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Atmospheric cap: How heat charges strong storms

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 15:11:49 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- We tend to only think of what’s going on down here on the ground.  But in reality, almost everything we experience as weather down here on the ground begins up over our heads in the atmosphere above us.  One big feature in that atmosphere that becomes very important this time of year is what is known as the atmospheric cap. Before we can talk about the cap, we need to remember a simple fact about the atmosphere.  That fact is that on an average day, the temperature gets colder as you go higher up in the sky. On average, it gets 3.5 degrees colder for every 1000 feet you go up.  That’s why it is so much colder at the top of a tall mountain like Pikes Peak than it is down at the base of the mountain.  And that brings us to the atmospheric cap. The sun heats up the ground, which heats up the air directly above it.  That air becomes a lot warmer than the air above.  So, like a hot air balloon, t...

USC athletic director Mike Bohn resigns

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 15:11:49 GMT

Southern California athletic director Mike Bohn has resigned.USC confirmed the 62-year-old Bohn's resignation Friday, roughly 3 1/2 years after he succeeded Lynn Swann in the high-profile job.The Trojans' athletic department experienced a surge of success during Bohn's tenure, which was headlined by USC's lucrative decision to move to the Big Ten in 2024.The long-struggling USC football team made a dramatic one-year return to national title contention after the hiring of coach Lincoln Riley last year, while the men's basketball team has made three straight NCAA Tournament appearances under Andy Enfield.In a letter to alumni and the school, USC President Carol Folt briefly thanked Bohn for his service “during a time of rapid transformation and growth.” Son of NBA great Dennis Rodman transferring to USC, joining Bronny James “Over the last four years, the USC athletics department has transformed into a national powerhouse,” Folt wrote. “In our singular pursuit of excellence, I am co...

Beyonce and Jay-Z buy most expensive home in Malibu’s Paradise Cove: Report

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 15:11:49 GMT

Beyonce demanded respect on her check, and that's definitely the case here in California.The superstar and her husband Jay-Z are now the proud owners of the most expensive home ever in the Golden State, reports TMZ.The "'03 Bonnie & Clyde" hitmakers paid a whopping $200 million for a 30,000-square-foot home in the Paradise Cove area in Malibu. It's appropriately nicknamed Billionaires' Row. Jay-Z’s RocNation publishes open letter for Times Square casino bid The site claims the estate is the second most expensive real estate deal in the country. Number one is a $238 million New York City apartment.Believe it or not, the couple got a deal on the home, as it was listed for $295 million, the entertainment site reported. Beyonce teases new project: ‘I can’t wait for you to experience what I’ve been creating’ This isn't the couple's only California property. Jay, whose real name is Shawn Carter, and Beyonce purchased an $88 million Bel-Air mansion back in 2017, which is now close ...

1 Killed in Fiery Car Accident on 60 Freeway [Diamond Bar, CA]

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 15:11:49 GMT

One Pronounced Dead after Fiery Auto Collision near 57 FreewayDIAMOND BAR, CA (May 19, 2023) – Early Sunday morning, one victim was pronounced dead after a car accident on 60 Freeway.Authorities responded to the scene shortly before 4:30 a.m., on the eastbound lanes of the freeway just north of 57 Freeway on May 14th.For reasons under investigation, a collision took place that resulted in at least one of the vehicles becoming engulfed in flames. Responding authorities pronounced one victim dead at the scene.At this time, police have not yet released the identities of those involved.An active investigation to determine further details is still currently underway. Once available, more information will be provided about the fatal car accident on 60 Freeway.The team at Sweet James sends out their heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of the deceased victim. May you find comfort and strength during this devastating time.Losing a loved one due to someone’s recklessnes...

Man Killed in Pedestrian Collision on East Main Street [El Cajon, CA]

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 15:11:49 GMT

Male Pedestrian Pronounced Dead after Fatal Collision near North 2nd StreetEL CAJON, CA (May 19, 2023) – Late Saturday night, one man was pronounced dead after a pedestrian collision on East Main Street.Police responded to the scene around 11:00 p.m., near North 2nd Street on May 13th.Officers say they received reports about a man in his 70s or 80s that was struck by a vehicle.Due to the extent of injuries sustained, medics pronounced the male pedestrian dead at the scene. Although, authorities have not yet released his name or place of residency.Meanwhile, the driver that struck the man stayed at the scene and was cooperating with authorities.Following preliminary duties, alcohol or drugs were ruled out as a potential factor. Anyone with information about the crash is urged to call the El Cajon Police Department at (619) 579-3311. Once available, further details will be provided.The team at Sweet James offers their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends and family of th...

Revolutionizing How to Directly Capture Product Sales Data Using Mobi Software

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 15:11:49 GMT

In an era where real-time data capture is no longer a luxury but a necessity, MFMsoft has launched an AI-driven software named “Mobi” that is set to transform the Consumer Product Industry. Mobi launched with one of the Coca-Cola Bottlers on October 24, 2022. Mobi is designed to effectively capture product sales data from customers’ systems, empowering businesses with access to real-time, and delivering invaluable insights.Reyes Coca-Cola, a global beverage behemoth, initiated this collaboration with MFMsoft in January 2021 which evolved into Mobi. MFMsoft’s primary objective (and challenge) was to develop software capable of capturing sales data without disrupting its customers’ digital environment. MFMsoft achieved this and more with Mobi. Unexpectedly, MFMsoft discovered an additional capability which enables consumer product companies to control product presence on customer online menus.Prior to Mobi’s inception, consumer product companies lacked a digital solu...

Peter Heaton Killed in Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident on Palm Drive [Desert Hot Springs, CA]

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 15:11:49 GMT

86-Year-Old Pedestrian Pronounced Dead after Fatal Collision near Hacienda AvenueDESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA (May 19, 2023) – Saturday afternoon, Peter Heaton was killed in a hit-and-run pedestrian accident on Palm Drive.Police arrived to the scene around 12:30 p.m., near Hacienda Avenue on May 13th.According to reports, 86-year-old Heaton was standing near a bus stop when Kristiana Raylene Saiz veered onto the sidewalk and struck him. Upon impact, Saiz fled the scene without rendering aid or contacting authorities.Despite life-saving efforts, medics later pronounced 86-year-old Heaton, of Desert Hot Springs dead at the scene.Following preliminary duties, officers located and arrested 33-year-old Saiz for hit-and-run causing death. At this time, the crash is still under investigation and any witnesses are encouraged to contact local authorities as soon as possible.No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Deepest condolences are with the famil...

Beyond Traditional Work Practices – Hounder Digital Design and Development Is Changing the Tech Space

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 15:11:49 GMT

Technology is ever evolving – with each passing day, new developments impact the progress of tech companies’ operations. This expansion calls for the implementation of the latest strategies. In this regard, Joshua Northcott and his team at Hounder offer desired results with a non-traditional approach, ready to cater to the client with efficient and budget-friendly solutions.Hounder was co-established by Northcott and his partner Justin Hough as a way to revolutionize the software services industry. As seasoned veterans in this field, Northcott and Hough felt the absence of client-oriented service – they noticed that some of the biggest partnering agencies often failed to provide results, causing a major loss to clients. Cost-friendly, quality projects were not delivered on time. These issues especially took a severe turn for small startups with limited budgets and resources to tackle such projects.Being in the industry for more than a decade, Northcott’s expert eye was able to detec...

Children’s Author Todd Strauss-Schulson’s Revelation: “Your Mind Makes Thoughts Like Your Butt Makes Farts”

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 15:11:49 GMT

From anxious kid to Hollywood director, Todd Strauss-Schulson had to learn mindfulness to work through all his anxious thoughts. His debut children’s book may be gross, but it’s a lesson in mindfulness for kids and parents alike. Anxiety, sorrow, fear – it’s not just the adult brain that has to go toe-to-toe with unpleasant thoughts sometimes. The kid brain is just as susceptible to the feelings, emotions, and thoughts that pop up through the day.It could be an anxiousness about fitting in at recess. It could be the sorrow of an early experience of loss. Maybe, it’s even the fear of the monster hiding under the bed. Kids have a lot to cope with between the ears – how about we start teaching them about mindfulness?But what is the best way to teach children about mindfulness and how to relate to their thoughts? That’s the riddle being solved by author Todd Strauss-Schulson.You probably know him as the Hollywood director behind A Very Harold & Kumar Christmas, The Final Girls (the ...

Letters: Homeless help | Misdirected outrage | Cancer screening

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 15:11:49 GMT

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor.S.J. must help homelessget back on their feetAs some who has lived in downtown San Jose for more than 10 years, homelessness was always something normal to me. Not until I was around 14 did I realize that it was an actual problem.In 2023, a survey was done determining that San Jose is the leading city for homeless people in the South Bay. San Jose has 85 people living on the streets for every 100,000 people.If San Jose was able to create more housing for the homeless then rates could be cut down by a third, leaving more people to be able to worry less about housing and more about taking the next step in life and getting back on their feet.Melissa GutierrezSan JoseWill’s outrage should bedirected at abortion caseRe: “State pork ruling invites interstate economic war” (Page A7, May 18).George Will’s paroxysms over the Supreme Court’s decision to not hear a case that challenged California’...