Here’s the latest installment of our Miami Dolphins Q&A, where South Florida Sun Sentinel writers David Furones and Omar Kelly answer questions from readers. Q: Should we be worried that even with the O-line additions in FA that [Austin Jackson] is probably going to be protecting Tua’s blindside? And is that even an upgrade on…
Day: March 28, 2022
No taming this shrewd columnist’s focus on Orange County
I’m baaaaack! Some of you may recall me as the genial keeper of the old OC Watchdog column; others, as a “shrew” or a “whiner.” I’ve been likened to a snake, accused of “pension envy” and excoriated for participating in mass murder (for writing about COVID-19 vaccines through the lens of evidence rather than delusional…
Clippers coach Tyronn Lue responds to Daryl Morey’s criticism
PLAYA VISTA – Forward Nicolas Batum is not among the people who believe that Sunday’s stunning Oscars moment when Will Smith smacked Chris Rock was staged. No, the slap was too hard. Clippers coach Tyronn Lue took his own swipe – verbally – before practice Monday, playing some fierce defense in response to a critical…
Wildfire burn areas in Orange County evacuated as storm pounds Southern California
A storm sweeping through Southern California on Monday afternoon brought heavy rainfall and evacuation orders for communities recently scarred by wildfires. Residents in Silverado Canyon, Williams Canyon and Modjeska in Orange County were ordered to evacuate due to possible debris flows in the area, county officials said. A woman tries to control her umbrella as…
Heat’s Victor Oladipo on comeback, ‘You can’t hurry love, so you can’t hurry this, either’
Wanting more, Victor Oladipo was given more. The next phase is being able to handle more. Such is the complexity of returning in the middle of a playoff race from a 10-month absence following May quadriceps surgery. Ahead of Monday night’s game against the Sacramento Kings at FTX Arena, Oladipo reflected on his Miami Heat…
Dodgers trade Matt Beaty to Padres for minor-league pitcher
GLENDALE, Ariz. — The Dodgers traded reserve outfielder Matt Beaty to the San Diego Padres for a minor-league pitcher Monday. Beaty, 28, was designated for assignment last week when the Dodgers needed to clear a roster spot for Hanser Alberto. The right-handed Alberto is projected to fill a bench role for the Dodgers while Beaty…
Politicians eager to send Californians cash for gas
Californians face stubborn shortages of necessities — housing, water and perhaps electrical power — but in this election year, politicians are offering numerous plans to give them billions of dollars to offset a sharp increase in gas prices. Why, with so many other issues needing political attention, are Gov. Gavin Newsom and legislators focused on…
Oscars 2022: Viewers react to Will Smith slapping Chris Rock and Smith’s best actor speech
An awkward and disturbing moment between Chris Rock and Will Smith at the 2022 Oscars left a lot of viewers – both in the audience and at home – confused and wondering what the heck just happened. Chris Rock was on stage to announce the nominees for best documentary. The award presentation was delayed quite…
A dwindling offense has seen the Chicago Bulls drop down the standings. Here’s what’s behind their slide.
At one point the Chicago Bulls were a challenge even for the best defenses in the NBA, entering the All-Star break with the fourth-ranked offense in the league buoyed by efficient 3-point shooting and the playmaking of DeMar DeRozan. But that firepower has dwindled in recent weeks. Since the All-Stars returned from Cleveland in February,…
Politicians eager to send Californians cash for gas
Californians face stubborn shortages of necessities — housing, water and perhaps electrical power — but in this election year, politicians are offering numerous plans to give them billions of dollars to offset a sharp increase in gas prices. Why, with so many other issues needing political attention, are Gov. Gavin Newsom and legislators focused on…
Oscars 2022: Viewers react to Will Smith slapping Chris Rock and Smith’s best actor speech
An awkward and disturbing moment between Chris Rock and Will Smith at the 2022 Oscars left a lot of viewers – both in the audience and at home – confused and wondering what the heck just happened. Chris Rock was on stage to announce the nominees for best documentary. The award presentation was delayed quite…
No taming this shrewd columnist’s focus on Orange County
I’m baaaaack! Some of you may recall me as the genial keeper of the old OC Watchdog column; others, as a “shrew” or a “whiner.” I’ve been likened to a snake, accused of “pension envy” and excoriated for participating in mass murder (for writing about COVID-19 vaccines through the lens of evidence rather than delusional…
Heat’s Victor Oladipo on comeback, ‘You can’t hurry love, so you can’t hurry this, either’
Wanting more, Victor Oladipo was given more. The next phase is being able to handle more. Such is the complexity of returning in the middle of a playoff race from a 10-month absence following May quadriceps surgery. Ahead of Monday night’s game against the Sacramento Kings at FTX Arena, Oladipo reflected on his Miami Heat…
A dwindling offense has seen the Chicago Bulls drop down the standings. Here’s what’s behind their slide.
At one point the Chicago Bulls were a challenge even for the best defenses in the NBA, entering the All-Star break with the fourth-ranked offense in the league buoyed by efficient 3-point shooting and the playmaking of DeMar DeRozan. But that firepower has dwindled in recent weeks. Since the All-Stars returned from Cleveland in February,…
3 men killed in fiery crash in Anaheim
Three men in their 20s were killed in a fiery crash on Harbor Boulevard at La Palma Avenue in Anaheim just before 2 a.m. Monday morning, March 28. Two police officers on patrol witnessed the crash. “They’re lucky they weren’t hit,” police Sgt. Jacob Gallacher said. The white 2021 Mercedes was speeding southbound on Harbor…
Taxpayers will face $850 million tab for Buffalo Bills’ new $1.35 billion stadium
State and county taxpayers will be asked to commit $850 million in public funds toward construction of the Buffalo Bills’ new stadium, which has a state-projected price tag of $1.35 billion, a person familiar with the the plan told The Associated Press on Monday. The person spoke to the AP on the condition of anonymity…
Oscars 2022: ‘CODA’ named best picture as Will Smith slap overshadows event
“CODA” won best picture and “Dune” won the most Oscars with six, but the 94th annual Academy Awards will go down in history as the one where Will Smith came on stage and hit Chris Rock in the face on live television. Smith, who a few minutes later would win best actor for “King Richard,”…
Summer Camp Guide 2022: Camps expect more ‘normal’ operations this year
Camp operators in Orange County — and nationwide — are feeling more optimistic this spring that they will be able to offer children a more “normal” camp experience this summer following two years of disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. “From what we are seeing there is incredible demand. We’re seeing off-the-charts enrollment for camps…
Oscars 2022: Troy Kotsur makes history; viewers celebrate representation of the Deaf community
https://twitter.com/metraux_julia/status/1508262493298171909?s=20&t=QsYIQY3Ur6U7cASr6cA2sATroy Kotsur’s Oscar win for Best Supporting Actor on Sunday was celebrated far beyond the stage of the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles where he accepted the trophy. “This is dedicated to the deaf community, the ‘CODA’ community, and the disabled community,” he signed on stage as an interpreter spoke his speech. “This is…
Oscars 2022: ‘CODA’ named best picture as Will Smith slap overshadows event
“CODA” won best picture and “Dune” won the most Oscars with six, but the 94th annual Academy Awards will go down in history as the one where Will Smith came on stage and hit Chris Rock in the face on live television. Smith, who a few minutes later would win best actor for “King Richard,”…