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3 days ago
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On This Date: A Once-Forgotten May Hurricane Struck Florida
A Civil War hurricane once made landfall in Florida before hurricane season started, and it wasn't widely known until a 21st century study brought it to light. On May 28, 1863, 162 years ago today, a Category 2 hurricane slammed ashore near Apalachicola, Florida. This is the first known May U.S. hurricane landfall on record. That was almost two weeks earlier than Hurricane Alma, which also made landfall in the Florida Panhandle on June 9, 1966, the next earliest U.S. hurricane landfall. The hurricane claimed 72 lives in Florida and another 38 lives at sea aboard the vessel Soler two days before landfall. A 2013 study by Michael Chenoweth and C.J. Mock rediscovered this once-forgotten Civil War-era U.S. hurricane. Poring through ship records, including those from the Union Navy blockading the Gulf Coast, as well as local newspaper accounts and other weather records, the study found a tropical storm formed on May 25, then turned north as a hurricane beginning on May 27, before its May 28 sunrise landfall. The hurricane was named "Amanda" after a Union ship driven ashore. According to the study, acting Volunteer Lieutenant George Welch claimed to see Confederate troops and, thus, ordered the ship to be abandoned. But a court the following month failed to turn up evidence of Confederate troops. It's a reminder that more impactful tropical storms and hurricanes can happen even this early in the calendar. Thirteen years ago today, Tropical Storm Beryl very nearly reached hurricane status when it came ashore near Jacksonville Beach just after midnight. Jonathan Erdman is a senior meteorologist at and has been covering national and international weather since 1996. Extreme and bizarre weather are his favorite topics. Reach out to him on Bluesky, X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook.
Korea Herald
4 days ago
- Business
- Korea Herald
Alma Unveils Alma IQ at Eighth Global Alma Academy in Dubrovnik
The next-generation skin analysis platform, set to redefine the aesthetic consultation experience CAESAREA, Israel, May 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Alma, a Sisram Medical company and a global leader in energy-based medical and aesthetic solutions, has officially launched Alma IQ, its next-generation imaging platform, at the eighth Alma Academy, held in Dubrovnik, Croatia. The event gathered nearly 400 physicians and partners from over 46 countries, marking one of Alma's largest global educational event to date. Introduced to a global audience through exclusive live demonstrations, Alma IQ, redefines how practitioners and patients approach aesthetic care from the very first consultation. By delivering real-time, high-definition insights beneath the skin's surface, the platform reveals what the eye cannot see, empowering aesthetic professionals to make informed decisions with unprecedented precision. At the core of Alma IQ is a powerful multi-modal imaging system developed in collaboration with Sylton, a global leader in aesthetic skin visualization. In under 10 seconds, it captures high-resolution images using specialized light modes: True UV, Cross Polarized, Parallel Polarized, and proprietary 360° Light Technology. These reveal skin aspects from texture and pigmentation to inflammation and vascularity, providing a comprehensive profile that helps clinics communicate treatments clearly and foster more informed, engaged patient experiences. "Advanced personalization starts with clarity," said Lior Dayan, CEO of Alma and Sisram Medical. "In aesthetics, the ability to truly see what lies beneath the surface is everything—it's the power to see what others can't, and to treat what others don't." He continued: "Alma IQ delivers that clarity in a way that's both immediate and deeply personal. This is more than technology. It's a shift in how we connect and communicate with patients. It transforms the consultation into a moment of insight and trust—establishing a new foundation for intelligent, personalized aesthetic care." Recognized as the industry's leading global education forum, this year's summit, held from May 22-25, featured 19 internationally renowned experts, including Prof. Ofir Artzi (Israel), Dr. Pina Panchal (U.S.), Dr. Fatima Aguero (Paraguay), and Dr. Chytra Anand (India). In alignment with this year's theme, "The Art of the Patient," each shared advanced clinical strategies and uncovered patient perspectives that put personalization at the forefront of the practice. Among the topics covered were skin aging, pigmentation, scarring, skin tightening, and rejuvenation. The event also featured live demonstrations of Alma's award-winning portfolio of technologies including Alma Harmony, the multi-application platform renowned for its versatility in aesthetic and skin rejuvenation treatments, alongside Harmony Bio-Boost, the brand's signature facial designed to deliver plump, glowing skin with no downtime. Attendees also experienced the global debut of Alma IQ, Alma Hybrid, renowned for its precision in treating scars as well as Alma PrimeX and Opus, both offering advanced, non-invasive solutions for skin tightening, resurfacing, and full-body rejuvenation. About Alma Academy Recognized as the leading professional academy event in the aesthetic industry, Alma Academy is designed to shape the next era of aesthetic medicine through clinical mastery, innovation, and global collaboration. Held annually in key international hubs, including Greece, Spain, Dubai, North America, Italy, and Thailand, the Academy brings together the world's foremost practitioners for a dynamic platform of hands-on training, real-world protocols, and expert-led dialogue. About Alma Alma is a global leader in medical aesthetic solutions, with over 25 years of innovation. We empower practitioners to deliver safe, effective, and life-transforming treatments to their patients, utilizing state-of-the-art, clinically proven solutions such as energy-based device lasers, diagnostics, injectables, and advanced skincare. Alma's multiple award-winning products have set a new benchmark in the medical aesthetic industry, both in terms of clinical excellence and groundbreaking innovations.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Hurricane Season's Opening Act: Where Atlantic Storms Usually Form In June And Its Recent Active Stretch
Flipping the calendar to June means summer is here and school is out, but it's also when hurricane season officially begins in the Atlantic. The acceleration of the season's activity is often gradual until the August and September peak arrives, but history shows why your preparedness plan should already be in place for possible early-season storms. (MORE: 2025 Hurricane Season Outlook) -Long-Term Frequency Of Storms Is Historically Low: On average, there's one June named storm in the Atlantic, Caribbean or Gulf every one to two years. That's just an average, so some years have had multiple June storms while numerous others have had none. -Recent Junes Have Proven To Be More Active: At least two named storms have formed in four of the last five Junes. The only exception was 2022, when one storm developed in the month. -Storms Most Often Form Closer To United States: The southeastern U.S. coast, the Gulf and the northwestern Caribbean Sea are typical breeding grounds for tropical storms in June, as shaded in yellow below. Since that's close to land, it increases the chance of impacts along the Gulf and Southeast coasts of the U.S. when a storm forms. -Continental US Hurricane Landfalls Are Rare: Only four hurricanes have hit the continental U.S. in June since 1950. Audrey in 1957 was the strongest of the bunch, making landfall as a Category 3 in Louisiana. Bonnie (1986), Agnes (1972) and Alma (1966) are the other three June U.S. hurricane landfalls in the last 74 years. -Tropical Storms Can Still Deliver Serious Impacts: Allison in early June 2001 is probably the starkest example of major impacts from a tropical storm. It made landfall as a 50-mph tropical storm near Freeport, Texas, but its remnants lingered for days, which resulted in a multi-billion-dollar, deadly flood disaster across the Houston metro area. We mentioned Agnes's June landfall as a hurricane above, but its worst impacts were felt during its second chapter as a tropical storm that produced disastrous flooding in the Northeast. -Recent Junes Have Provided Examples Of Impactful Tropical Storms: Last year, Tropical Storm Alberto tracked into eastern Mexico on June 20, but still produced 2 to 4 feet of storm surge on the Texas coast and brought 5 to 8 inches of rain to South Texas. Claudette in 2021 produced significant flooding and tornadoes from the Gulf Coast into the Southeast, resulting in four flood deaths in Alabama. Cristobal hit the northern Gulf Coast in early June 2020 and produced significant storm surge as well as heavy rain, gusty winds and tornadoes. -The Atlantic's Had Recent Oddball Storms: It's rare to see storms form farther away from the U.S. in the portion of the Atlantic that stretches from the Caribbean Islands to Africa in June. But the past two years have been exceptions for this part of the ocean basin, with Hurricane Beryl forming in the final days of the month in 2024, and tropical storms Bret and Cindy both developing in the same region in 2023. Beryl was the easternmost Atlantic Basin June hurricane on record, breaking a record from the Trinidad and Tobago hurricane of 1933. -Why June Is Usually A Slower Month: It all boils down to how atmospheric and oceanic conditions evolve through summer. Unfavorable upper-level winds and dry, dusty air from Africa's Sahara Desert tend to inhibit tropical storm development early in the season when compared to August through early October. Sea-surface temperatures in the tropics are also still rising before peaking at their warmest levels in September. -The Storm Names We'll See In 2025: Andrea will be followed by Barry and Chantal to start the list of 21 names. To see the full list, including one newcomer, go to this link. Chris Dolce has been a senior meteorologist with for over 10 years after beginning his career with The Weather Channel in the early 2000s.
Malaysian Reserve
5 days ago
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Alma Unveils Alma IQ at Eighth Global Alma Academy in Dubrovnik
The next-generation skin analysis platform, set to redefine the aesthetic consultation experience CAESAREA, Israel, May 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Alma, a Sisram Medical company and a global leader in energy-based medical and aesthetic solutions, has officially launched Alma IQ, its next-generation imaging platform, at the eighth Alma Academy, held in Dubrovnik, Croatia. The event gathered nearly 400 physicians and partners from over 46 countries, marking one of Alma's largest global educational event to date. Introduced to a global audience through exclusive live demonstrations, Alma IQ, redefines how practitioners and patients approach aesthetic care from the very first consultation. By delivering real-time, high-definition insights beneath the skin's surface, the platform reveals what the eye cannot see, empowering aesthetic professionals to make informed decisions with unprecedented precision. At the core of Alma IQ is a powerful multi-modal imaging system developed in collaboration with Sylton, a global leader in aesthetic skin visualization. In under 10 seconds, it captures high-resolution images using specialized light modes: True UV, Cross Polarized, Parallel Polarized, and proprietary 360° Light Technology. These reveal skin aspects from texture and pigmentation to inflammation and vascularity, providing a comprehensive profile that helps clinics communicate treatments clearly and foster more informed, engaged patient experiences. 'Advanced personalization starts with clarity,' said Lior Dayan, CEO of Alma and Sisram Medical. 'In aesthetics, the ability to truly see what lies beneath the surface is everything—it's the power to see what others can't, and to treat what others don't.' He continued: 'Alma IQ delivers that clarity in a way that's both immediate and deeply personal. This is more than technology. It's a shift in how we connect and communicate with patients. It transforms the consultation into a moment of insight and trust—establishing a new foundation for intelligent, personalized aesthetic care.' Recognized as the industry's leading global education forum, this year's summit, held from May 22-25, featured 19 internationally renowned experts, including Prof. Ofir Artzi (Israel), Dr. Pina Panchal (U.S.), Dr. Fatima Aguero (Paraguay), and Dr. Chytra Anand (India). In alignment with this year's theme, 'The Art of the Patient,' each shared advanced clinical strategies and uncovered patient perspectives that put personalization at the forefront of the practice. Among the topics covered were skin aging, pigmentation, scarring, skin tightening, and rejuvenation. The event also featured live demonstrations of Alma's award-winning portfolio of technologies including Alma Harmony, the multi-application platform renowned for its versatility in aesthetic and skin rejuvenation treatments, alongside Harmony Bio-Boost, the brand's signature facial designed to deliver plump, glowing skin with no downtime. Attendees also experienced the global debut of Alma IQ, Alma Hybrid, renowned for its precision in treating scars as well as Alma PrimeX and Opus, both offering advanced, non-invasive solutions for skin tightening, resurfacing, and full-body rejuvenation. About Alma Academy Recognized as the leading professional academy event in the aesthetic industry, Alma Academy is designed to shape the next era of aesthetic medicine through clinical mastery, innovation, and global collaboration. Held annually in key international hubs, including Greece, Spain, Dubai, North America, Italy, and Thailand, the Academy brings together the world's foremost practitioners for a dynamic platform of hands-on training, real-world protocols, and expert-led dialogue. Learn more About Alma Alma is a global leader in medical aesthetic solutions, with over 25 years of innovation. We empower practitioners to deliver safe, effective, and life-transforming treatments to their patients, utilizing state-of-the-art, clinically proven solutions such as energy-based device lasers, diagnostics, injectables, and advanced skincare. Alma's multiple award-winning products have set a new benchmark in the medical aesthetic industry, both in terms of clinical excellence and groundbreaking innovations. Visit Video – Media Inquiries:prglobal@ View original content:
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Alma Unveils Alma IQ at Eighth Global Alma Academy in Dubrovnik
The next-generation skin analysis platform, set to redefine the aesthetic consultation experience CAESAREA, Israel, May 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Alma, a Sisram Medical company and a global leader in energy-based medical and aesthetic solutions, has officially launched Alma IQ, its next-generation imaging platform, at the eighth Alma Academy, held in Dubrovnik, Croatia. The event gathered nearly 400 physicians and partners from over 46 countries, marking one of Alma's largest global educational event to date. Introduced to a global audience through exclusive live demonstrations, Alma IQ, redefines how practitioners and patients approach aesthetic care from the very first consultation. By delivering real-time, high-definition insights beneath the skin's surface, the platform reveals what the eye cannot see, empowering aesthetic professionals to make informed decisions with unprecedented precision. At the core of Alma IQ is a powerful multi-modal imaging system developed in collaboration with Sylton, a global leader in aesthetic skin visualization. In under 10 seconds, it captures high-resolution images using specialized light modes: True UV, Cross Polarized, Parallel Polarized, and proprietary 360° Light Technology. These reveal skin aspects from texture and pigmentation to inflammation and vascularity, providing a comprehensive profile that helps clinics communicate treatments clearly and foster more informed, engaged patient experiences. "Advanced personalization starts with clarity," said Lior Dayan, CEO of Alma and Sisram Medical. "In aesthetics, the ability to truly see what lies beneath the surface is everything—it's the power to see what others can't, and to treat what others don't." He continued: "Alma IQ delivers that clarity in a way that's both immediate and deeply personal. This is more than technology. It's a shift in how we connect and communicate with patients. It transforms the consultation into a moment of insight and trust—establishing a new foundation for intelligent, personalized aesthetic care." Recognized as the industry's leading global education forum, this year's summit, held from May 22-25, featured 19 internationally renowned experts, including Prof. Ofir Artzi (Israel), Dr. Pina Panchal (U.S.), Dr. Fatima Aguero (Paraguay), and Dr. Chytra Anand (India). In alignment with this year's theme, "The Art of the Patient," each shared advanced clinical strategies and uncovered patient perspectives that put personalization at the forefront of the practice. Among the topics covered were skin aging, pigmentation, scarring, skin tightening, and rejuvenation. The event also featured live demonstrations of Alma's award-winning portfolio of technologies including Alma Harmony, the multi-application platform renowned for its versatility in aesthetic and skin rejuvenation treatments, alongside Harmony Bio-Boost, the brand's signature facial designed to deliver plump, glowing skin with no downtime. Attendees also experienced the global debut of Alma IQ, Alma Hybrid, renowned for its precision in treating scars as well as Alma PrimeX and Opus, both offering advanced, non-invasive solutions for skin tightening, resurfacing, and full-body rejuvenation. About Alma Academy Recognized as the leading professional academy event in the aesthetic industry, Alma Academy is designed to shape the next era of aesthetic medicine through clinical mastery, innovation, and global collaboration. Held annually in key international hubs, including Greece, Spain, Dubai, North America, Italy, and Thailand, the Academy brings together the world's foremost practitioners for a dynamic platform of hands-on training, real-world protocols, and expert-led dialogue. Learn more About Alma Alma is a global leader in medical aesthetic solutions, with over 25 years of innovation. We empower practitioners to deliver safe, effective, and life-transforming treatments to their patients, utilizing state-of-the-art, clinically proven solutions such as energy-based device lasers, diagnostics, injectables, and advanced skincare. Alma's multiple award-winning products have set a new benchmark in the medical aesthetic industry, both in terms of clinical excellence and groundbreaking innovations. Visit Video - Media Inquiries:prglobal@ View original content: SOURCE Alma Sign in to access your portfolio
