1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:07,880 Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Boston. 2 00:00:07,880 --> 00:00:11,680 I'm your host Melissa, and it's Monday, August 12th. 3 00:00:11,680 --> 00:00:14,800 You'll be interested to know. 4 00:00:14,800 --> 00:00:22,880 Thirty-six years ago, today, in 1988, American inventor Thomas Alva Edison made perhaps his 5 00:00:22,880 --> 00:00:27,440 most original discovery, the phonograph. 6 00:00:27,440 --> 00:00:34,080 His early recordings were made with indentations embossed into a sheet of tinfoil by a vibrating 7 00:00:34,080 --> 00:00:35,800 stylus. 8 00:00:35,800 --> 00:00:42,200 This invention marked a significant milestone in sound recording technology. 9 00:00:42,200 --> 00:00:44,240 So now you know. 10 00:00:44,240 --> 00:00:48,360 And now, it's time for the weather report. 11 00:00:48,360 --> 00:00:53,600 It looks like we're in for some mostly sunny skies, with temperatures reaching near 80 12 00:00:53,600 --> 00:00:58,320 and a gentle west wind at around 7 to 12 miles per hour. 13 00:00:58,320 --> 00:01:04,280 Tonight, expect it to be partly cloudy with a low around 62. 14 00:01:04,280 --> 00:01:09,880 For all you beach runners out there, the first high tide Monday will be at 515, with a low 15 00:01:09,880 --> 00:01:12,620 tide at 1015. 16 00:01:12,620 --> 00:01:20,840 The near shore buoy at Cape Cod Bay reads 65 degrees for the water temperature. 17 00:01:20,840 --> 00:01:23,240 Looking ahead in the weather. 18 00:01:23,240 --> 00:01:28,800 Look forward to sunny skies from Tuesday to Friday, with daytime highs in the low 80s 19 00:01:28,800 --> 00:01:31,040 and light winds. 20 00:01:31,040 --> 00:01:37,680 Nights will be partly cloudy to mostly clear, with lows around mid-60s. 21 00:01:37,680 --> 00:01:43,320 Expect slight chances of rain showers and thunderstorms on Thursday and Saturday afternoons, 22 00:01:43,320 --> 00:01:46,240 with Saturday night being mostly cloudy. 23 00:01:46,240 --> 00:01:49,440 Bonjour, food enthusiasts! 24 00:01:49,440 --> 00:01:55,120 This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas. 25 00:01:55,120 --> 00:02:01,520 Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this cafe is a haven 26 00:02:01,520 --> 00:02:04,320 for culinary delights. 27 00:02:04,320 --> 00:02:09,880 Indulge in their amazing Eggs Benedict or their gluten-free crepes. 28 00:02:09,880 --> 00:02:14,680 You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee. 29 00:02:14,680 --> 00:02:18,640 They are open every day from 8 to 5. 30 00:02:18,640 --> 00:02:22,080 So stop on by and don't forget to tell them. 31 00:02:22,080 --> 00:02:25,520 Sunny mornings send you. 32 00:02:25,520 --> 00:02:32,120 In local news, Mostyn is turning to Google AI to curb road traffic using technology from 33 00:02:32,120 --> 00:02:37,280 Google's Project Greenlight to improve traffic light timing. 34 00:02:37,280 --> 00:02:42,720 Google's AI measures traffic trends, recommending minor adjustments. 35 00:02:42,720 --> 00:02:49,640 CPS reported that traffic fell more than 50% where the tech was tested. 36 00:02:49,640 --> 00:02:57,120 Project Greenlight is live in over 70 intersections in 13 cities, including Boston and Seattle. 37 00:02:57,120 --> 00:03:01,760 Mayor Michelle Wu emphasized the focus on road safety. 38 00:03:01,760 --> 00:03:08,200 Despite Boston's notorious traffic and high accident rates, even small tweaks, such as 39 00:03:08,200 --> 00:03:18,680 light timing, can significantly improve traffic flow and reduce emissions. 40 00:03:18,680 --> 00:03:21,480 Now on to sports. 41 00:03:21,480 --> 00:03:26,900 Steph Curry has once again dazzled the world, securing an Olympic gold medal with a stunning 42 00:03:26,900 --> 00:03:29,400 performance in Paris. 43 00:03:29,400 --> 00:03:35,880 Known for his incredible three-point shooting, Curry led Team USA to victory against France, 44 00:03:35,880 --> 00:03:42,560 delivering a series of remarkable long-distance shots that left even his teammates in awe. 45 00:03:42,560 --> 00:03:48,720 In his first and likely last Olympics, Curry scored 24 points against France following 46 00:03:48,720 --> 00:03:53,780 a stellar 36-point game versus Serbia in the semifinals. 47 00:03:53,780 --> 00:04:00,080 His unforgettable display, capped by his signature night-night celebration, solidified his legacy 48 00:04:00,080 --> 00:04:04,280 as the best shooter to ever live. 49 00:04:04,280 --> 00:04:13,920 In local sports, the Red Sox at home lost to the Astros 10-2, and tonight, the Red Sox 50 00:04:13,920 --> 00:04:18,520 are at home to take on the Rangers. 51 00:04:18,520 --> 00:04:24,940 In top news, the Internal Revenue Service is intensifying efforts to target high-income 52 00:04:24,940 --> 00:04:29,000 individuals who have not filed tax returns. 53 00:04:29,000 --> 00:04:35,200 This year, the agency sent compliance letters to those earning $400,000 or more in years 54 00:04:35,200 --> 00:04:40,560 without filed returns, including some earning over $1 million. 55 00:04:40,560 --> 00:04:46,400 The IRS advises immediate action to avoid penalties and enforcement measures. 56 00:04:46,400 --> 00:04:53,540 Non-filers making less than $400,000 may also receive notices. 57 00:04:53,540 --> 00:05:02,760 This non-filer initiative focuses on missing returns from tax years between 2017 and 2021. 58 00:05:02,760 --> 00:05:10,080 The unpaid tax amount is estimated to be in the hundreds of millions of dollars. 59 00:05:10,080 --> 00:05:18,240 In business news, venture capital firms are projected to raise under $200 billion in 2024, 60 00:05:18,240 --> 00:05:23,360 a 48% drop from the industry's peak in 2021. 61 00:05:23,360 --> 00:05:29,920 This downturn has led to downsizing and fewer promotions, frustrating younger investors. 62 00:05:29,920 --> 00:05:35,600 Fierce competition for deals has intensified office politics, with many investors growing 63 00:05:35,600 --> 00:05:37,480 disillusioned. 64 00:05:37,480 --> 00:05:42,560 Rising interest rates, delayed initial public offerings, and a slump in public markets have 65 00:05:42,560 --> 00:05:45,720 hit the industry hard. 66 00:05:45,720 --> 00:05:52,200 Frustrations that were manageable during the bull market now seem like deal breakers. 67 00:05:52,200 --> 00:05:58,440 Many investors are considering leaving the industry as opportunities for growth diminish. 68 00:05:58,440 --> 00:06:04,920 In crypto movement, Bitcoin is just under $58,600. 69 00:06:04,920 --> 00:06:08,600 Ethereum is just over $2,500. 70 00:06:08,600 --> 00:06:13,760 And Solana is $143. 71 00:06:13,760 --> 00:06:16,120 Moving on to a more local vibe. 72 00:06:16,120 --> 00:06:22,800 In our community spotlight on health and wellness, we are working with a national Pilates studio 73 00:06:22,800 --> 00:06:27,040 to bring you some free classes, so listen up. 74 00:06:27,040 --> 00:06:31,720 Check out Club Pilates with several locations in the Boston area. 75 00:06:31,720 --> 00:06:37,360 Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension, 76 00:06:37,360 --> 00:06:40,640 and elevating mental well-being. 77 00:06:40,640 --> 00:06:43,840 Scientific research affirms its benefits. 78 00:06:43,840 --> 00:06:48,100 So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class. 79 00:06:48,100 --> 00:06:54,440 With locations in Canton, Wellesley, Hingham, Brookline, and Framingham, just be sure to 80 00:06:54,440 --> 00:06:58,440 tell them Sunny Morning sent you by. 81 00:06:58,440 --> 00:07:01,920 And now back to the show. 82 00:07:01,920 --> 00:07:03,880 Let's talk science. 83 00:07:03,880 --> 00:07:08,600 Does jewelry and big hair slow down Olympic runners? 84 00:07:08,600 --> 00:07:14,120 Even a little added weight and air drag can make a measurable difference. 85 00:07:14,120 --> 00:07:20,360 According to one physics expert, if it makes you feel strong, go for it. 86 00:07:20,360 --> 00:07:25,840 Olympic athletes spend years perfecting their performance, including their lightweight uniforms. 87 00:07:25,840 --> 00:07:33,080 Yet, at the Paris Olympics, Noah Lyles of Team USA won the men's 100-meter sprint 88 00:07:33,080 --> 00:07:39,160 while wearing a hefty diamond studded chain and a large Omega Speedmaster watch. 89 00:07:39,160 --> 00:07:44,400 The physics suggests that added weight could slightly reduce acceleration, but the difference 90 00:07:44,400 --> 00:07:46,200 is minuscule. 91 00:07:46,200 --> 00:07:53,080 Similarly, voluminous hair could increase air drag, but again, the impact is minimal. 92 00:07:53,080 --> 00:07:57,200 If accessories boost confidence, athletes should go for it. 93 00:07:57,200 --> 00:08:02,360 And in entertainment news. 94 00:08:02,360 --> 00:08:08,040 Deadpool and Wolverine has crossed the $1 billion mark at the global box office, becoming 95 00:08:08,040 --> 00:08:12,040 the newest member of the Billion Dollar Club. 96 00:08:12,040 --> 00:08:17,800 This Disney Marvel sequel, starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, has grossed approximately 97 00:08:17,800 --> 00:08:23,920 $500 million in North America and over $500 million internationally. 98 00:08:23,920 --> 00:08:31,620 It is the second release of 2024, following Disney's Pixar hit, Inside Out 2, to surpass 99 00:08:31,620 --> 00:08:34,160 this milestone. 100 00:08:34,160 --> 00:08:39,640 Directed by Sean Levy, it is the first Marvel Cinematic Universe film, featuring characters 101 00:08:39,640 --> 00:08:45,600 previously licensed to 20th Century Fox, marking a significant win for the Marvel Cinematic 102 00:08:45,600 --> 00:08:46,600 Universe. 103 00:08:46,600 --> 00:08:52,820 Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day. 104 00:08:52,820 --> 00:08:59,720 And today, our quote comes from the American inventor and businessman, Thomas Edison. 105 00:08:59,720 --> 00:09:01,720 And he said, 106 00:09:01,720 --> 00:09:05,320 Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. 107 00:09:05,320 --> 00:09:12,240 The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time. 108 00:09:12,240 --> 00:09:14,920 And that's a wrap for this morning. 109 00:09:14,920 --> 00:09:21,140 You can check out our Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for some captivating aerial videos 110 00:09:21,140 --> 00:09:23,720 with local news and the weather reports. 111 00:09:23,720 --> 00:09:29,880 Have an amazing day, my good friends, we'll see you tomorrow with another episode of Sunny 112 00:09:29,880 --> 00:09:57,320 Mornings in Boston.