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Tornado damage to North Carolina Pfizer plant could worsen drug shortages

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:48 GMT

(The Hill) - A tornado that damaged a Pfizer manufacturing facility in North Carolina is sparking concerns about worsening drug shortages in U.S. hospitals and highlighting the vulnerability of the domestic supply chain.Pfizer said its facility in Rocky Mount, N.C., makes nearly 25 percent of the company's sterile injectable medicines used in U.S. hospitals. It sustained serious damage Wednesday by an EF-3 rated tornado, according to the National Weather Service.Pfizer said it was still assessing the damage to determine the impact on production, but all staff were able to evacuate. "We already have teams on the ground assessing the damage and supporting our colleagues, and we are working urgently to determine the best way to get back online as quickly as possible, while ensuring the safety of our people," CEO Albert Bourla tweeted on Thursday. The site is one of the largest sterile injectable facilities in the world, with more than 1.4 million square feet of manufacturing ...

Isolated weekend storms amid ongoing heatwave

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:48 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Today is expected to be our 6th-straight day of meeting or matching the daily record, a mark we've only reached in Austin once before.Afternoon highs will return to the low 100s in most areas today. Austin's forecast high of 105° is likely to tie the record we set just last year. Mainly sunny skies, dry conditions and muggy conditions can be expected areawide.In case you missed it: Austin set an all-time record for number of consecutive days with highs of 105°+. The streak is now at 11 days, but we may drop below that magical number by the end of this weekend.Heat Advisories have been extended through Friday at 8 p.m. These heat alerts will likely be further extended into the weekend and beyond. Excessive Heat Warnings have been dropped (for now).Heat Advisory in effect for most of the area until 8 p.m. FridaySlim rain chances return for the weekend, but only a few will be lucky enough to see rain. Isolated storms are possible late Saturday and Sunday as a boundary ...

Local teaching-supply nonprofit finds permanent home

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:48 GMT

SAN MARCOS, Texas (KXAN) -- The Teacher Reuse, a non-profit dedicated to providing free teaching supplies to Central Texas educators, found a new permanent storefront in San Marcos after months of searching. The store is holding its grand reopening on Saturday. The non-profit was kicked out of its original spot after the start of the previous school year, and since then its founder had been moving supplies from her own personal garage to a storage unit in Buda. PREVIOUS: Local non-profit looking for storefront before new school year The organization's founder, Shelly O'Donnell, said the city of San Marcos reached out to her about a new home. The city gave O'Donnell a building that was not being used, and even gave her extra space because the amount of supplies it had could not fit in just one building. "We are very thankful to the city of San Marcos," O'Donell said. "We want teachers to come here first before they go to the big chain stores and buy things we already have sitting ...

Debate erupts as Francis Howell School Board votes on fate of anti-racism resolution

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:48 GMT

O'Fallon, Mo -- Controversy erupted within the Francis Howell School District as a result of actions taken by the school board, which have the potential to lead to the expiration of an anti-racism resolution within the district. The setting for this unfolding situation was the Francis Howell School District headquarters located off Highway K, where the school board convened for a crucial vote the previous night. The resolution in question, which had garnered much attention and debate, could soon reach its end if the board's decision stands.Opponents of the board's action were vocal in expressing their concerns, arguing that allowing the resolution to expire would send the wrong message. They gathered outside the district headquarters with signs that clearly conveyed their stance on the matter. According to their perspective, the resolution played a crucial role in supporting students from diverse backgrounds and committing the board to speak out against racism, discrimination, and s...

Weekend forecast: cooler temperatures and chance of showers

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:48 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 Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:48 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 Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:48 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 Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:48 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 Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:48 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 Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:48 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...