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Weekend forecast: cooler temperatures and chance of showers

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:46:44 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Friday morning greeted the residents with a much nicer feeling as the intense humidity had finally dissipated. The day began with a watchful eye on spots of fog and increasing clouds. In the southernmost counties, the forecast called for a cloudy day with occasional showers, while temperatures were expected to reach the low 80s.As the evening rolled in, the skies cleared once more, providing a tranquil and comfortable overnight experience. Wake-up temperatures were expected to be in the pleasant 60s. Saturday promised to be a sunny and enjoyable day for July, with highs reaching the mid-80s. There was a slight chance of a shower or storm later in the evening as a cold front approached, but most areas were likely to remain dry.Sunday would see a further climb in temperatures to the mid- to upper 80s, accompanied by the possibility of an afternoon storm. Nonetheless, much of the day was anticipated to be rain-free and sunny.Looking ahead to the next work week, the heat wa...

Ask Amy: Broken romance also breaks friendship

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:46:44 GMT

Dear Amy: I was in a four-year relationship that ended last year. We weathered the pandemic together and had good times, but I didn’t believe we were a good romantic match. She was emotionally fragile and dealt with depression when we first met, but she was her very best self when we were together.We moved in together much too soon.My former partner and I broke up amicably and I had every intention to stay friends with her. However, a romance began to blossom between myself and a mutual friend.I understand my former partner’s pain. I never wanted to hurt her.I moved on with the other person. I’ve thought about building a family with her and have posted about this online.Now my former partner is incredibly hurt. I just hate that it had to end this way. Honestly, sometimes I think I should sacrifice my own happiness for hers because I feel so guilty now.Recently her friends have been watching my Instagram. I’m sure they will report back to her that I’ve moved in with my girlfriend.Doe...

Russia reports advances in north-east, Ukraine disagrees

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:46:44 GMT

Russia and Ukraine presented vastly different accounts of fighting in northeastern Ukraine on Tuesday (18 July), with Moscow reporting advances by its troops and Kyiv saying it had seized the initiative in the region.Both sides reported no letup in the fighting.Ukraine has reported a measure of progress in a counteroffensive launched early last month in the east and in capturing villages in the south, while Moscow says it has contained any move forward by Kyiv's forces.The top US general, General Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said he believed Ukraine's counter-offensive was far from a failure, but the fight ahead would be long and bloody.A Russian Defence Ministry spokesman said its forces had advanced by up to 2 km (1.2 miles) in the direction of Kupiansk, an important railway junction in the northeastern Kharkiv region.But Ukrainian Deputy Defence Minister Hanna Maliar said the initiative in the area had switched to Ukrainian forces."The enemy's offensive in ...

Detached house sells for $1.8 million in Palo Alto

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:46:44 GMT

456 Olive Avenue – Google Street ViewA 832-square-foot house built in 1904 has changed hands. The historic property located in the 400 block of Olive Avenue in Palo Alto was sold on July 3, 2023, for $1,775,000, or $2,133 per square foot. The layout of this single-story home includes two bedrooms and one bath. The property occupies a sizable 5,983-square-foot lot which provides abundant outdoor space, including a pool.Additional houses have recently been sold nearby:A 1,013-square-foot home on the 400 block of Fernando Avenue in Palo Alto sold in July 2022, for $2,000,000, a price per square foot of $1,974. The home has 3 bedrooms 1 bathroom.In November 2022, a 975-square-foot home on El Dorado Avenue in Palo Alto sold for $2,418,000, a price per square foot of $2,480. The home has 3 bedrooms 1 bathroom.On El Dorado Avenue, Palo Alto, in February 2023, a 888-square-foot home was sold for $2,500,000, a price per square foot of $2,815. The home has 3 bedrooms 1 bathroom. 

Horoscopes July 21, 2023: Juno Temple, leave no stone unturned

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:46:44 GMT

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Juno Temple, 34; Justin Bartha, 45; Josh Hartnett, 45; Jon Lovitz, 66.Happy Birthday: Set yourself up for advancement. Learn all you can, develop your skills and reach out to those who can answer your questions. Take the initiative and channel your energy into learning, traveling and taking more interest in what others are doing. These interactions will be your ticket to information that sparks your imagination and points you in a positive direction. Leave no stone unturned. Your numbers are 7, 18, 23, 27, 32, 38, 46.ARIES (March 21-April 19): You can’t please everyone, but with focus and discipline, you will delight yourself. Take responsibility for your happiness, and socialize with people who offer plenty of options and food for thought. Don’t miss out on romance, socializing and self-improvement. Live life your way. 3 starsTAURUS (April 20-May 20): Don’t lose sight of your budget and intentions. Look for a direct path to avoid conf...

Word Game: July 21, 2023

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:46:44 GMT

TODAY’S WORD — INFECTED (INFECTED: in-FEK-ted: Passed something harmful, like a disease, to another person.)Average mark 32 wordsTime limit 40 minutesCan you find 39 or more words in INFECTED? The list will be published tomorrow.YESTERDAY’S WORD — SACCHARIN sari sarin scan scar shin anarch arch archaic aria arnica cairn casa cash chai chain chair char chia chic chin china cinch circa crash hair rain ranch rani rash rich inchTo purchase the Word Game book, visit WordGameBooks.com. Order it now for just $5 while supplies last!RULES OF THE GAME:1. Words must be of four or more letters.2. Words that acquire four letters by the addition of “s,” such as “bats” or “dies,” are not allowed.3. Additional words made by adding a “d” or an “s” may not be used. For example, if “bake” is used, “baked” or “bakes” are not allowed, but “bake” and “baking” are admissible.4. Proper nouns, slang words, or vulgar or sexually explicit words are not allowed.Contact Word Game creator...

Bridge: July 21, 2023

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:46:44 GMT

“My husband and I used to let all the little frustrations of our marriage surface at the bridge table,” a club player told me. “I guess many couples are like that. We argued so much we got counselling.”“Did that help?”“We still argue, but now we call it ‘sharing.'”My friend said she and her husband were today’s East-West.“South played at four spades after my husband opened 1NT. He led the king of hearts, and I signaled with the nine. When he continued with the ace and eight, declarer ruffed, drew trumps and led the queen of clubs.”LAST HEART“West played low, but South overtook with the king, ruffed dummy’s last heart and led another club. My hubby won but had to lead a diamond or club, and South made game.“I shared that my husband should lead a low heart at the second trick. On the bidding, I was more likely to have the queen than a doubleton. I’ll shift to a diamond, and we get four tric...

Regions Financial: Q2 Earnings Snapshot

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:46:44 GMT

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — Regions Financial Corp. (RF) on Friday reported second-quarter net income of $581 million.The bank, based in Birmingham, Alabama, said it had earnings of 59 cents per share.The results missed Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of 11 analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of 60 cents per share.The holding company for Regions Bank posted revenue of $2.32 billion in the period. Its revenue net of interest expense was $1.96 billion, exceeding Street forecasts. Eight analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $1.94 billion._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on RF at https://www.zacks.com/ap/RFSource

Denver weather: Mild Friday with an isolated storm

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:46:44 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — In the Denver weather forecast, there will be a mix of sun and clouds Friday with mild highs in the low 80s and a small chance for an isolated shower or storm.Weather today: Comfortable with sunshineDenver finishes off the workweek with partly to mostly sunny skies and comfortable highs in the lower 80s. Human remains found near South Platte River There is a small chance of an isolated shower or storm in the afternoon.Pinpoint Weather: Daily forecast on July 21Weather tonight: Slow-clearing skiesAny clouds that form Friday will gradually clear overnight with seasonal lows near 60 degrees and a light wind. Pinpoint Weather: Overnight forecast on July 21Looking ahead: Heating back up this weekendThe weekend begins with mostly sunny skies and warm highs in the upper 80s on Saturday. Sunday tops out in the middle 90s with plenty of sunshine. Here’s why your plants are dying Monday starts off the next workweek with a few extra clouds and toasty highs in the upper 90...

HEAT ALERTS SOUTH FLORIDA

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:46:44 GMT

HEAT ALERTS BREAKDOWN*Excessive Heat Warning for Miami-Dade until 8pm. Once it expires Heat Advisory will replace the warning and run through Sunday. This is the second time ever that any portion of our region is under an Excessive Heat Warning, which means that the risk for heat related illnesses is significantly higher. *Heat Advisory for Broward through Sunday 8pm.*Heat Advisory for the Florida Keys through 7pm today.Why is Miami-Dade County under an Excessive Heat Warning? The criteria calls for feels like temperatures of 110 degrees or higher for at least 2 consecutive hours. The criteria for the rest of South Florida to be under the warning is at 113 degrees.Reminder to please stay hydrated and avoid long periods of time outdoors.Stay cool South Florida! Vivian GonzalezMeteorologist, AMS Certified WSVN Channel 7