Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Boston.
I'm your host Melissa, and it's Thursday, May 30th.
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 113 years ago, today in 1911.
The first Indianapolis 500 automobile race was run in Indianapolis, Indiana, and it was
won by Ray Herron in about 6 hours 42 minutes.
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 rainy and feels like 57 degrees, with 8 mile per hour wind.
The sunset will take place at 8.13, and it will rise again tomorrow at 5.10.
It looks like we're in for some rain and thunderstorms today, before noon, then a chance
of rain.
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 62, and wind of 7 to 10 mile per hour.
Chance of rain is 60%, with amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch.
Tonight, partly cloudy, with a low around 51.
For all you beach runners out there, the first high tide Thursday will be at 5 a.m., with
a low tide just after noon.
The nearshore gooey at Cape Cod Bay reads 60 degrees for the water temperature.
Looking ahead in the weather.
Friday and Saturday will be sunny and warm, with highs in the low 70s.
Sunday will be mostly sunny and even warmer, with a high near 79 degrees.
Monday will be mostly sunny, with a high near 80.
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In local news, Boston City Councilor Aaron Murphy criticized Mayor Michelle Wu's proposal
to allow 11-year-olds to vote on a $1 million youth budget, calling it tone deaf.
Murphy argued that children lack the maturity to make significant financial decisions.
Mayor Wu's plan aims to increase civic engagement among young people, but it has sparked debate
over the appropriate age for involvement in budgetary matters.
The initiative is part of a broader effort to include diverse voices in the city's decision-making
processes.
Now on to sports.
EA Sports, college football video game, returns after a hiatus due to legal issues over name,
image, and likeness rights, also known as NIL.
The new game includes NIL in its Road to Glory mode, allowing players to navigate brand deals
and their impact on stats, while avoiding academics-related penalties.
However, NIL isn't part of Dynasty Mode's recruiting, replaced by brand exposure.
EA opted for this approach to avoid outdated features amid evolving NIL regulations.
The game also incorporates the transfer portal, reflecting real-life college football dynamics.
Future versions may address revenue sharing in collectives.
In local sports, the Red Sox on the road lost to the Orioles 6-1.
Tonight, the Red Sox are at home to take on the Tigers.
In top news, 432 Park Avenue, once a prestigious address on Manhattan's Billionaire's Row,
is embroiled in a major lawsuit over alleged construction defects.
The litigation has led to significant price cuts and increased sales activity, with many
units being sold at a loss.
Some real estate agents are avoiding the building due to its unresolved issues.
Despite these challenges, high-profile sales continue, and some believe the building's
reputation could recover once the legal disputes are settled.
The situation highlights the complex dynamics of luxury real estate and the impact of legal
battles on property values.
In business news, Palantir has secured a $480 million contract from the U.S. Department
of Defense to develop the Maven Smart System prototype aimed at enhancing military data
analytics.
The contract, set for completion by May 2029, will utilize AI to streamline target identification
and intelligence analysis.
While the project aims to improve efficiency, it has sparked controversy over ethical concerns
regarding AI-assisted warfare and minimal human oversight in strike decisions.
Palantir has yet to comment on the award.
In crypto movement, Bitcoin is $68,000, Ethereum is $3,800, 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.
Public 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.
BYD has unveiled a groundbreaking hybrid EV design that allows cars to travel over 1,200
miles without recharging or refueling.
This impressive range surpasses many traditional gasoline cars and positions BYD ahead of competitors
like Volkswagen and Toyota.
The new technology will debut in two sedans priced under 100,000 yuan or $14,000, making
them among the most affordable long-range plug-in vehicles.
BYD's innovation could significantly boost hybrid and electric vehicle adoption, offering
a practical solution with fewer stops for refueling or recharging.
And in entertainment news.
Sony Pictures Entertainment CEO Tony Vinsequera remains optimistic about the future of cinema
despite current challenges.
Speaking on a conference call, Vinsequera attributed the slow box office recovery to
competition with streaming, COVID-19 disruptions, and last year's strikes.
He expects a resurgence in the second half of the year, starting in July with a series
of big film releases.
Vinsequera highlighted the upcoming Bad Boys, Ride or Die movie, which is tracking well
so far, and expressed confidence in other films like The Garfield Movie and the next
Spider-Man installment.
He also noted that Deadpool and Wolverine could be a top-grossing film of the year.
Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day.
And today, our quote comes from the first investor in Facebook, co-founder of PayPal
and founder of Palantir, Peter Thiel.
He said,
It's good to test yourself and develop your talents and ambitions as fully as you can
and achieve greater success.
But I think success is the feeling you get from a job well done, and the key thing is
to do the work.
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.
Had an amazing day, my good friends.
We'll see you tomorrow with another episode of Sunny Mornings in Boston.