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Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Boston.

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I'm your host, Melissa, and it's Wednesday, February 28th.

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Coming up on today's show, we'll get into the weather outlook, then we'll jump into

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some local news and a few interesting happenings in business, tech and science.

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Oh boy, today is National Pancake Day.

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They say that pancakes were first invented around 600 BC in ancient Greece, and the way

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we know that is because it was described in poetry.

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So go grab yourself a schmoke and a pancake, because here comes the weather report.

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In the Boston area this morning, it's rainy and feels like 47 degrees, with 20 mph wind.

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The sunset will take place at 5.32 pm and it will rise again tomorrow at 6.20 am.

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It looks like we're in for a day of showers and patchy fog before 9 am, with a high near

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59.

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We'll have wind of 17 to 26 mph, with gusts as high as 46.

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Chance of precipitation is 100%, with new rain amounts between a tenth and quarter of

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an inch.

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Tonight, expect rain mainly before 3 am, and a low around 27, with wind of 26 to 30 mph

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and gusts as high as 46.

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Chance of precipitation is 100%, with new precipitation amounts between a quarter and

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half of an inch.

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For all you beach runners out there, the first low tide Wednesday will be at 8 am with a

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high tide just before 2 pm.

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The nearshore buoy at Cape Cod Bay reads 40 degrees for the water temperature.

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Looking ahead in the weather, we'll see a chilly start on Thursday with a chance of

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snow early, turning sunny but breezy with highs climbing from 35 to 54 degrees by Sunday.

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Nights will be mostly clear, then cloudy with lows in the mid-20s to low 40s.

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Rain chances return Saturday and Sunday night.

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Bonjour, food enthusiasts!

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This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas.

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Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this cafe is a haven

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for culinary delights.

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Indulge in their amazing Eggs Benedict or their gluten-free crepes.

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Stop and grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee.

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They are open every day from 8 to 5.

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So stop on by and don't forget to tell them.

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Sunny mornings send you!

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In local news, you can explore the rich biodiversity of Cape Cod, Massachusetts, a treasure trove

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for winter birdwatching enthusiasts.

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Despite its modest size, this region boasts a variety of habitats, from the mid-Cape's

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restored wetlands at Mass Audubon Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary to the dense forests of

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Dennis's Indian Lands Conservation Area, home to classic New England birds.

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The lower Cape's barrier islands, including the Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge, offer

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a haven for migratory shorebirds.

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Meanwhile, the outer cake features habitats like the Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary,

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supporting hundreds of bird species.

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Each area presents unique birdwatching opportunities, making Cape Cod a must-visit for those looking

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to expand their horizons in the winter months.

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Now on to sports.

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The Chicago Bears, holding the number one overall pick in the NFL Draft for the second

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consecutive year, face a pivotal decision regarding quarterback Justin Fields' future

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with the team.

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General Manager Rand Pulse hinted at a potential trade of Fields if the team opts for a quarterback

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with their top pick, emphasizing the desire to treat Fields fairly in the process.

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With USC's Caleb Williams being a highly anticipated prospect, the Bears' strategy

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remains under wraps.

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Amidst speculation of trading the number one pick again, Pulse assures that any decision

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will prioritize the Bears' best interest without succumbing to external pressures.

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Fields, after a season of mixed performances and recent controversies over his social media

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actions, seeks clarity on his position, which Pulse acknowledges promising ongoing communication

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with Fields' representatives.

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Last night in the NBA, the Celtics at home taking on the 76ers kept their nine-game winning

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streak alive with a win 117-99.

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Jellen Brown topped scoring with 31 points.

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And top news, researchers have developed an app named MindEar designed to alleviate the

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symptoms of tinnitus, a condition characterized by a persistent ringing in the ears.

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In initial trials involving 30 participants, nearly two-thirds reported significant improvements.

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MindEar incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, relaxation exercises,

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and sound therapy, aiming to train the brain to ignore the bothersome noise of tinnitus.

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The app's development is a response to the challenges of accessing traditional treatments,

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which often require expensive and scarce psychological services.

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With plans for larger trials, in collaboration with the University College of London Hospital,

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MindEar represents a promising step towards accessible treatment for tinnitus sufferers.

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And business news, Crestbrook Insurance Company under Nationwide is exiting the California

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home insurance market by June 15, 2025, ceasing renewals for its wealthy clientele.

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This decision reflects a broader strategy to streamline Nationwide's operations, focusing

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on sustainability and competitive pricing across diverse customer needs.

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Despite Crestbrook's departure affecting a small fraction of Nationwide's portfolio,

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it underscores the insurance industry's ongoing adjustments to market dynamics.

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The Nationwide shift aims to consolidate its personal insurance offerings under one brand,

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targeting a broader range of affluent customers.

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In crypto movement, Bitcoin is currently just over $57,000 after a big pop yesterday.

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Ethereum is over $3,200 and Solana is $108.

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Moving on to a more local vibe.

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In our community spotlight on health and wellness, we are working with a national Pilates studio

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to bring you some free classes, so listen up.

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Check out Club Pilates with several locations in the Boston area.

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Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach.

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Cultivating strength, reducing tension, and elevating mental well-being.

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Scientific research affirms its benefits.

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So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class.

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With locations in Canton, Wellesley, Hingham, Brookline, and Framingham, just be sure to

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tell them Sunny Morning sent you by.

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And now back to the show.

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Pilates taught crime and science.

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In a twist that rekindles interest in the unresolved saga of D.B.

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Cooper, Rick McCoy III has stepped forward with a claim that could potentially solve

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the decades-old mystery.

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According to Rick, his father, Richard Floyd McCoy Jr., a Vietnam veteran and skilled parachutist,

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was the infamous skyjacker known as D.B.

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Cooper.

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This assertion is grounded in a startling confession from Rick's mother, who purportedly

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admitted to aiding her husband in the audacious 1971 hijacking, where Cooper parachuted into

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the night with $200,000 and disappeared.

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Richard McCoy Jr. was no stranger to the law, having been apprehended for a similar hijacking

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in 1972, which quickly led to his capture.

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This earlier crime ended in his escape from prison and death in a police confrontation

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in 1974.

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Rick McCoy's revelation introduces a familial dimension to the D.B.

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Cooper case, implicating his mother as an accomplice and suggesting a deeper conspiracy.

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The FBI, entreat by this new lead, has reopened the investigation into Cooper's identity.

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With Rick providing DNA evidence in an attempt to validate his claims, this development offers

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a glimmer of hope in unraveling one of aviation history's most enduring mysteries.

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And in entertainment news, Jake Gyllenhaal and Conor McGregor respond to director Doug

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Lyman's boycott of the Roadhouse remake amidst the film's release controversy.

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Gyllenhaal, playing Dalton, acknowledges Lyman's advocacy for theatrical releases, but emphasizes

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Amazon's clarity on the film being streaming only.

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He advocates for broad viewership in changing times, appreciating Lyman's passion for

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cinema.

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McGregor, playing Knox, also supports data releases but recognizes the business aspect,

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expressing a wish to discuss the release plans with Amazon's CEO, Jeff Bezos.

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The controversy stems from Lyman's critique of Amazon's decision for a streaming release

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over a theater release despite prior discussions of a possible theatrical run.

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Roadhouse is set to release on Amazon March 21st.

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Alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day, and today in honor of National Pancake

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Day, here's a clip from a great flick, Austin Powers, Goldmember.

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Would you like a schmoke and a pancake?

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I want a schmoke and a pancake.

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You know, flapjack and a cigarette?

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All right.

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Sugar and a waffle?

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No.

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Pipe and a grape?

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No.

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Bong and a blintz?

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No.

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A will?

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Then there is no pleasing you.

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That's not right.

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And that's a wrap for this morning.

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Remember to stay tuned tomorrow for more news and updates.

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Have an amazing day, my good friends.