1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:07,000 Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Boston. 2 00:00:07,000 --> 00:00:12,000 I'm your host Melissa and it's Tuesday, September 3rd. 3 00:00:12,000 --> 00:00:15,000 You'll be interested to know. 4 00:00:15,000 --> 00:00:27,000 Forty-eight years ago, today, in 1976, NASA's robotic spacecraft, Viking 2, landed on Mars after a nearly year-long journey. 5 00:00:27,000 --> 00:00:35,000 It began relaying information about the planet's atmosphere and soil, as well as color photographs of the rocky surface. 6 00:00:35,000 --> 00:00:44,000 This significant achievement marked a milestone in planetary exploration and contributed greatly to our understanding of Mars. 7 00:00:44,000 --> 00:00:47,000 So now you know. 8 00:00:47,000 --> 00:00:51,000 And now, it's time for the weather report. 9 00:00:51,000 --> 00:00:59,000 It looks like we're in for some sunny skies today, with temperatures reaching near 74 and a gentle northwest breeze. 10 00:00:59,000 --> 00:01:07,000 Tonight, expect clear skies with a low around 55 and light winds. 11 00:01:07,000 --> 00:01:16,000 For all you beach runners out there, the first low tide Tuesday will be at 615, with a high tide at 1030. 12 00:01:16,000 --> 00:01:24,000 The nearshore buoy at Cape Cod Bay reads 69 degrees for the water temperature. 13 00:01:24,000 --> 00:01:34,000 Looking ahead in the weather, expect sunny days through Friday with highs in the mid to upper 70s and gentle south to east winds. 14 00:01:34,000 --> 00:01:39,000 Nights will be clear to mostly clear, with lows in the upper 50s. 15 00:01:39,000 --> 00:01:45,000 Rain showers are possible late Friday and Saturday, with mostly cloudy skies. 16 00:01:45,000 --> 00:01:48,000 Bonjour, food enthusiasts! 17 00:01:48,000 --> 00:01:53,000 This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas. 18 00:01:53,000 --> 00:02:02,000 Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this cafe is a haven for culinary delights. 19 00:02:02,000 --> 00:02:08,000 Indulge in their amazing Eggs Benedict or their gluten-free crepes. 20 00:02:08,000 --> 00:02:13,000 You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee. 21 00:02:13,000 --> 00:02:17,000 They are open every day from 8 to 5. 22 00:02:17,000 --> 00:02:20,000 So stop on by and don't forget to tell them. 23 00:02:20,000 --> 00:02:22,000 Sunny mornings send you! 24 00:02:24,000 --> 00:02:37,000 In local news, retired flight attendant Polly Venato is honoring 9-11 victims in a unique way by pushing a beverage cart from Boston to ground zero in New York City. 25 00:02:37,000 --> 00:02:48,000 Venato, who spent much of his career enjoying interactions with passengers, embarked on this journey to recognize the first first responders of the tragic day. 26 00:02:48,000 --> 00:03:02,000 This year marks the fourth Polly's push, with Venato covering 210 miles from the Boston Public Garden 9-11 Memorial to the National September 11th Memorial and Museum. 27 00:03:02,000 --> 00:03:10,000 Venato aims to bring awareness to the heroism of flight crews who faced unimaginable danger on September 11, 2001. 28 00:03:15,000 --> 00:03:17,000 Now onto sports. 29 00:03:18,000 --> 00:03:29,000 A series of posters appeared in Philadelphia on Monday depicting Vice President Kamala Harris in an Eagles helmet, declaring her the official candidate of the NFL team. 30 00:03:29,000 --> 00:03:33,000 However, the Eagles state the posters are counterfeit. 31 00:03:33,000 --> 00:03:37,000 The team is working to remove these misleading political ads. 32 00:03:37,000 --> 00:03:46,000 The green posters, spotted around the city, show Harris holding a football with the phrase, official candidate of the Philadelphia Eagles. 33 00:03:46,000 --> 00:03:50,000 The posters appeared at various locations in Philadelphia. 34 00:03:50,000 --> 00:03:59,000 An NFL team endorsing a candidate is unusual, as the league promotes a nonpartisan initiative. 35 00:03:59,000 --> 00:04:01,000 In local sports. 36 00:04:01,000 --> 00:04:09,000 Yesterday, Boston College football opened their season with a solid 28-13 victory over Florida State. 37 00:04:09,000 --> 00:04:17,000 Thomas Castellanos threw for 106 yards, while Kai Robichaut added 95 yards on the ground. 38 00:04:17,000 --> 00:04:22,000 The Eagles defense played well, holding the Seminoles to just 13 points. 39 00:04:22,000 --> 00:04:28,000 In baseball, the Red Sox were defeated 4-1 by the New York Mets at City Field. 40 00:04:28,000 --> 00:04:35,000 Brian Thao pitched six innings, giving up three runs and striking out five. 41 00:04:35,000 --> 00:04:41,000 Jaron Duran had two hits and a walk, but the Sox couldn't muster enough offense. 42 00:04:41,000 --> 00:04:48,000 Tonight, the Sox will look to even the series with Cutter Crawford on the mound against David Peterson. 43 00:04:48,000 --> 00:04:59,000 Boston is currently third in the AL East with a 70-68 record, making this a crucial game as they push for a wild card spot. 44 00:04:59,000 --> 00:05:09,000 In top news, about 40% of people over 65 with suspected dementia in the United Kingdom are not diagnosed. 45 00:05:09,000 --> 00:05:14,000 Early diagnosis is crucial for accessing specialized support. 46 00:05:14,000 --> 00:05:23,000 A YouGov study with Alzheimer's Research United Kingdom found that only 49% recognized memory loss as a dementia symptom. 47 00:05:23,000 --> 00:05:27,000 22% had no idea how it affects people. 48 00:05:27,000 --> 00:05:33,000 Early signs like losing smell and struggling with tasks often go unnoticed. 49 00:05:33,000 --> 00:05:42,000 Dementia can affect driving through vision changes, balance issues, and visospatial awareness loss, making safe driving difficult. 50 00:05:42,000 --> 00:05:47,000 If struggling with these while driving, seek medical help. 51 00:05:47,000 --> 00:05:56,000 In business news, Crypto Bros are no longer flipping watches, creating issues for luxury brands. 52 00:05:56,000 --> 00:06:03,000 Falling prices in the secondhand watch market suggest a prolonged recovery for first-hand sales. 53 00:06:03,000 --> 00:06:11,000 Europe's top luxury companies, including Rikmont and Air Mace, reported declines in watch sales. 54 00:06:11,000 --> 00:06:21,000 The vibrant secondhand market, worth $25 billion annually, has seen a glut of inventory, causing longer wait times for resale. 55 00:06:21,000 --> 00:06:26,000 Speculators who once drove up prices have pulled back. 56 00:06:26,000 --> 00:06:34,000 While certain brands like Hatek Philippe benefit from pent-up demand, others face a mixed outlook. 57 00:06:34,000 --> 00:06:40,000 Nine consecutive quarters of falling values are challenging for luxury watchmakers. 58 00:06:40,000 --> 00:06:50,000 In crypto movement, Bitcoin is just over $59,100. Ethereum is just over $2,500. 59 00:06:50,000 --> 00:06:55,000 And Solana is $135. 60 00:06:55,000 --> 00:06:58,000 Moving on to a more local vibe. 61 00:06:58,000 --> 00:07:08,000 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. 62 00:07:08,000 --> 00:07:13,000 Check out Club Pilates with several locations in the Boston area. 63 00:07:13,000 --> 00:07:21,000 Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension, and elevating mental well-being. 64 00:07:21,000 --> 00:07:25,000 Scientific research affirms its benefits. 65 00:07:25,000 --> 00:07:29,000 So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class. 66 00:07:29,000 --> 00:07:39,000 With locations in Canton, Wellesley, Hingham, Brookline, and Framingham, just be sure to tell them, sunny mornings sent you by. 67 00:07:39,000 --> 00:07:43,000 And now, back to the show. 68 00:07:43,000 --> 00:07:45,000 Let's talk science. 69 00:07:45,000 --> 00:07:52,000 Scientists have identified the gene responsible for thorns in plants like roses, raspberries, and blackberries. 70 00:07:52,000 --> 00:07:58,000 Known as prickles, these defenses evolved independently in various species. 71 00:07:58,000 --> 00:08:07,000 Researchers found that the gene coding for thorns, called lonely guy or log, is consistent across different plant families. 72 00:08:07,000 --> 00:08:17,000 This discovery, published in the journal Science, reveals that the thorny trait evolved at least 28 times over 400 million years. 73 00:08:17,000 --> 00:08:30,000 Using CRISPR technology, scientists have engineered thornless varieties of tomatoes and roses, potentially making gardening and harvesting easier and more accessible. 74 00:08:30,000 --> 00:08:35,000 And in entertainment news, the long-awaited sequel, 75 00:08:35,000 --> 00:08:42,000 Beetlejuice 2, arrived 36 years after Tim Burton's original 1988 film. 76 00:08:42,000 --> 00:08:47,000 Despite early development, the sequel faced numerous delays. 77 00:08:47,000 --> 00:08:56,000 Burton and Michael Keaton shifted focus to Batman, and Winona Ryder reunited with Burton for Edward Scissorhands. 78 00:08:56,000 --> 00:09:03,000 The project saw renewed interest in the 2010s, with Seth Graham Smith writing the script. 79 00:09:03,000 --> 00:09:07,000 However, Warner Bros. paused it in 2019. 80 00:09:07,000 --> 00:09:13,000 Burton's passion reignited while working on his recent movie, Wednesday. 81 00:09:13,000 --> 00:09:23,000 The sequel reunites writer Keaton and Catherine O'Hara, with new additions Monica Bellucci, Justin Theros, and Jenna Ortega. 82 00:09:23,000 --> 00:09:28,000 The story explores three generations of the Dietz family. 83 00:09:28,000 --> 00:09:33,000 Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day. 84 00:09:33,000 --> 00:09:40,000 And today, our quote comes from the Indian spiritual leader, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. 85 00:09:40,000 --> 00:09:42,000 And he said, 86 00:09:42,000 --> 00:09:49,000 Happiness radiates like the fragrance from a flower and draws all good things towards you. 87 00:09:49,000 --> 00:09:52,000 And that's a wrap for this morning. 88 00:09:52,000 --> 00:10:02,000 You can check out our Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for some captivating aerial videos with local news and the weather reports. 89 00:10:02,000 --> 00:10:04,000 Have an amazing day, my good friends. 90 00:10:04,000 --> 00:10:23,000 We'll see you tomorrow with another episode of Sunny Mornings in Boston.