1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:06,000 Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Boston. 2 00:00:06,000 --> 00:00:11,600 I'm your host Melissa, and it's Wednesday, May 1st. 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 --> 00:00:23,400 some local news and a few interesting happenings in business, science and entertainment. 5 00:00:23,400 --> 00:00:30,840 At first, you'll be interested to know, 33 years ago, today, in 1991, American baseball 6 00:00:30,840 --> 00:00:38,800 player Ricky Henderson stole the 939th base of his career, surpassing Lou Brock's MLB 7 00:00:38,800 --> 00:00:39,800 record. 8 00:00:39,800 --> 00:00:45,160 Then in 2001, he also set the record for most career run score. 9 00:00:45,160 --> 00:00:50,520 He finished his career with 1,406 steals. 10 00:00:50,520 --> 00:00:52,400 Ricky got some speed. 11 00:00:52,400 --> 00:00:54,120 So now you know. 12 00:00:54,120 --> 00:00:56,640 And now you know what time it is. 13 00:00:56,640 --> 00:01:00,000 It's time for the weather report. 14 00:01:00,000 --> 00:01:02,440 In the Boston area. 15 00:01:02,440 --> 00:01:09,280 This morning, it's cloudy and feels like 43 degrees, with 8 mile per hour wind. 16 00:01:09,280 --> 00:01:16,260 The sunset will take place at 7.44, and it will rise again tomorrow at 5.37. 17 00:01:16,260 --> 00:01:22,520 It looks like we're in for a chance of showers, mainly before 7 a.m., with some patchy fog. 18 00:01:22,520 --> 00:01:29,200 Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a high near 53 and wind around 9 mile per hour. 19 00:01:29,200 --> 00:01:31,960 Chance of precipitation is 30%. 20 00:01:31,960 --> 00:01:37,400 Tonight, mostly cloudy, with a low around 45. 21 00:01:37,400 --> 00:01:43,160 For all you beach runners out there, the first low tide Wednesday will be just after 12 a.m., 22 00:01:43,160 --> 00:01:47,080 with a high tide just before 6 p.m. 23 00:01:47,080 --> 00:01:54,600 The nearshore buoy at Cape Cod Bay reads 49 degrees for the water temperature. 24 00:01:54,600 --> 00:01:56,440 Looking ahead in the weather. 25 00:01:56,440 --> 00:02:02,760 Thursday will be partly sunny, with a chance of showers mainly between 10 a.m. and 1, with 26 00:02:02,760 --> 00:02:06,160 a high near 65 degrees. 27 00:02:06,160 --> 00:02:11,320 Friday and Saturday will be mostly cloudy and cooler, with heists in the mid to upper 28 00:02:11,320 --> 00:02:13,160 50s. 29 00:02:13,160 --> 00:02:18,240 A chance of showers returns Sunday and continues into Sunday night. 30 00:02:18,240 --> 00:02:23,520 Monday turns partly sunny and much warmer, with a high near 72. 31 00:02:23,520 --> 00:02:26,880 Bonjour, food enthusiasts! 32 00:02:26,880 --> 00:02:32,480 This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas. 33 00:02:32,480 --> 00:02:38,980 Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this cafe is a haven 34 00:02:38,980 --> 00:02:41,760 for culinary delights. 35 00:02:41,760 --> 00:02:47,320 Indulge in their amazing Eggs Benedict or their gluten-free crepes. 36 00:02:47,320 --> 00:02:52,080 You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee. 37 00:02:52,080 --> 00:02:56,080 They are open every day from 8 to 5. 38 00:02:56,080 --> 00:02:59,520 So stop on by and don't forget to tell them. 39 00:02:59,520 --> 00:03:02,980 Sunny mornings send you. 40 00:03:02,980 --> 00:03:04,920 In local news. 41 00:03:04,920 --> 00:03:11,120 The Independent Film Festival Boston, now in its 21st year, celebrates eclectic cinema 42 00:03:11,120 --> 00:03:14,640 with a strong sense of community. 43 00:03:14,640 --> 00:03:21,720 This year the festival features 39 films and 55 shorts from around the globe, showing across 44 00:03:21,720 --> 00:03:28,080 various iconic venues in greater Boston from May 1st through May 8th. 45 00:03:28,080 --> 00:03:31,280 The festival is more than just film screenings. 46 00:03:31,280 --> 00:03:38,240 It's a communal experience, where moviegoers can connect over shared stories and experiences. 47 00:03:38,240 --> 00:03:45,840 You can get more detailed info by visiting WBRU.com for specific showtimes at the Somerville 48 00:03:45,840 --> 00:03:55,280 Theatre, the Brattle Theatre, and the Coolidge Corner Theatre. 49 00:03:55,280 --> 00:03:57,400 Now on to sports. 50 00:03:57,400 --> 00:04:03,840 In a thrilling NBA playoff game at Madison Square Garden, Tyrese Maxey led the Philadelphia 51 00:04:03,840 --> 00:04:11,800 76ers to a critical 112-106 overtime victory against the New York Knicks. 52 00:04:11,800 --> 00:04:17,740 Maxey scored a staggering 46 points, including pivotal three-pointers in the closing seconds 53 00:04:17,740 --> 00:04:21,240 of regulation, to force overtime. 54 00:04:21,240 --> 00:04:27,680 This win was crucial as it prevented the 76ers from being eliminated from the playoffs. 55 00:04:27,680 --> 00:04:32,440 The series now returns to Philadelphia for Game 6, with the Knicks leading the series 56 00:04:32,440 --> 00:04:33,440 3-2. 57 00:04:33,440 --> 00:04:40,040 Maxey's performance overshadowed strong efforts by Knicks' Jalen Brunson, who scored 58 00:04:40,040 --> 00:04:41,860 40 points. 59 00:04:41,860 --> 00:04:50,360 In local sports, the Red Sox at home beat the Giants 4-0, and the Bruins at home for 60 00:04:50,360 --> 00:04:56,240 Game 5 lost to the Maple Leafs in overtime 2-1. 61 00:04:56,240 --> 00:05:03,160 And tonight, the Sox are at home for Game 2 of the three-game series against the Giants. 62 00:05:03,160 --> 00:05:08,520 And the Celtics are at home for Game 5 against the Heat. 63 00:05:08,520 --> 00:05:15,240 In top news, the Biden administration introduced a tax credit system to encourage the production 64 00:05:15,240 --> 00:05:22,800 of sustainable aviation fuels, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the airline industry. 65 00:05:22,800 --> 00:05:27,360 Authorized under the Inflation Reduction Act, these incentives are designed to promote the 66 00:05:27,360 --> 00:05:34,880 use of agricultural crops in fuel production, adhering to climate-smart agricultural practices. 67 00:05:34,880 --> 00:05:40,360 The initiative is a significant step towards decarbonizing a sector traditionally challenging 68 00:05:40,360 --> 00:05:46,960 to make eco-friendly, with producers eligible for up to $1.75 per gallon in credits, depending 69 00:05:46,960 --> 00:05:50,480 on the emission reductions achieved. 70 00:05:50,480 --> 00:06:00,040 In business news, Amazon's Q1 advertising revenue soared to nearly $12 billion, a 24% 71 00:06:00,040 --> 00:06:05,680 increase from the previous year, driven significantly by integrating commercials into its Prime Video 72 00:06:05,680 --> 00:06:07,500 Service. 73 00:06:07,500 --> 00:06:13,400 This strategic move, expanding ad presence in markets worldwide, notably boosted financial 74 00:06:13,400 --> 00:06:17,480 results, surpassing the anticipated revenue. 75 00:06:17,480 --> 00:06:24,180 CEO Andy Jassy highlighted the early success of streaming TV ads and the ongoing enhancement 76 00:06:24,180 --> 00:06:30,440 of Prime Video's content portfolio, which includes high-profile projects like NFL games 77 00:06:30,440 --> 00:06:33,620 and the Lord of the Rings series. 78 00:06:33,620 --> 00:06:39,040 This growth in ad revenue is part of a broader surge in Amazon's overall performance, with 79 00:06:39,040 --> 00:06:45,560 total Q1 revenue hitting a record $143 billion. 80 00:06:45,560 --> 00:06:50,840 In crypto movement, Bitcoin is just over $60,000. 81 00:06:50,840 --> 00:06:53,740 Ethereum is $3,000. 82 00:06:53,740 --> 00:06:58,640 And Solana is $126. 83 00:06:58,640 --> 00:07:01,280 Moving on to a more local vibe. 84 00:07:01,280 --> 00:07:07,920 In our community spotlight on health and wellness, we are working with a national Pilates studio 85 00:07:07,920 --> 00:07:12,160 to bring you some free classes, so listen up. 86 00:07:12,160 --> 00:07:16,840 Check out Club Pilates with several locations in the Boston area. 87 00:07:16,840 --> 00:07:22,480 Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension, 88 00:07:22,480 --> 00:07:25,240 and elevating mental well-being. 89 00:07:25,240 --> 00:07:28,960 Scientific research affirms its benefits. 90 00:07:28,960 --> 00:07:33,220 So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class. 91 00:07:33,220 --> 00:07:39,560 With locations in Canton, Wellesley, Hingham, Brookline, and Framingham, just be sure to 92 00:07:39,560 --> 00:07:43,560 tell them Sunny Morning sent you by. 93 00:07:43,560 --> 00:07:47,000 And now back to the show. 94 00:07:47,000 --> 00:07:49,400 Let's talk science. 95 00:07:49,400 --> 00:07:54,520 Researchers have developed a novel type of plastic embedded with bacterial spores that 96 00:07:54,520 --> 00:08:00,400 can digest the material once it's discarded, potentially offering a new solution to the 97 00:08:00,400 --> 00:08:03,920 persistent problem of plastic waste. 98 00:08:03,920 --> 00:08:11,080 By incorporating spores of Bacillus subtilis, a soil bacterium, into thermoplastic polyurethane, 99 00:08:11,080 --> 00:08:16,340 the material remains intact during use, but begins to degrade when exposed to conducive 100 00:08:16,340 --> 00:08:20,880 environmental conditions in landfills or composts. 101 00:08:20,880 --> 00:08:25,840 This approach not only helps in managing plastic waste, but also surprisingly enhances the 102 00:08:25,840 --> 00:08:30,800 strength of the plastic, making it tougher than conventional plastics. 103 00:08:30,800 --> 00:08:40,600 And in entertainment news, Shogun has captivated audiences, emerging as a standout in the realm 104 00:08:40,600 --> 00:08:45,960 of hour-long dramas amidst a trend towards shorter formats. 105 00:08:45,960 --> 00:08:52,160 Its extensive use of Japanese dialogue demands undivided attention from viewers, distinguishing 106 00:08:52,160 --> 00:08:56,800 it from many modern series that accommodate multitasking. 107 00:08:56,800 --> 00:09:02,680 This characteristic not only enhances engagement, but aligns with its intricate storytelling, 108 00:09:02,680 --> 00:09:08,360 reminiscent of prestige TB classics known for their demanding narrative depth. 109 00:09:08,360 --> 00:09:14,180 As it breaks viewing records, Shogun not only showcases the growing appeal of non-English 110 00:09:14,180 --> 00:09:20,240 programming in America, but also reinforces the power of focused, immersive television 111 00:09:20,240 --> 00:09:21,240 experiences. 112 00:09:21,240 --> 00:09:27,600 Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day. 113 00:09:27,600 --> 00:09:33,520 And today, our quote comes from Ricky Henderson, the all-time leading bass stealer. 114 00:09:33,520 --> 00:09:39,680 Luke Brock was the symbol of great bass stealing. 115 00:09:39,680 --> 00:09:44,000 But today, I'm the greatest of all time. 116 00:09:44,000 --> 00:09:50,560 Thank you. 117 00:09:50,560 --> 00:09:53,240 And that's a wrap for this morning. 118 00:09:53,240 --> 00:09:59,440 You can check out our Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for some captivating aerial videos 119 00:09:59,440 --> 00:10:02,040 with local news and the weather reports. 120 00:10:02,040 --> 00:10:05,040 Had an amazing day, my good friends. 121 00:10:05,040 --> 00:10:14,280 We'll see you tomorrow with another episode of Sunny Mornings in Boston.