Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Boston.
I'm your host Melissa, and it's Thursday, March 7th.
Coming up on today's show, we'll get into the weather report, then we'll jump into
some local news and a few interesting happenings in business, tech, and science.
At first, you'll be interested to know 148 years ago, today, in 1876, Alexander Graham
Bell received a patent for the telephone.
The invention of the telephone obviously transformed communication globally, but not many people
know.
The inspiration came from his hearing-impaired wife and mother pushing him to pioneer in
the field.
Despite controversies, Bell's establishment of the Bell Telephone Company, now AT&T, and
his 18 communications patents solidified his legacy.
And now that we've learned a little sunsum, it's time for the weather report.
In the Boston area.
This morning it's raining and feels like 36 degrees with 15 mile per hour wind.
The sunset will take place at 541 and it will rise again tomorrow at 607.
It looks like we're in for some rain today with cloudy skies and a high near 46.
Conditions will be breezy with a north wind ranging from 14 to 20 mile per hour and the
chance of rain is 70% with new precipitation amounts around a quarter and a half of an
inch.
Tonight, we'll have another chance of rain under cloudy skies with a low around 35 degrees.
The breeze will continue with a north wind from 16 to 23 mile per hour and gusts of 34.
The chance of rain tonight is 50% with new precipitation amounts expected to be between
a tenth and a quarter of an inch.
For all you beach runners out there, get your rain gear on, the first high tide Thursday
will be just after 8 a.m. with a low tide around 3.
The nearshore buoy at Cape Cod Bay reads 41 degrees for the water temperature.
Now looking ahead in the weather.
Unfortunately, things don't get better.
Friday starts with a slight chance of rain then partly sunny skies with a high near 45.
The weekend brings more rain, especially Saturday night through Sunday with highs up to 51.
Expect breezy conditions and patchy fog leading to a partly sunny Monday with another chance
of rain and a high near 47.
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Boston Pinnacle Properties has obtained a $5.1 million loan from Rockland Trust for
revitalizing a historic Franklin Street building.
This initiative marks the inaugural funding under Boston's new residential conversion
program aiming to transform office spaces into housing.
Rockland Trust collaborates with developer Adam Burns to convert the 145-year-old structure
into 15 modern apartments.
This redevelopment includes studio and one-bedroom apartments, with three adhering to the city's
inclusionary development policy.
Featuring six floors with spacious apartments and 13-foot ceilings, the property stands
as a testament to Boston's architectural heritage.
Construction is anticipated to start soon, aiming for completion within a year, enhancing
downtown Boston's residential options.
Now on to sports.
Steve Garvey, former Major League Baseball MVP, has advanced to face Democratic Rep Adam
Schiff in California's U.S. Senate general election.
Running as a Republican, Garvey was a late entry in the jungle primary, but received
strategic support from Schiff's campaign.
Garvey, known for his 19-season baseball career and World Series win, has not garnered endorsements
from his ex-teammates.
Despite the challenge, Garvey is inspired by Tommy Lasordes' You Gotta Believe mantra
aiming for an upset in a Democratic stronghold.
Last night, there were no professional Boston sports, but tonight the Celtics are on the
road to tip off against the Denver Nuggets, and the Bruins, staying home, are skating
against the Maple Leafs.
And top news, a check signed by Steve Jobs in 1976 to pay an Apple phone bill is currently
up for auction, providing a unique piece of tech history.
This check, dated July 8, 1976, is from the early days of Apple, offering insight into
the company's modest beginnings.
According to Pacific Telephone, the check for $201.41 features Jobs' signature and
is preserved in very fine condition.
The auction piece resonates with collectors, given its connection to Jobs and the pre-iPhone
era of Apple.
Bidding is open until March 21, with a price already surpassing $15,000, a testament to
its value on my enthusiasts.
In business news, Bank of America set a new record in 2023, securing 644 U.S. patents,
focusing on advancements in information security, AI, and machine learning.
With an impressive tally of almost 7,000 patents or pending applications globally, over 800
are dedicated to AI, involving inventors across 42 U.S. states and 14 countries.
The bank's patented technologies, including its virtual assistant, Erica, aim to improve
customer financial management.
Bank of America patents also cover programming, online and mobile banking, and payment technologies,
reflecting its broad innovation spectrum.
Annually investing $12 billion in technology, the bank plans to dedicate $3.8 billion to
new tech initiatives this year, underlining its commitment to innovation.
In crypto movement, Bitcoin is currently just over $66,000, Ethereum is nearing $4,000,
and Solana is $138.
Moving on to a more local vibe.
In our community spotlight on health and wellness, we are working with a national Pilates studio
to bring you some free classes, so listen up.
Check out Club Pilates with several locations in the Boston area.
Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension,
and elevating mental well-being.
Public research affirms its benefits.
So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class.
With locations in Canton, Wellesley, Hingham, Brookline, and Framingham, just be sure to
tell them Sunny Morning sent you by.
And now back to the show.
Let's talk tech.
SailDrone has launched its first surveyor autonomous vessel, designed for Navy testing,
marking a new era in ocean intelligence gathering.
The SailDrone 3000, a 20-meter vessel with an aluminum hull, offers durability and cost
effectiveness, differentiating it from its fiberglass and carbon predecessors.
Chosen for its robustness, the aluminum hull enables mass production, addressing the scale
limitations of composite production in the U.S.
SailDrones vessels are key to collecting high-resolution ocean data, aiding in climate science, logistics,
law enforcement, and military applications.
The Navy sees these uncrewed vehicles, like the SailDrone Surveyor, as essential for freeing
crewed vessels for other critical tasks, emphasizing their role in automated observation.
While not intended for combat, these vessels contribute significantly to surface and undersea
intelligence, including anti-submarine warfare, without being weaponized.
And in entertainment news, Bob Iger, Disney's CEO, has signaled a major shift in Marvel's
strategy, emphasizing quality over quantity for the MCU's future.
During a Morgan Stanley conference, Iger revealed that Disney has already canceled some Marvel
projects deemed not strong enough, prioritizing the franchise's integrity.
Despite reductions in Marvel's film and TV output, Iger remains positive, expressing
confidence in the team and the content being produced.
Uncertainty looms over several anticipated Marvel TV series, with projects like Iron
Heart and Armor Wars potentially at risk amid this strategic realignment.
This move may affect the MCU's willingness to take creative risks, yet aims to ensure
future offerings maintain high standards and engage audiences.
Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day.
And today, to help us all through the dreary weather, here's some wise words from the
great character in Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Jess Spuckley.
All I need are some tasty waves, cool buzz, and I'm fine.