Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Boston.
I'm your host Melissa, and it's Thursday, April 11th.
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, science, and entertainment.
At first, you'll be interested to know, 54 years ago, today in 1970.
Apollo 13 launched from Cape Kennedy, Florida, and was a NASA mission that faced a crisis
when an oxygen tank exploded en route to the moon.
This incident jeopardized the lives of astronauts Jim Lovell, Fred Haise, and Jack Swigert.
Initially aiming for a lunar landing, the mission's objectives were drastically altered
following the explosion.
The crew had to use the lunar module as a lifeboat for a safe return to Earth, foregoing
their moon landing.
This event turned a routine spaceflight into a dramatic survival mission, showcasing the
ingenuity and resilience of both the astronauts and the ground team.
So now you know.
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 46 degrees, with 5 mile per hour wind.
The sunset will take place at 721, and it will rise again tomorrow at 607.
It looks like we're in for a chance of rain today with areas of fog.
Otherwise, cloudy, with a high near 54 and wind of 3 to 8 mile per hour.
Tonight.
A chance of rain with patchy fog and a low around 54.
Chance of precipitation is 80 percent, with new rain amounts between a quarter and half
of an inch.
For all you beach runners out there, the first low tide Thursday will be just after 8 a.m.,
with a high tide just before 2 p.m.
The nearshore buoy at Cape Cod Bay reads 43 degrees for the water temperature.
Looking ahead in the weather.
Friday will be rainy and breezy, with showers likely mainly before 2 p.m. and a high near
63 degrees.
Wind could gust as high as 34 mile per hour.
Friday night will be partly cloudy, with a slight chance of showers before midnight and
a low around 48.
The weekend will be breezy, with partly sunny skies and highs in the mid-50s to low 60s.
A slight chance of showers returns Sunday night.
Monday will be mostly sunny, with a high near 67.
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In local news, The Friends Experience is set to make a comeback in Boston this spring,
marking the 30th anniversary of the beloved 1990s sitcom.
Located at 343 Newbury Street in Boston's Back Bay, the exhibit will feature new set
recreations and behind-the-scenes looks at the show's production.
Fans can look forward to exploring iconic sets like Monica's apartment and the Friends
Fountain among others.
They could start at $22 plus taxes and fees and went on sale yesterday with exclusive
online availability.
This event promises to offer fans an immersive journey into the world of Friends, complete
with exclusive merchandise.
Now on to sports.
Major League Baseball is facing an unprecedented pitcher injury crisis, with top pitchers like
Spencer Strider and Shane Bieber suffering from severe elbow issues.
These injuries are closely linked to the pursuit of higher velocity and complex pitches, like
the sweeper.
Keith Meister, a top elbow surgeon and physician for the Texas Rangers, notes a surge in specific
tear patterns due to these pitching styles.
Strider, for example, is potentially facing his second elbow reconstruction in five years,
highlighting a dramatic shift from the past, when one surgery was expected to last a pitcher's
career.
The drive for more strikeouts and better performance is pushing pitchers to their physical limits,
leading to more frequent and severe injuries.
Major League Baseball and the MLB Players Association are at odds over the causes, with
debates around the impact of new rules like the pitch clock, but the underlying issue
remains the relentless quest for greater pitch velocity and effectiveness at the cost of
long-term health.
In local sports, the Red Sox at home lost to the Orioles again 7-5.
Tonight, the Sox try again in Game 3 at home against the Orioles, and the Celtics are at
home to take on the Knicks.
In top news, the debate on how to load a dishwasher is staring households across the U.S., with
even British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak weighing in.
Naina and Steven Edwards, a couple in New York, embody this domestic disagreement.
Naina prefers a more relaxed approach, while Steven meticulously plans the dish placement
for optimal cleanliness.
This household dilemma extends beyond personal preference, where social media talking heads
and experts alike are sparking discussions on the proper methods and efficiency.
A YouGov Omnibus survey found that 65% of Americans believe there's a right and wrong
way to load a dishwasher, highlighting the intensity of this seemingly trivial, yet universally
relatable household debate.
I mean, is it even a debate?
Obviously, you should spend the extra mental time to plan out your methodology and get
as many dishes packed safely with the optimal amount of cleanliness.
Duh.
In business news, combating inflation is proving to be a challenging task, akin to the difficulty
of losing those final few pounds.
Despite significant improvement from two years ago, when inflation peaked at 9%, it remains
stubbornly above 3% this year.
March saw a 3.5% increase in consumer prices from the previous year, signaling a slight
acceleration in inflation.
Essential expenses like rents, car insurance, and electricity are key contributors, affecting
people's daily financial burdens.
Additionally, rising oil prices threaten to escalate gas prices further, complicating
efforts to reduce inflation.
The Federal Reserve aims to lower inflation to its 2% target before considering rate cuts,
maintaining a cautious stance despite market hopes for easing.
This situation underscores the complex and persistent nature of inflation, posing a dilemma
for policymakers and impacting public sentiment towards the economy.
In crypto movement, Bitcoin is now just over $70,000.
Ethereum is at $3,500.
And Solana is $173.
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,
Kingham, Brookline, and Framingham.
Just be sure to tell them, Sunny Morning sent you by.
And now, back to the show.
Let's talk tech.
Starting today, internet service providers in the U.S. must display clear labels that
provide consumers with essential information about prices, speeds, and data caps.
This FCC mandate aims to enhance transparency, especially at the point of sale, ensuring
that customers understand the terms of their internet service plans.
Large providers with over 100,000 subscribers must comply immediately, while smaller providers
have until October 10, 2024.
The labels will detail monthly charges, one-time fees, speed and latency, data allowances,
and any additional costs for exceeding data caps.
This initiative, part of a broader effort to eliminate hidden fees and provide consumers
with straightforward pricing, has been met with resistance from some internet service
providers.
However, major companies like Comcast, AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile are already in compliance,
showcasing the FCC's commitment to consumer rights and the importance of transparency
in broadband services.
And in entertainment news, Kevin Costner expressed his willingness to return to Yellowstone for
the final season to conclude his character's story.
Amid rumors of his departure and potential legal action against Paramount, Costner revealed
at CinemaCon that while he envisioned participating in seven seasons, his future on the show remains
uncertain.
He mentioned a desire for input on his character's fate, which is not typically allowed by the
co-creator Taylor Sheridan.
As production for the next part of season five is expected to start soon, time for negotiating
Costner's return is dwindling.
Meanwhile, Costner's film Horizon, an American saga, is set to premiere at Cannes, marking
his return to the festival after 20 years.
Well, all righty, folks.
It's time for the quote of the day.
And today, our quote comes from the command module pilot of Apollo 13, Jack Swigert.
I'm going to get there, stir up your cryo tanks, in addition, I have a shaft and trunnion for
looking to comment Bennett if you need it.
Okay.
Stand by.
Okay, Houston, we've had a problem here.
This is Houston.
Say again, please.
Houston, we've had a problem.
We've had a main B bus undervolt.
Roger, main B undervolt.
Okay, stand by, 13.
We're looking at it.
And we had a pretty large bang associated with the caution and warning there.
And if you ever recall, main B was the one that had a spike on it once before.
And that's a wrap for this morning.
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Have an amazing day, my good friends, we'll see you tomorrow with another episode of Sunny
Mornings in Boston.