Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Boston.
I'm your host Melissa, and it's Monday, May 6th.
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.
But first, you'll be interested to know 20 years ago, today, in 2004.
The final episode of the television sitcom Friends aired and was watched by more than
52 million viewers.
The show lasted 10 seasons with 236 episodes.
Shockingly, as one of the most popular shows before the streaming era began, this episode
doesn't make the list of top 25 most watched episodes of all time.
The Apollo 11 moon landing had over 125 million viewers, and the Mashed series finale had
over 105 million.
Yowza!
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 49 degrees, with 6 mile per hour wind.
The sunset will take place at 7.49, and it will rise again tomorrow at 5.31.
It looks like we're in for a slight chance of showers before 8 a.m., then a chance of
showers after 10 a.m., and patchy fog before 11.
Otherwise, partly sunny, with a high near 73, and wind of 6 to 8 mile per hour.
Chance of precipitation is 30 percent, with new rain amounts of less than a tenth of an
inch tonight.
A chance of showers mainly before 7.
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 53.
For all you beach runners out there, the first high tide Monday will be at 10.30 a.m., with
a low tide at 4.30 p.m.
The nearshore buoy at Cape Cod Bay reads 50 degrees for the water temperature.
Looking ahead in the weather.
Tuesday will be sunny and warm, with a high near 76 degrees.
A chance of showers arrives Wednesday and continues through Friday.
Wednesday will be mostly cloudy, with a high near 67.
Thursday and Friday will be mostly cloudy and cooler, with highs in the upper 50s to
near 60.
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In local news, Boston celebrates its first-ever Asian Restaurant Week, starting last week
and running until May 11.
This event features dozens of top Asian-owned eateries across the city, including fast casual
and fine dining options.
Participating restaurants are highlighting three signature dishes for the week.
Diners who order these dishes will receive digital stamps, which can be collected and
exchanged for raffle entries.
Prices include gift cards and exclusive swag like an Asian Restaurant Week apron.
This culinary showcase offers a unique opportunity to explore and support the local Asian Restaurant
community.
You can find more details at bostoneater.com.
Now on to sports.
Shohei Otani delivered an outstanding performance for the Dodgers, hitting two home runs, Sunday
against the Braves, contributing to a 5-1 win, and completing a three-game series sweep.
One of his homers was a monumental 464-foot shot, marking one of the longest in Dodger
Stadium's history.
Otani's current season stats include a leading 364 batting average and 1.11 on-base percentage
plus slugging, showcasing his significant impact in his first season with the Dodgers
amidst high expectations and past controversies.
In local sports, the Red Sox on the road beat the Twins 9-2.
And tonight, the Bruins kick off the second round of the National Hockey Playoffs on the
road in Florida, taking on the Panthers.
In top news, recent global weather patterns, supercharged by record-breaking global temperatures,
are causing unusual and extreme rainfall across various regions, from East Africa to southeastern
Australia.
This has led to devastating floods and infrastructure challenges.
As the planet warms, the atmosphere holds more moisture, contributing to more intense
and frequent downpours.
This shift in climate raises concerns about future infrastructure resilience, economic
impact on insurance and agriculture, and the need for global adaptation to a potentially
wetter environment.
Sounds like it's time to invest in umbrella stocks.
In business news, this week the market will focus on several key events, including earnings
reports from major companies like Tisney, Palantir, and Uber.
Additionally, Apple will potentially unveil a new iPad at its Let Loose product event
on Tuesday.
Federal Reserve officials are set to discuss economic conditions, which could provide insights
into future monetary policies.
Updates on consumer sentiment and lending standards will also be important.
These elements combine to provide a comprehensive overview of potential market movements and
economic health indicators for the week.
In crypto movement, Bitcoin is just over $64,000.
Ethereum is $3,100.
And Solana is $147.
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 science.
Researchers have discovered what might be the deepest blue hole on Earth, the Tom Job
Blue Hole, located underwater near the Mexico-Belize border.
Previously thought to be the second deepest, recent studies suggest it extends at least
1,400 feet below sea level.
Intriguingly, it could be connected to a vast network of underwater caves, potentially harboring
undiscovered marine biodiversity.
This blue hole and its unexplored depths highlight the vast unknowns of our planet's oceanic
environments.
And in entertainment news, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny exceeded its budget by
$100 million, according to financial statements from the production company.
The film starring Harrison Ford faced significant costs, notably $79 million on post-production
alone, to create the aged visuals of Ford.
Despite the high expenditure, the movie underperformed at the box office, earning $384 million, which
was lower than its predecessors when adjusted for inflation.
Consequently, Disney experienced a substantial financial loss, with estimates suggesting
a $143 million shortfall.
Bummer, I liked the movie.
That'll work on that budgeting, though.
After all, money doesn't grow on trees.
Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day.
And today, our quote comes from one of our favorite Friends characters, Joey Tribbiani.
And finally, our biggest item of the night, the 22-foot Gentleman's Day Sailor Sailboat.
The winning bid was a whopping $20,000.
I won?
That was my guess.
What, what, what?
I guessed $20,000!
Joey, it is an auction!
You don't guess, you buy!
What?
And that's a wrap for this morning.
You can check out our Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for some captivating aerial videos,
with local news and the weather reports.
Have an amazing day, my good friends.
We'll see you tomorrow with another episode of Sunny Mornings in Boston.