Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Boston.
I'm your host Melissa, and it's Monday, May 20th.
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 151 years ago, today, in 1873.
Levi Strauss and Jacob Davis were granted a patent for using copper rivets to strengthen
certain areas of trousers, notably pocket corners.
The patent was credited with giving rise to blue jeans.
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 51 degrees, with 5 mile per hour wind.
The sunset will take place at 8.04 and it will rise again tomorrow at 5.16.
It looks a grin for some clouds through mid-morning, then gradual clearing with a high near 64 and
wind of 3 to 7 mile per hour.
Tonight, partly cloudy with a low around 54.
For all you beach runners out there, the first high tide Monday will be at 10.15 a.m. with
a low tide at 4.
The nearshore buoy at Cape Cod Bay reads 53 degrees for the water temperature.
Looking ahead in the weather.
Tuesday and Wednesday will be sunny and hot, with highs near 82 and 89 degrees, respectively.
Wednesday night will be breezy with thus up to 20 mile per hour.
Thursday will be partly sunny with a chance of afternoon thunderstorms at a high near
84.
The chance of rain continues Thursday night, mainly before 2 a.m.
Friday will be mostly sunny and slightly cooler, with a high near 76.
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In local news, Rafael Devers tied a Red Sox record by homering in five consecutive games,
joining legends like Ted Williams and Jimmy Fox.
His latest two-run blast helped the Red Sox do an 11-3 win over the Cardinals.
Devers has an on-base percentage plus slugging of over one in May and aims to extend his
streak.
The MLB record for consecutive games with a home run is eight.
Now on to sports.
NFL owners are considering rule changes regarding team ownership to allow private equity firms
and institutional investors to hold minority stakes.
This shift aims to increase investment opportunities and financial stability within the league.
The potential changes come as the National Football League seeks to modernize its ownership
structure, making it easier for teams to secure funding without relying solely on individual
wealthy owners.
Discussions are ongoing and any changes would need approval from the league's ownership
group.
In local sports, the Red Sox on the road beat the Cardinals 11-3.
And tonight, the Sox are on the road again in Tampa Bay to take on the Rays.
In top news, high-intensity interval training known as HIIT and strength training both offer
unique health benefits.
It boosts cardiovascular health and burns calories rapidly.
Strength training builds muscle, enhances metabolism, and strengthens bones.
Additionally, both exercise types improve mental health and help manage chronic conditions
like diabetes and heart disease.
Combining HIIT and strength training can optimize overall fitness by providing cardiovascular
and muscular benefits, leading to a well-rounded exercise regimen.
In business news, this week markets are closely watching NVIDIA's earnings report, expected
to reflect strong demand for AI chips.
NVIDIA's performance is pivotal as its stock has surged significantly due to the AI boom.
Investors are also keen on the company's guidance for the coming quarters, as it could
impact the broader tech sector.
Additionally, economic data releases and Federal Reserve minutes will influence market sentiment,
with inflation and interest rate trends being keyed focus areas.
In crypto movement, Bitcoin is back up above $66,000.
Ethereum is $3,000.
And Solana is $168.
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.
Economic 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.
Apple and OpenAI are reportedly preparing a significant announcement for Apple's Worldwide
Developers Conference.
The collaboration is expected to focus on integrating advanced AI capabilities into
Apple's ecosystem, potentially enhancing products like Siri and other applications
with OpenAI's technology.
This move could mark a substantial advancement in AI-driven features for Apple devices, offering
more powerful and intuitive user experiences.
Details of the announcement are anticipated during the conference keynote.
And in entertainment news, Jimmy Kimmel will moderate a conversation with President Joe
Biden and former President Barack Obama next month.
This event aims to address pressing political and social issues, providing insights from
both leaders.
The discussion is part of a broader effort to engage the public in meaningful dialogue.
The exact date and location of the event have not been disclosed yet.
Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day.
And today, our quote comes from the creator of your favorite jeans, Levi Strauss.
He said,
In the old days, people used to risk their lives in India or in the Americas in order to bring back products which now seem to us to have been of comically little worth.
And that's a wrap for this morning.
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Have an amazing day, my good friends.
It's sunny mornings in Boston.