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Earth sets unofficial heat record for 3rd time this week

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:51:12 GMT

Earth's average temperature set a new unofficial record high on Thursday, the third such milestone in a week that already rated as the hottest on record.The planetary average hit 63 degrees Fahrenheit (17.23 degrees Celsius), surpassing the 62.9-degree mark (17.18-degree mark) set Tuesday and equaled Wednesday, according to data from the University of Maine’s Climate Reanalyzer, a tool that uses satellite data and computer simulations to measure the world’s condition.That average includes places that are sweltering under dangerous heat — like Jingxing, China, which checked in almost 110 degrees Fahrenheit (43.3 degrees Celsius) — and the merely unusually warm, like Antarctica, where temperatures across much of the continent were as much as 8 degrees Fahrenheit (4.5 degrees Celsius) above normal this week.The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration on Thursday issued a note of caution about the Maine tool's findings, saying it could not confirm data that results in part ...

ATCEMS: 1 dead, 2 with serious injuries after crash off SH 130

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:51:12 GMT

TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) — Officials said a person died early Friday morning after two vehicles were involved in a collision near the 10100 block of North State Highway 130 heading north. Two others were also reported with serious injuries, one possibly life-threatening.Austin-Travis County EMS said the initial callout occurred at 1:20 a.m. for a single vehicle 100 to 200 feet down an embankment. Officials later discovered a second vehicle and identified there were three total patients involved.ATCEMS said one person was pronounced dead at the scene, and the other two patients were declared trauma alerts.Officials said one of the trauma patients was ejected from a vehicle. The two patients with serious injuries were taken to the hospital for treatment, according to officials.SH 130 near FM 973, just south of Manor, was shut down for an investigation, according to ATCEMS, and drivers were asked to avoid the area.

Magnet factory brings future of clean energy to Central Texas

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:51:12 GMT

SAN MARCOS, Texas (KXAN) -- Magnets are going green in Central Texas. Noveon Magnetics celebrated its grand opening this summer, after opening its doors in 2020. The company manufactures permanent magnets by reusing old ones."We can reprocess old magnets from applications that reached the end of their lives," said Catalina Tudor, co-founder and Chief Information Officer with Noveon.Traditionally, rare earth metals needed to produce magnets are mined. Not only does this require digging for a non-renewable resource, but it also produces CO2 emissions in the transportation of those materials. According to the company, using fewer mined rare earth metals is better for the environment.How do you reuse old magnets?Noveon collects old magnets that have lost their magnetic charge, then pulverizes them. After the magnets are broken down enough, they are melted, then placed in a mold where they form a big block. ‘World’s largest lettuce greenhouse’ opens in Temple, Texas That block is slic...

Next string of 100s takes hold this week

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:51:12 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Hot... and only getting hotter.After some nice spots of soaking rain yesterday, our rain chance thins out today to only include a 10% chance of isolated storms late morning through early evening. Afternoon highs will be a few degrees warmer but will top out close to seasonal averages.Friday afternoon forecast high temperaturesThe infamous "heat dome" currently sitting to our west will nudge a bit closer to the state this weekend into next week. This change in pattern will shut down our rain chances and allow temperatures to return to the low 100s.High pressure shuts down rain chances this weekend into next weekLight amounts of Saharan dust are blowing across the Atlantic into our area. While you may notice a light haze in the sky at times this week, there is no impact expected to air quality.Summer Fan DriveOur Summer Fan Drive is underway! Please click here to find out how you can make an online donation and learn more about Family Eldercare's Summer Fan Drive even...

Literary picks for July 9

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:51:12 GMT

Bestselling authors Sujata Massey and Reed Farrel Coleman talk about their new books in separate programs this week at Once Upon a Crime mystery bookstore, 604 W. 26th St., Mpls.Massey’s program begins at 6 p.m. Thursday, July 13, and Coleman takes the podium at 4 p.m. Saturday, July 15.(Courtesy of Sujata Massey)Sujata Massey(Chris Hartlove)Sujata Massey, who grew up in the Twin Cities, introduces “The Mistress of Bhatia House,” latest in her series featuring Perveen Mistry, the only female lawyer in Bombay in the 1920s. Her novel, which grapples with class divisions, sexism, and family dynamics, was named one of the best new books for summer 2023 by the Boston Globe.It’s 1922 and Perveen is attending a fundraiser for a new women’s hospital when the grandson of an influential Gujarati businessman catches fire and his young ayah (servant) rushes to save him and is badly burned. Perveen learns the woman, Sunanda, has been arrested on trumped-up charges a...

Noah Feldman: Supreme Court’s conservative revolution comes into sharper focus

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:51:12 GMT

The Supreme Court’s conservative judicial revolution is taking on a recognizable, three-pronged structure.On big-ticket, hot button issues, like abortion and affirmative action, the court blows precedent out of the water and replaces it with a ruling that the conservative legal movement has been demanding for half a century.On major Democratic initiatives, like climate policy and President Joe Biden’s student loan forgiveness program, the court blocks executive action using Chief Justice John Roberts’s brainchild, the major questions doctrine.In the third category, the revolution takes a breather as each of President Donald Trump’s three appointees gets the chance to emphasize a specific legal issue he or she cares about. Roberts and the court’s three liberals provide the rest of the votes. The result is a reasonable ruling that avoids major doctrinal upheaval – and doesn’t undermine the rest of the revolution.Examples of this third category...

98.3 TRY Social Dilemma: Should I Have To Disable My Ring Doorbell Camera?

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:51:12 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Today's 98.3 TRY Social Dilemma came from Brian and it's about his Ring doorbell. Here's his email: Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Hi Jaime. Talk about a dilemma. I'm having a big problem. My neighbor wants me to disable my ring doorbell camera. Can you believe it? He’s known that I’ve had it for a year, but now his teenage daughter has decided she wants to spend a portion of each day sunbathing in the yard…the exact part of the yard that my doorbell cam points to. It’s not like I can move it, right? Anyway, when I refused, the guy accused me of being some sort of predator…especially when I had the gall to suggest that she sunbathes in the backyard of their house…or someplace else? He’s threatening to press the issue with the local authorities. Can he really do something like that to force me to remove my security camera? Don't you think he's being unreasonable? Thanks for the help. BrianWell, this...

28th annual Secret Gardens Tour returns Sunday

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:51:12 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Calling all gardening enthusiasts in the Capital Region! The 28th annual Saratoga Soroptimist Secret Gardens Tour returns Sunday, July 9.Rooted in tradition, the Secret Gardens Tour is the biggest fundraiser of the year for its host, Soroptimist International of Saratoga County. The local branch of the service organization supports projects and people that work to improve the lives of women, girls and the community, including Wellspring, which assists victims of domestic violence in Saratoga County. 27th annual Secret Gardens Tour returns Sunday in Saratoga A dozen private gardens in Saratoga Springs and Wilton are featured in this year’s self-guided tour, which takes place (rain or shine!) from July 9, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit their website to purchase advance tickets for $25 online or at select locations, to find details about this year’s gardens, and to learn more about Soroptimist International of Saratoga County.Day-of tour tickets and pr...

Body found on sidewalk along St. Charles Rock Road

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:51:12 GMT

PAGEDALE, Mo. -- The Major Case Squad has been called to investigate a fatal shooting in Pagedale. It happened near the intersection of St. Charles Rock Road and Engelholm, not far from the police station.At around 1 a.m., police responded to reports of a person in distress. A passerby called authorities, telling them about a person lying on the sidewalk along St. Charles Rock Road at Engelholm. Upon arrival, law enforcement discovered the lifeless body of a male victim. He was declared dead at the scene. Shell casings were found near the body. What is causing the mysterious St. Louis County hum? At this stage, Pagedale police have only confirmed the victim's gender, withholding both his age and name from public disclosure. The Pagedale Police Chief stated earlier that no suspects have been identified thus far, leaving the investigation open.As the investigation progresses, law enforcement will continue to gather evidence and seek leads to bring justice to the victim and their lov...

Scattered showers return Friday night and last through the weekend

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:51:12 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Friday starts off nice with a few clouds, lower dew points, and comfortable temperatures. Highs will be in the mid 80s this afternoon as clouds increase. The chance for showers and thunderstorms returns this weekend, starting with a warm front Friday evening and night. Scattered thunderstorms Friday evening may impact outside plans. Some of these storms could be strong and could create some heavy downpours.  St. Louis radar: See a map of current weather here More showers and storms are likely overnight and Saturday through the afternoon as a cold front comes through. Highs on Saturday only around 80. Sunday is looking drier, with a chance of afternoon storms lingering in the southern third of the region. Highs Sunday in the low 80s. We’ll warm back up Monday and Tuesday as sunshine returns.