From Variety this morning: The Flash is being retooled (without “tights” and with added time travel. Ick…)

“As with ‘Smallville,’ the new ‘Flash’ will have a ‘no tights, no flights’ philosophy, which means the character won’t be clad in the classic red suit. He’ll also have a cool 21st-century mantra that will guide his life.

“Once our hero gets his calling, he’s given the advice, ‘Live fast so others don’t die young,’ ” Komarnicki said.”

Urg.

… and Christian Bale has been cast as the next Batman. (See also this link in case the Variety link is premium content.)