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 --> 00:00:12,520 I'm your host Melissa and it's Thursday, June 27th. 3 00:00:12,520 --> 00:00:16,920 Coming up on today's show, we'll get into the weather report, then we'll jump into 4 00:00:16,920 --> 00:00:24,040 some local news and a few interesting happenings in business, science and entertainment. 5 00:00:24,040 --> 00:00:26,600 Today is National Vingo Day. 6 00:00:26,600 --> 00:00:32,920 Vingo, which originated in Italy, is descended from the Italian National Lottery, played 7 00:00:32,920 --> 00:00:35,720 since 1530. 8 00:00:35,720 --> 00:00:42,360 It was then popularized by New York toy salesman Edwin Lowe who discovered the game at a fair 9 00:00:42,360 --> 00:00:46,680 in Jacksonville, Georgia in 1929. 10 00:00:46,680 --> 00:00:53,280 Lowe recreated the game, for friends, naming it Beano, until one day a friend excitedly 11 00:00:53,280 --> 00:00:55,640 shouted bingo. 12 00:00:55,640 --> 00:01:01,440 A similar version, Housy Housy, was also played in the UK. 13 00:01:01,440 --> 00:01:09,480 The national bingo game, using 90 numbers, links between 120 and 180 clubs. 14 00:01:09,480 --> 00:01:14,920 Over 3 million people in the UK play bingo regularly. 15 00:01:14,920 --> 00:01:16,640 So now you know. 16 00:01:16,640 --> 00:01:19,760 And now you know what time it is. 17 00:01:19,760 --> 00:01:22,480 It's time for the weather report. 18 00:01:22,480 --> 00:01:27,640 It looks like we're in for a slight chance of showers after 1pm. 19 00:01:27,640 --> 00:01:34,480 Other than that, mostly sunny with a high near 82 and wind of 5 to 7 mile per hour. 20 00:01:34,480 --> 00:01:41,840 Tonight, a slight chance of showers before 9pm and it will be partly cloudy with a low 21 00:01:41,840 --> 00:01:44,000 around 61. 22 00:01:44,000 --> 00:01:50,000 For all you beach runners out there, the first low tide Thursday will be at 10.15am with 23 00:01:50,000 --> 00:01:52,920 a high tide at 4.30. 24 00:01:52,920 --> 00:02:00,920 The nearshore buoy at Cape Cod Bay reads 63 degrees for the water temperature. 25 00:02:00,920 --> 00:02:03,360 Looking ahead in the weather. 26 00:02:03,360 --> 00:02:11,000 Friday will be sunny with a high near 79 and northwest wind of 6 to 8 mile per hour. 27 00:02:11,000 --> 00:02:17,880 Saturday has a chance of showers, mainly after 4pm with a high near 79. 28 00:02:17,880 --> 00:02:23,040 Showers are expected Saturday night as well with a low around 70. 29 00:02:23,040 --> 00:02:27,400 Showers are expected Sunday with a high near 85. 30 00:02:27,400 --> 00:02:31,400 And Monday will be mostly sunny with a high near 78. 31 00:02:31,400 --> 00:02:35,080 Bonjour, food enthusiasts! 32 00:02:35,080 --> 00:02:40,040 This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas. 33 00:02:40,040 --> 00:02:47,200 Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this cafe is a haven 34 00:02:47,200 --> 00:02:50,000 for culinary delights. 35 00:02:50,000 --> 00:02:55,560 Indulge in their amazing Eggs Benedict or their gluten-free crepes. 36 00:02:55,560 --> 00:03:00,280 You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee. 37 00:03:00,280 --> 00:03:04,320 They are open every day from 8 to 5. 38 00:03:04,320 --> 00:03:07,760 So stop on by and don't forget to tell them. 39 00:03:07,760 --> 00:03:11,200 Sunny mornings send you! 40 00:03:11,200 --> 00:03:17,920 In local news, the Cape Cod Town of Dennis is taking action to curb dangerous conduct 41 00:03:17,920 --> 00:03:21,720 at its beaches this 4th of July. 42 00:03:21,720 --> 00:03:27,120 The town has imposed a parking ban prohibiting the sale of daily parking passes at Mayflower, 43 00:03:27,120 --> 00:03:30,480 Chapman and Bayview beaches. 44 00:03:30,480 --> 00:03:35,960 Only vehicles with a valid 2024 beach sticker will be allowed. 45 00:03:35,960 --> 00:03:41,280 Additionally, parking in nearby neighborhoods or businesses is banned, with violators facing 46 00:03:41,280 --> 00:03:43,680 tickets or towing. 47 00:03:43,680 --> 00:03:50,120 Dennis Police Chief John Brady cited a dramatic increase in unsafe activities such as fighting, 48 00:03:50,120 --> 00:03:53,080 vandalism and binge drinking. 49 00:03:53,080 --> 00:04:02,840 The goal is to ensure a safe, enjoyable holiday for all beach doors. 50 00:04:02,840 --> 00:04:04,800 Now on to sports. 51 00:04:04,800 --> 00:04:12,040 NBC has convinced legendary broadcaster Al Michaels to embrace an artificial intelligence 52 00:04:12,040 --> 00:04:15,880 version of his voice for Olympics coverage. 53 00:04:15,880 --> 00:04:21,440 This AI voice will narrate daily recaps of the summer event on Peacock. 54 00:04:21,440 --> 00:04:28,640 Initially skeptical, Michaels was astonished by the technology, noting it was almost perfect. 55 00:04:28,640 --> 00:04:34,880 Found for his iconic calls in sports history, from Super Bowls to the 1980 Olympics, Michaels' 56 00:04:34,880 --> 00:04:38,320 voice is both his livelihood and legacy. 57 00:04:38,320 --> 00:04:44,600 NBC trained the AI on his past appearances, ensuring it captures his unique delivery and 58 00:04:44,600 --> 00:04:46,600 intonations. 59 00:04:46,600 --> 00:04:51,980 Michaels sees this as a way to stay connected to the Olympic Games. 60 00:04:51,980 --> 00:04:54,240 In local sports 61 00:04:54,240 --> 00:04:59,760 The Red Sox game against the Blue Jays was postponed due to rain. 62 00:04:59,760 --> 00:05:05,560 And tonight, the Sox are off as they await the arrival of the Padres for a three-game 63 00:05:05,560 --> 00:05:06,560 series. 64 00:05:06,560 --> 00:05:13,000 Game one is Friday night with Pivetta facing Vasquez. 65 00:05:13,000 --> 00:05:19,200 In top news, Crescent Regional Hospital in Lancaster, Texas has become the first in the 66 00:05:19,200 --> 00:05:23,880 United States to use holograms for doctor-patient visits. 67 00:05:23,880 --> 00:05:31,720 The hospital has installed a Holobox, a three-dimensional system created by Dutch company Holoconex. 68 00:05:31,720 --> 00:05:36,980 This system projects a life-sized hologram of a doctor, allowing real-time consultations 69 00:05:36,980 --> 00:05:41,000 with patients, even those 30 miles away. 70 00:05:41,000 --> 00:05:46,820 According to Holoconex, the display is 86 inches tall and only requires electricity 71 00:05:46,820 --> 00:05:48,720 and internet. 72 00:05:48,720 --> 00:05:54,800 The box features anti-glare glass, a transparent LCD screen, high-fidelity speakers, and a 73 00:05:54,800 --> 00:06:01,620 multi-touch operating system, enhancing the overall experience. 74 00:06:01,620 --> 00:06:04,320 In business news 75 00:06:04,320 --> 00:06:09,560 Amazon plans to introduce a discount section on its site, featuring cheap items shipped 76 00:06:09,560 --> 00:06:12,800 directly from warehouses in China. 77 00:06:12,800 --> 00:06:18,280 According to the information, this move targets the growing popularity of bargain sites, like 78 00:06:18,280 --> 00:06:20,600 Tmume and Shine. 79 00:06:20,600 --> 00:06:26,440 The new marketplace will offer unbranded fashion, home goods, and daily necessities, with delivery 80 00:06:26,440 --> 00:06:31,220 times between 9 and 11 days. 81 00:06:31,220 --> 00:06:35,680 Sellers can set their own product selection and pricing, producing in small batches to 82 00:06:35,680 --> 00:06:37,760 test demand. 83 00:06:37,760 --> 00:06:39,760 An Amazon spokesperson stated, 84 00:06:39,760 --> 00:06:44,440 "...we are always exploring new ways to work with our selling partners, to delight our 85 00:06:44,440 --> 00:06:50,560 customers with more selection, lower prices, and greater convenience." 86 00:06:50,560 --> 00:06:56,200 In crypto movement, Bitcoin is just under $61,000. 87 00:06:56,200 --> 00:06:59,640 Ethereum is nearing $3300. 88 00:06:59,640 --> 00:07:05,000 And Solana is $137. 89 00:07:05,000 --> 00:07:07,400 Moving on to a more local vibe. 90 00:07:07,400 --> 00:07:14,020 In our community spotlight on health and wellness, we are working with a national Pilates studio 91 00:07:14,020 --> 00:07:18,240 to bring you some free classes, so listen up. 92 00:07:18,240 --> 00:07:22,440 Check out Club Pilates with several locations in the Boston area. 93 00:07:22,440 --> 00:07:28,560 Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension, 94 00:07:28,560 --> 00:07:31,840 and elevating mental well-being. 95 00:07:31,840 --> 00:07:35,040 Scientific research affirms its benefits. 96 00:07:35,040 --> 00:07:41,760 So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class, with locations in Canton, Wellesley, 97 00:07:41,760 --> 00:07:45,120 Hingham, Brookline, and Framingham. 98 00:07:45,120 --> 00:07:49,640 Just be sure to tell them, Sunny Morning sent you by. 99 00:07:49,640 --> 00:07:53,120 And now back to the show. 100 00:07:53,120 --> 00:07:55,400 Let's talk science. 101 00:07:55,400 --> 00:08:02,080 Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, on its first crewed flight, has left two NASA astronauts, 102 00:08:02,080 --> 00:08:07,240 Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, in limbo on the International Space Station. 103 00:08:07,240 --> 00:08:13,000 Initially an eight-day mission, the astronauts launched on June 5th, but are now expected 104 00:08:13,000 --> 00:08:17,000 to return in July due to technical glitches. 105 00:08:17,000 --> 00:08:22,260 Despite issues like helium leaks and thruster failures, NASA assures that Starliner can 106 00:08:22,260 --> 00:08:25,640 safely return in an emergency. 107 00:08:25,640 --> 00:08:31,040 The spacecraft is certified to dock for 45 days, but various systems might extend its 108 00:08:31,040 --> 00:08:34,520 stay up to 72 days. 109 00:08:34,520 --> 00:08:40,320 NASA is closely monitoring the situation, prioritizing safety and mission management. 110 00:08:40,320 --> 00:08:50,880 And in entertainment news, Bruce Springsteen's Born in the USA is celebrating its 40th anniversary, 111 00:08:50,880 --> 00:08:53,360 and it's back on the charts. 112 00:08:53,360 --> 00:09:00,000 The Boss and the E Street Band are scheduled to perform at Citizens Bank Park in August. 113 00:09:00,000 --> 00:09:05,680 Despite a brief break due to vocal issues, they have been touring Europe. 114 00:09:05,680 --> 00:09:10,840 Springsteen will make up for rescheduled shows in South Philadelphia on August 21st 115 00:09:10,840 --> 00:09:13,000 and 23rd. 116 00:09:13,000 --> 00:09:20,080 His album has re-entered the UK chart at number 56, and sales are also up in the United States. 117 00:09:20,080 --> 00:09:24,880 The European tour wraps up at Wembley Stadium on July 27th. 118 00:09:24,880 --> 00:09:31,080 Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day. 119 00:09:31,080 --> 00:09:36,440 And today, our quote comes from the Boss, Bruce Springsteen. 120 00:09:36,440 --> 00:09:37,440 And he said, 121 00:09:37,440 --> 00:09:43,220 War creates an enormous sense of self, and I saw that in my mother. 122 00:09:43,220 --> 00:09:49,700 She was an enormous, towering figure to me, in the best possible way. 123 00:09:49,700 --> 00:09:54,400 I picked up a lot of things from her in the way that I work. 124 00:09:54,400 --> 00:09:57,040 And that's a wrap for this morning. 125 00:09:57,040 --> 00:10:03,280 You can check out our Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for some captivating aerial videos 126 00:10:03,280 --> 00:10:05,760 with local news and the weather reports. 127 00:10:05,760 --> 00:10:08,840 Have an amazing day, my good friends. 128 00:10:08,840 --> 00:10:25,440 We'll see you tomorrow with another episode of Sunny Mornings in Boston.