1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:06,960 Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Boston. 2 00:00:06,960 --> 00:00:11,600 I'm your host Melissa and it's Thursday, April 25th. 3 00:00:11,600 --> 00:00:16,000 Coming up on today's show, we'll get into the weather report, then we'll jump into 4 00:00:16,000 --> 00:00:23,320 some local news and a few interesting happenings in business, science and entertainment. 5 00:00:23,320 --> 00:00:30,280 At first, you'll be interested to know 65 years ago, today in 1959. 6 00:00:30,280 --> 00:00:35,120 One of the largest civil engineering feats ever undertaken, the St. Lawrence Seaway, 7 00:00:35,120 --> 00:00:40,280 officially opened linking the Atlantic Ocean with the Great Lakes. 8 00:00:40,280 --> 00:00:42,000 So now you know. 9 00:00:42,000 --> 00:00:45,120 And now you know what time it is. 10 00:00:45,120 --> 00:00:47,880 It's time for the weather report. 11 00:00:47,880 --> 00:00:50,320 In the Boston area. 12 00:00:50,320 --> 00:00:56,880 This morning it's sunny and feels like 27 degrees, with 8 mile per hour wind. 13 00:00:56,880 --> 00:01:03,800 The sunset will take place at 737 and will rise again tomorrow at 545. 14 00:01:03,800 --> 00:01:09,480 It looks like we're in for a sunny day with a high near 54 and wind of 7 to 9 mile per 15 00:01:09,480 --> 00:01:10,480 hour. 16 00:01:10,480 --> 00:01:11,480 Tonight. 17 00:01:11,480 --> 00:01:16,480 It will be clear with a low around 36. 18 00:01:16,480 --> 00:01:22,200 For all the beach runners out there, the first low tide Thursday will be at 7 a.m. with another 19 00:01:22,200 --> 00:01:26,280 low tide just before 7 p.m. 20 00:01:26,280 --> 00:01:33,920 The nearshore buoy at Cape Cod Bay reads 46 degrees for the water temperature. 21 00:01:33,920 --> 00:01:40,960 Looking ahead in the weather, Friday will be sunny and cool with a high near 56 degrees. 22 00:01:40,960 --> 00:01:46,720 Saturday will be mostly sunny and warmer with a high near 63. 23 00:01:46,720 --> 00:01:52,400 A chance of showers arrives Saturday night and continues into Sunday morning. 24 00:01:52,400 --> 00:01:57,080 Sunday will be mostly cloudy with a high near 67. 25 00:01:57,080 --> 00:02:02,920 Monday turns partly sunny and warmer with a high near 70. 26 00:02:02,920 --> 00:02:05,240 Bonjour food enthusiasts. 27 00:02:05,240 --> 00:02:10,920 This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas. 28 00:02:10,920 --> 00:02:17,320 Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this cafe is a haven 29 00:02:17,320 --> 00:02:20,080 for culinary delights. 30 00:02:20,080 --> 00:02:25,660 Indulge in their amazing eggs Benedict or their gluten-free crepes. 31 00:02:25,660 --> 00:02:30,400 You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee. 32 00:02:30,400 --> 00:02:34,440 They are open every day from 8 to 5. 33 00:02:34,440 --> 00:02:37,880 So stop on by and don't forget to tell them. 34 00:02:37,880 --> 00:02:41,320 Any morning send you. 35 00:02:41,320 --> 00:02:47,920 In local news, in a challenging operation near Cape Cod, 10 dolphins were saved and 36 00:02:47,920 --> 00:02:53,120 returned to the ocean after a near 7-hour rescue effort. 37 00:02:53,120 --> 00:02:58,560 The International Fund for Animal Welfare managed the rescue involving two separate 38 00:02:58,560 --> 00:03:05,900 locations known for difficult conditions due to shallow waters and extreme tides. 39 00:03:05,900 --> 00:03:12,480 The rescue team, comprising 45 people including AmeriCorps members, successfully stabilized 40 00:03:12,480 --> 00:03:17,400 and released the dolphins using a specialized mobile clinic. 41 00:03:17,400 --> 00:03:28,440 This marks a significant effort in wildlife conservation in a known global stranding hotspot. 42 00:03:28,440 --> 00:03:30,640 Now on to sports. 43 00:03:30,640 --> 00:03:37,560 Today prepare for a whirlwind at the NFL Draft as the top 10 picks could usher in unexpected 44 00:03:37,560 --> 00:03:43,880 moves mainly due to the unpredictable quarterback market and other key players. 45 00:03:43,880 --> 00:03:48,880 Insights from coaches and executives suggest a high stakes evening with the Chicago Bears 46 00:03:48,880 --> 00:03:54,600 likely leading off by selecting USC quarterback Caleb Williams. 47 00:03:54,600 --> 00:04:00,720 He's seen as a standout talent, suitable for a team in dire need of a franchise leader. 48 00:04:00,720 --> 00:04:06,000 The subsequent picks are expected to be equally dynamic, with potential trades shaking up 49 00:04:06,000 --> 00:04:12,240 the order as teams like the Washington Commanders and New England Patriots make strategic moves 50 00:04:12,240 --> 00:04:14,920 to secure top talents. 51 00:04:14,920 --> 00:04:19,600 The draft night is set to be a spectacle of strategic gambits and we'll be back tomorrow 52 00:04:19,600 --> 00:04:21,640 with the results. 53 00:04:21,640 --> 00:04:29,980 In local sports, the Red Sox on the road beat the Guardians 8-0 and the Celtics at home 54 00:04:29,980 --> 00:04:34,820 for game 2 lost to the Heat 111-101. 55 00:04:34,820 --> 00:04:39,240 The series is now tied and headed back to Miami on Saturday. 56 00:04:39,240 --> 00:04:45,440 Luckily the Bruins on the road for game 3 beat the Maple Leafs 4-2. 57 00:04:45,440 --> 00:04:49,280 The Bees lead that series 2 games to 1. 58 00:04:49,280 --> 00:04:56,160 And tonight, the Red Sox are on the road in Cleveland to take on the Guardians. 59 00:04:56,160 --> 00:05:03,120 In top news, the U.S. Department of Transportation is implementing new regulations to enhance 60 00:05:03,120 --> 00:05:06,480 consumer protection in air travel. 61 00:05:06,480 --> 00:05:11,760 Announced by Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, these rules mandate airlines to 62 00:05:11,760 --> 00:05:17,500 fully disclose the total cost of flights before ticket purchase and ensure prompt cash refunds 63 00:05:17,500 --> 00:05:21,800 for cancellations or significant changes. 64 00:05:21,800 --> 00:05:27,240 This initiative addresses the rising issue of surprise junk fees, aiming to make pricing 65 00:05:27,240 --> 00:05:31,780 more transparent and reduce the hassle for consumers. 66 00:05:31,780 --> 00:05:36,400 The airline industry, however, has expressed concerns that these regulations could lead 67 00:05:36,400 --> 00:05:42,920 to confusion, arguing that passengers generally do not need or want such detailed information 68 00:05:42,920 --> 00:05:43,920 up front. 69 00:05:43,920 --> 00:05:47,320 And at this point, they might be right. 70 00:05:47,320 --> 00:05:53,600 After years and years of unethical price obfuscation, I probably would be confused when seeing an 71 00:05:53,600 --> 00:05:58,800 honest and straightforward price. 72 00:05:58,800 --> 00:06:05,920 In business news, in May Congress is poised to potentially revolutionize the U.S. cryptocurrency 73 00:06:05,920 --> 00:06:12,060 landscape with a staple coin bill that aims to establish a new regulatory framework for 74 00:06:12,060 --> 00:06:17,800 digital assets pegged to fiat currencies like the U.S. dollar. 75 00:06:17,800 --> 00:06:24,000 This legislation, drafted by Senators Cynthia Lummis and Kirsten Gillibrand, seeks to ban 76 00:06:24,000 --> 00:06:30,200 algorithmic stable coins and require stable coin issuers to be either state-chartered 77 00:06:30,200 --> 00:06:32,520 trust companies or banks. 78 00:06:32,520 --> 00:06:37,800 Notably, it also gives the Federal Reserve significant control, allowing it to block 79 00:06:37,800 --> 00:06:43,560 entities from issuing stable coins with a two-thirds majority vote from its board of 80 00:06:43,560 --> 00:06:44,920 governors. 81 00:06:44,920 --> 00:06:49,960 However, concerns about the bill's lack of anti-money laundering measures could pose 82 00:06:49,960 --> 00:06:55,720 hurdles highlighting the delicate balance policymakers must strike between innovation 83 00:06:55,720 --> 00:06:59,800 and security in the evolving crypto space. 84 00:06:59,800 --> 00:07:05,320 In crypto movement, Bitcoin is just over $64,000. 85 00:07:05,320 --> 00:07:08,440 Ethereum is $3,100. 86 00:07:08,440 --> 00:07:13,280 And Solana is $146. 87 00:07:13,280 --> 00:07:20,440 Moving on to a more local vibe, in our community spotlight on health and wellness, we are working 88 00:07:20,440 --> 00:07:26,680 with a national Pilates studio to bring you some free classes, so listen up. 89 00:07:26,680 --> 00:07:31,120 Check out Club Pilates with several locations in the Boston area. 90 00:07:31,120 --> 00:07:37,160 Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension, 91 00:07:37,160 --> 00:07:40,440 and elevating mental well-being. 92 00:07:40,440 --> 00:07:43,640 Scientific research affirms its benefits. 93 00:07:43,640 --> 00:07:47,880 So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class. 94 00:07:47,880 --> 00:07:54,200 With locations in Canton, Wellesley, Hingham, Brookline, and Framingham, just be sure to 95 00:07:54,200 --> 00:07:58,200 tell them Sunny Morning sent you by. 96 00:07:58,200 --> 00:08:01,680 And now, back to the show. 97 00:08:01,680 --> 00:08:03,560 Let's talk science. 98 00:08:03,560 --> 00:08:09,080 New research highlights an intriguing aspect of how our brains perceive time. 99 00:08:09,080 --> 00:08:14,720 According to a study published in Nature Human Behavior, more memorable images seem to make 100 00:08:14,720 --> 00:08:19,920 time appear longer, enhancing their memorability further. 101 00:08:19,920 --> 00:08:25,160 This phenomenon suggests a possible adaptive function of the brain, allowing it to process 102 00:08:25,160 --> 00:08:30,760 and retain more information by manipulating our perception of time. 103 00:08:30,760 --> 00:08:35,400 The study's findings could have significant implications for understanding how memory 104 00:08:35,400 --> 00:08:40,480 and perception are linked, and might lead to more effective ways of enhancing memory 105 00:08:40,480 --> 00:08:41,480 retention. 106 00:08:41,480 --> 00:08:50,960 And in entertainment news, the sequel, 28 years later, is generating significant buzz 107 00:08:50,960 --> 00:08:56,480 with the announcement of its cast, including Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Ralph 108 00:08:56,480 --> 00:09:00,400 Fiennes under the direction of Danny Boyle. 109 00:09:00,400 --> 00:09:07,120 Boyle reunites with screenwriter Alex Garland to continue their seminal work from the 2002 110 00:09:07,120 --> 00:09:10,080 film 28, Days Later. 111 00:09:10,080 --> 00:09:15,560 The upcoming film, which seeks to extend the narrative into a trilogy, promises to delve 112 00:09:15,560 --> 00:09:20,840 deeper into the post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies. 113 00:09:20,840 --> 00:09:26,680 With the original film's star, Killian Murphy, involved as an executive producer and a strong 114 00:09:26,680 --> 00:09:32,400 production team, expectations are high for this sequel to recapture and expand upon the 115 00:09:32,400 --> 00:09:36,480 original's groundbreaking impact on the zombie genre. 116 00:09:36,480 --> 00:09:42,440 Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day. 117 00:09:42,440 --> 00:09:49,080 And today, our quote comes from the actor, singer, and businessman, Jimmy Dean. 118 00:09:49,080 --> 00:09:56,560 And the successful sausage maker said, I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can 119 00:09:56,560 --> 00:10:01,960 adjust my sails to always reach my destination. 120 00:10:01,960 --> 00:10:04,640 And that's a wrap for this morning. 121 00:10:04,640 --> 00:10:10,880 You can check out our Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for some captivating aerial videos 122 00:10:10,880 --> 00:10:13,360 with local news and the weather reports. 123 00:10:13,360 --> 00:10:19,640 Have an amazing day, my good friends, we'll see you tomorrow with another episode of Sunny 124 00:10:19,640 --> 00:10:46,880 Mornings in Boston.