-old Cole Valley resident, holds up some of his most popular transit merchandise — a Gay For Transit sticker and a trio of pins showcasing AC Transit, BART, and Caltrain. Chris Arvin, a 29-year-old Cole Valley resident, holds up some of his most popular transit merchandise — a Gay For Transit sticker and a trio of pins showcasing AC Transit, BART, and Caltrain. Photo: Blair Heagerty / SFGate Photo: Blair Heagerty / SFGate Image 1 of / 12 Caption Close Image 1 of 12 Chris Arvin, a 29-year-old Cole Valley resident, holds up some of his most popular transit merchandise — a Gay For Transit sticker and a trio of pins showcasing AC Transit, BART, and Caltrain. Chris Arvin, a 29-year-old Cole Valley resident, holds up some of his most popular transit … [Read more...] about Meet the unofficial merch king of Bay Area transit