Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Boston.
I'm your host Melissa and it's Tuesday, March 26th.
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 entertainment.
At first, you'll be interested to know, 45 years ago, today, in 1979, the Israel-Egypt
peace treaty was signed.
Beginning at the Camp David Accords in 1978, under President Carter, Egyptian President
Sadat, and Israeli Prime Minister Begin, resulted in the first peace treaty between Israel and
Egypt.
Despite political and negotiation challenges, this landmark agreement marked a high point
in the Arab-Israeli peace process during Carter's presidency, with future negotiations encountering
significant obstacles.
So now you know.
And now you know what time it is.
It's time for the weather report.
And now you know what time it is.
It's time for the weather report.
In the Boston area.
This morning it's cloudy and feels like 28 degrees, with 15 mile per hour wind.
The sun's side will take place at 7.03 and it will rise again tomorrow at 6.34.
It looks like we're in for areas of drizzle with a chance of showers and patchy fog afternoon.
Otherwise, cloudy with a high near 37 and wind of 14 to 17 mile per hour.
The chance of precipitation is 40 percent, with new rain amounts of less than a tenth
of an inch.
Tonight, areas of drizzle with a chance of showers and patchy fog.
Otherwise, cloudy with a low around 37 and wind of 8 to 11 mile per hour.
For all you beach runners out there, the first low tide Tuesday will be just after 7 a.m.
with a high tide at 1.
The nearshore buoy at Cape Cod Bay reads 40 degrees for the water temperature.
Looking ahead in the weather.
Wednesday morning may start with showers and fog before turning rainier, reaching a high
of 57 degrees.
Nighttime sees rain likely after 2 a.m. with lows around 47.
Thursday will be rainy throughout, hitting a high of 53 and lows dropping to 41 at night.
Friday's forecast includes a 50 percent chance of rain and highs near 49, becoming partly
cloudy and breezy at night, with lows around 35.
Saturday brightens up to mostly sunny skies and a breezy high of 52 degrees.
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In local news, a dolphin stranded on Cape Cod was successfully released after being
treated at the Dolphin Rescue Center, a new short-term rehabilitation facility in Orleans,
Massachusetts.
The International Fund for Animal Welfare reported that this dolphin was the center's
first patient, requiring less than 24 hours of care before its release at Herring Cove
in Provincetown.
The facility addresses a significant need, given the area sees an average of 70 live
dolphin strandings annually.
The dolphin, suffering from shock, seawater aspiration and trauma, received intensive
care and also received a temporary satellite tag for monitoring.
Now on to sports.
The Connecticut men's basketball team advanced to the Sweet 16, dominating Northwestern with
a 75-58 win.
Their quest for back-to-back national titles continues as they face San Diego State next.
Eukon's impressive streak includes 29 non-conference wins by double digits, showcasing their dominance.
Despite a poor three-point shooting performance, they dominated inside, with key players Tristan
Newton, Cam Spencer, and Donovan Klingon leading the scoring.
Klingon notably achieved a 14-14 double-double with eight blocks.
Eukon's comprehensive strategy has them poised for potential championship success,
reminiscent of Florida's back-to-back titles in 2006 and 2007.
Last night in local sports.
The Celtics on the road lost to the Hawks, 120 to 118.
And tonight.
The Bruins are on the road in Florida to skate with the Panthers.
And top news, targeting belly fat specifically for weight loss is largely a myth.
Our bodies decide where to store and lose fat based on factors beyond our control, such
as genetics and biological sex.
Although visceral fat, which accumulates around the abdomen, poses health risks, the strategies
to reduce it aren't localized, but rather impact the whole body.
Weight loss through a calorie deficit and regular exercise, including high-intensity
interval training, can reduce overall body fat, including abdominal fat.
However, no diet or exercise plan can promise to target belly fat exclusively.
The variability in body fat distribution is natural and largely predetermined, making
generalized weight loss the most effective approach.
And business news.
The U.S. Treasury market, the world's largest financial market, is expanding rapidly, raising
concerns among investors about potential instability.
With annual U.S. Treasury issuance nearly doubling since the pandemic, the market grew
to $27 trillion by 2023.
This growth is driven by the government's need to finance deficits through bond issuance,
amidst expectations of continued government spending increases.
The market's expansion and regulatory changes could pose challenges, including potential
cash shortages similar to those in 2019 and 2020.
The shift towards more short-term debt and the changing landscape of Treasury buyers,
including reduced bank purchases due to regulatory constraints, are notable trends.
Despite these challenges, demand for Treasuries remains strong, partly due to limited alternatives
in the bond market.
The role of foreign investors, especially from Japan, remains significant, though changing
global financial conditions could affect their participation.
In crypto movement, Bitcoin is now over $70,000.
Ethereum is at $3,600.
And Solana is nearing $200.
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.
Scientific 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.
Nissan has updated its electrification strategy, aiming to electrify 16 out of 30 vehicles
by 2026, signaling a shift towards more sustainable transportation.
While specifics on the all-electric versus hybrid mix remain unclear, the U.S. market
can expect seven new models, including e-power and plug-in hybrids.
This move marks a progression from Nissan's 2021 promise, though comparisons are challenging
without detailed vehicle classifications.
Additionally, Nissan anticipates 60 percent of its global portfolio to be electrified
by 2030, increasing the total to 34 vehicles.
Amidst these plans, Nissan seems to be recalibrating its ambitions regarding all-solid state battery
technology, now targeting a broader range of battery innovations by 2028.
And in entertainment news, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo is rebooting with a TV series
at Amazon and GM Studios as Making Progress, which showrunner Vena said expressing her
enthusiasm for adapting Stieg Larsson's iconic novels for television.
The series aims to introduce a new incarnation of Lisbeth Salander, showcasing a woman who
defies societal norms.
While details remain sparse, this standalone story promises to bring a fresh perspective
to the celebrated Millennium Trilogy, which has already inspired multiple film adaptations.
Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day.
And today, our quote comes from Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, said,
It is good to realize that if love and peace can prevail on Earth, and if we can teach
our children to honor nature's gifts, the joys and beauties of the outdoors will be
here forever.
And that's a wrap for this morning.
Remember to stay tuned tomorrow for more news and updates.
Have an amazing day, my good friends.