Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Boston.
I'm your host Melissa, and it's Tuesday, September 17th.
You'll be interested to know.
237 years ago, today, in 1787, 39 delegates of the Constitutional Convention signed the
United States Constitution, marking a pivotal moment in American history.
This foundational document established the framework for the federal government, delineated
the separation of powers, and enshrined individual liberties, profoundly shaping the nation's
political and legal systems.
So now you know.
And now, it's time for the weather report.
It looks like we're in for a mostly sunny Tuesday, with temperatures reaching around
80, and a light breeze coming from the south.
Tonight, expect mostly cloudy skies with a low of 62 and gentle winds.
For all you beach runners out there, the first high tide Tuesday will be at 11, with a low
tide just before 1130.
The nearshore buoy at Cape Cod Bay reads 69 degrees for the water temperature.
Looking ahead in the weather, expect a slight chance of rain showers starting Wednesday
afternoon, with mostly cloudy skies and highs near 76 degrees.
This pattern continues through Friday, with temperatures dropping to the low 60s at night.
Saturday will bring partly sunny skies and cooler highs around 66 degrees.
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In local news, the Boston Athletic Association has announced tighter qualifying standards
for the Boston Marathon, increasing requirements by 5 minutes for all runners under 60.
Starting in 2026, this decision follows a record-breaking 36,406 applications for the
2025 race, surpassing last year's record of 33,058.
The cutoff time for the 2025 race remains to be determined, with notifications of acceptance
expected by early October.
The 2025 Boston Marathon is scheduled for April 21.
Now on to sports.
Last night on Monday Night Football, the Falcons edged out the Eagles 22-21 in a nail-biter
at Lincoln Financial Field.
Yeloku kicked three field goals, but it was Kirk Cousins' seven-yard touchdown pass to
Drake London in the fourth quarter that secured the lead.
Sequen Barkley's two-point conversion for the Eagles briefly gave them an advantage,
but a missed opportunity from Jalen Hertz sealed their fate.
The Falcons outgained the Eagles with 385 total yards to 365, despite holding the ball for
nearly 11 minutes less.
Both teams now stand at 1-1 on the season as they look ahead to next week.
In local sports, last night the Sox were off, and tonight they'll look to bounce back against
the Rays in Tampa Bay with Nick Pivetta on the mound, who holds a 5-10 record and 4.24
earned run average.
The race will counter with Shane Bass, who is 2-3 with a 3.28 ERA.
The Sox hold a slight advantage in ESPN's matchup predictor, with a 51.4% chance to
win.
However, Boston is four games back in the wild card race, sitting at 75-75, while Tampa
Trail's closely behind.
In top news, TikTok faced a crucial court hearing today, as its future in the United
States hangs in the balance.
Federal judges questioned both the Justice Department and TikTok about a band set to
take effect on January 19.
TikTok argues that shutting down the app would violate the First Amendment rights of its
170 million American users.
The judges expressed skepticism about TikTok's claim that free expression outweighs national
security concerns, given its parent company, ByteDance, is based in China.
The outcome of this high-stakes legal battle could redefine the balance between free speech
and national security.
In business news, on Monday, Microsoft announced its board's approval of a new share buyback
program worth up to $60 billion.
The tech giant also declared a quarterly dividend of 83 cents per share, marking a 10% increase
from the previous quarter.
Microsoft plans to hold its annual shareholders meeting on December 10.
The company reported a significant rise in capital spending largely due to artificial
intelligence-related expenses, despite a slowdown in growth for its Azure cloud business.
Shares of Microsoft saw a slight increase in aftermarket trading, reflecting a 15% rise
this year.
In crypto movement, Bitcoin is just under $58,000, Ethereum is just under $2,400, and
Solana is $131.
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 science.
Resistance starch is gaining recognition for its numerous health benefits, including reshaping
the gut microbiome and preventing certain diseases.
Found in foods like green bananas, raw potatoes, and legumes, resistance starch is not digested
in the small intestine, but instead ferments in the large intestine, feeding beneficial
bacteria.
A study published in Nature Metabolism highlighted that consuming resistant starch can aid weight
loss, improve insulin sensitivity, and enhance blood sugar control.
Despite its advantages, most adults in the United States consume significantly less than
the recommended 15 grams per day, primarily due to a diet high in processed foods.
And in entertainment news.
This October, prepare for a chilling experience as A24's Eerie series brings unsettling films
back to regal cinemas for a limited engagement.
Each week, horror fans can enjoy a classic for just $8.
The series kicks off on October 1st with The Killing of a Sacred Deer, featuring Colin
Farrell and Nicole Kidman.
Following that, on October 8th, A Ghost Story returns, then it comes at night on October
15th.
The series concludes on October 29th with a fan favorite Hereditary, starring Tony Collette.
Tickets are available now on the Regal Cinemas website.
Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day.
And today, our quote comes from the American blues musician, B.B.
King.
And he said,
The beautiful thing about learning is nobody can take it away from you.
And that's a wrap for this morning.
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Have an amazing day, my good friends.
We'll see you tomorrow with another episode of Sunny Mornings in Boston.