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Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Yahoo
Summer 2025 will be shorter than usual. Here's why
Summer in the Northern Hemisphere will be shorter this year than last year by about 15 minutes, according to An event known as aphelion is happening on July 3. This means the Earth will be at its farthest point from the sun, a factor that does not cause the seasons, but does affect their length. Because Earth moves in an elliptical orbit around the sun, being further away means it travels slower along its orbit. This increases the time it takes to get from the solstice, the beginning of summer, to the equinox, the end of summer, usually making the season longer in the Northern Hemisphere, according to This year, however, is an exception. Due to the gravitational pull of the moon, Jupiter and other bodies in the solar system, Earth's orbit around the sun experiences subtle changes in its trajectory, which this year results in a slightly shorter summer, according to Summer in 2026 will be 3 minutes longer than this year, the website also notes. Despite a shorter summer this year, the effects of aphelion mean that summer in the Northern Hemisphere will continue to get longer. projects that in 1,000 years, summer will likely be six hours longer than it is now. Mattapan man hurt in stabbing charged in connection with woman's death U.S. warns travelers to avoid these Middle Eastern countries In Trump/Musk feud, social media users in China side with Musk Holland man indicted for murder in slaying of Austin Schepper earlier this year Suspect in fatal shooting in Springfield to be arraigned Thursday Read the original article on MassLive.
CBS News
29-06-2025
- Climate
- CBS News
Several Boston public pools to remain closed through summer for repairs
At least nine of the 20 public pools in Boston are currently closed, and five will remain closed for repairs through the summer. A majority of the closures are impacting communities of color in Dorchester, Mattapan, and Roxbury. Holland Community Center in Dorchester has been closed since the COVID-19 pandemic. The pool area has become dirty and rusty. One employee says they have been getting calls about when the location will reopen. But Mayor Michelle Wu says the city is working quickly to get the pools back up and running after a heat wave swept through Boston earlier this week. People flocked to public pools across Massachusetts as temperatures reached 100 on Tuesday. "By the end of this year, we'll have more pools open than anytime in the last decade in the city of Boston. Many of these pools have been closed for a long time. Some have had to be closed because of public health issues that came up with a pump or a filtration system that stopped working," Mayor Wu said. She said that many of the pools are located at schools or community centers, where repairs can only be done during the summer months. Many of the renovations are expected to be finished by the end of the year or by the end of summer. Community leaders in Roxbury and Dorchester say they have been getting a lot of calls asking when the pools will reopen, and that the city's timeline is not soon enough. In 2023, ten of the then 18 public pools were closed during a heat wave for renovations. Closed public pools in Boston The nine pools currently closed are: BCYF Perkins in Dorchester BCYF Holland in Dorchester BCYF Hennigan in Jamaica Plain BPS Madison Park in Roxbury BCYF Blackstone in Boston's South End BCYF Condon in South Boston, which is set to open in July. BCYF Mildred Avenue in Mattapan says it will open in July. BCYF Mirabella in Boston's North End is set to open on July 1. BCYF Clougherty Pool in Charlestown officially opened for the season on Saturday. For a full list of open public pools and splash pads in Boston, click here.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Yahoo
Have you seen her? Boston Police seeking public's help in locating missing teenager
Boston police are asking for the public's assistance in locating a missing teen out of Mattapan. Sally Phillips, 16, of Mattapan, was last seen on Thursday, May 15, in the area of Astoria Street. She is described as a Black female of thin build, and standing about 5′5″. Police say that Phillips may be with Ashton Willis-Leblanc and Nasario McLean. Anyone who has seen Phillips or knows of her whereabouts is urged to call 911 or District B-3 Detectives at 617-343-4712. Those who wish to provide information anonymously may do so through the CrimeStoppers Tip Line by calling 1-800-494-TIPS or texting 'TIP' to CRIME (27463) This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
