❤️ In this issue of Pasadena Spotlight 

🌤️ Pasadena, CA Weather

🧬 Caltech Scientists Make Breakthrough in HIV Research: A Step Closer to Effective Treatment

🚔 Pasadena Police Department Ramps Up Patrols to Curb Holiday Impaired Driving

💵 The Price of Plumbing: Decoding the Average Costs in Pasadena

🌌 From Pasadena to the Cosmos: NEOWISE's Legacy Lives On Despite Impending Demise

🏀⚽️🤽‍♀️A Week of Sports Thrills at Pasadena High School

😃 Viral Meme

✨ We Want To Spotlight Your Business!

🗓️ Upcoming Local Events

Good morning, Pasadena Spotlight community! Here's your Sunday, December 17 weather breakdown for our charming city of Pasadena.

The morning starts with a cool 54°, transitioning to a warmer 70° by 10 am under a partly cloudy sky.

The noon will be warm at 72°-76° under a mix of mostly and partly cloudy skies, perfect for light cotton attire.

The afternoon maintains the warm temperature under a mix of cloudy conditions, ideal for lightweight clothes.

The evening sees a decrease in temperature, perfect for a cozy jacket and a serene stroll.

The wind is gentle throughout the day at 2-3 mph, adding to the pleasant weather experience.

Caltech Scientists Make Breakthrough in HIV Research: A Step Closer to Effective Treatment

Researchers at Caltech have shed light on the biological processes underlying HIV's infection process by imaging an elusive HIV protein structure at an atomic scale.

Their work focused on the HIV envelope protein, which enables the virus to invade cells and is a promising target for potential treatments.

The team sought to understand what happens if the 'petals' of this protein can only grab onto one or two receptors on a T cell instead of three.

Their findings revealed that the virus may not be able to initiate the infection process in such scenarios, providing valuable insights that could guide the design of new therapeutics.

Pasadena Police Department Ramps Up Patrols to Curb Holiday Impaired Driving

The Pasadena Police Department, in alignment with the National "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" Enforcement Campaign, is ramping up efforts to tackle drunk and drugged driving this holiday season.

The initiative includes an increase in patrolling officers, focusing on drivers suspected of being under the influence.

The heightened enforcement comes in response to the increased risk of alcohol-related accidents during the holidays.

The department is encouraging residents to either stay home or plan a safe ride if they plan to drink, reminding the public that substances like marijuana and certain medications can also impair driving.

The campaign is funded by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety and will run through New Year's Day.

The Price of Plumbing: Decoding the Average Costs in Pasadena

Unpredictable plumbing emergencies in Pasadena, often resulting from natural disasters or pipe bursts, necessitate immediate professional intervention.

The average cost for these emergency services is approximately $194.39. Persistent drain clogs can exacerbate pipe and drain issues, costing an average of $167.44 for repair.

Additionally, leaky old pipes or home renovation projects may demand new pipe installation or replacement, costing on average $436.72.

These figures, derived from Thumbtack data, are subject to change based on various factors.

From Pasadena to the Cosmos: NEOWISE's Legacy Lives On Despite Impending Demise

NASA's Near-Earth Object Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer (NEOWISE), managed by Pasadena's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, is expected to cease operations by 2025 due to an upcoming period of increased solar activity.

Since its 2013 revitalization, NEOWISE has discovered a once-in-a-lifetime comet, spotted over 3,000 near-Earth objects, and bolstered global planetary defense strategies.

Despite its impending end, the data archive from the mission will continue to serve future celestial research.

For more information about NEOWISE, visit: https://science.nasa.gov/mission/neowise

A Week of Sports Thrills at Pasadena High School

Pasadena High School is set for a week of exciting sports matches starting December 18, 2023.

The first match on December 19 involves the Girls Varsity Basketball team against Blair in a non-league game.

The major sporting events are lined up for December 21, with matches involving Boys and Girls Varsity Soccer, Girls Varsity Water Polo, and Girls Varsity Basketball teams, all against Glendale at different venues.

Simultaneously, the Boys and Girls Junior Varsity Soccer teams will challenge Glendale.

The outcomes are not yet known, but the school is eager to showcase team spirit, sportsmanship, and friendly rivalry.

1. Basketball, Girls VR Blair

Date: 12/19/2023

Time: 05:00 PM

Level: VR (Varsity)

Opponent/Title: Blair

Facility: Not specified

Game Type: NonLeague

2. Soccer, Boys VR Glendale

Date: 12/21/2023

Time: 03:45 PM

Level: VR (Varsity)

Opponent/Title: Glendale

Facility: Pasadena

Game Type: League

3. Soccer, Girls VR Glendale

Date: 12/21/2023

Time: 03:45 PM

Level: VR (Varsity)

Opponent/Title: Glendale

Facility: Glendale

Game Type: League

4. Water Polo, Girls VR Glendale

Date: 12/21/2023

Time: 03:45 PM

Level: VR (Varsity)

Opponent/Title: Glendale

Facility: Pasadena

Game Type: League

5. Basketball, Girls VR Glendale

Date: 12/21/2023

Time: 05:15 PM

Level: VR (Varsity)

Opponent/Title: Glendale

Facility: Pasadena

Game Type: League

6. Soccer, Boys JV Glendale

Date: 12/21/2023

Time: 05:15 PM

Level: JV (Junior Varsity)

Opponent/Title: Glendale

Facility: Pasadena

Game Type: League

7. Soccer, Girls JV Glendale

Date: 12/21/2023

Time: 05:15 PM

Level: JV (Junior Varsity)

Opponent/Title: Glendale

Facility: Glendale

Game Type: League

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