Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Boston.
I'm your host Melissa, and it's Monday, September 23rd.
You'll be interested to know.
178 years ago, today in 1846, astronomer Johann Gottfried Gell became the first person ever
to observe the planet Neptune, the existence of which had been mathematically predicted
by Urbane Gene Joseph Le Verrier and John Couch Adams.
This remarkable discovery expanded our understanding of the solar system and highlighted the power
of mathematical prediction in astronomy.
And tomorrow, we'll dive into the first observation of Uranus.
And now, it's time for the weather report.
It looks like we're in for a slight chance of morning rain before 9, then mostly cloudy
skies with a high around 66 and a gentle northeast breeze.
Tonight, expect more cloudy skies with a low of 55 and light winds.
For all you beach runners out there, the first low tide Monday will be at 945 with a high
tide at 1130.
The nearshore buoy at Cape Cod Bay reads 64 degrees for the water temperature.
Looking ahead in the weather, expect partly sunny skies on Tuesday with highs around 66
degrees and a light northeast wind.
Nights will be mostly cloudy with lows near 57 degrees.
A chance of rain showers returns Wednesday through Friday with temperatures reaching
the upper 60s.
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In local news, a lawyer who represented Boston gangster James Whitey Bulger has been appointed
to prosecute Karen Reed in her retrial.
Reed's previous murder trial, regarding the death of her Boston police officer boyfriend,
ended in a hound jury.
Norfolk County, Massachusetts, District Attorney Michael Morrissey announced that Attorney
Hank Brennan will serve as Special Assistant District Attorney for this case.
Brennan pledged to ensure that Reed receives a fair trial and emphasized his commitment
to presenting all relevant facts surrounding the death of John O'Keefe, meticulously,
ethically and zealously.
Now on to sports.
Last night on Sunday Night Football, the Kansas City Chiefs improved to 3-0 with a narrow
22-17 victory over the Atlanta Falcons.
The Chiefs defense came up big with a crucial fourth-down stop late in the game to seal
the win, while Patrick Mahomes connected with Juju Smith Schuster for a touchdown.
In another thrilling matchup, the Ravens held off the Cowboys for a 28-25 victory.
Derrick Henry's powerful 26-yard touchdown run helped Baltimore secure their first win
of the season.
Tonight, on Monday Night Football, the Buffalo Gills, who are riding a 2-0 start, will host
the winless Jacksonville Jaguars.
Buffalo's defense, led by Von Miller, aims to continue their dominant play, while quarterback
Josh Allen leads a high-powered offense.
The Jaguars, still searching for their first win, hope Trevor Lawrence and Travis Edien
can spark a much-needed turnaround.
In local sports.
This weekend, Boston College pulled off an emotional comeback, defeating Michigan State
23-19 in the annual Red Bandana game.
Down by 3 late in the fourth quarter, Thomas Castellanos threw a 42-yard touchdown pass
to Lewis Bond with just 88 seconds remaining.
The Eagles defense held strong to secure the win, improving BC's record to 3-1.
Thomas threw for 292 yards and two touchdowns, while Treshawn Ward added a rushing touchdown.
Boston College now looks ahead to hosting Western Kentucky this Saturday at noon, with
a strong chance of continuing their winning streak.
On the diamond, the Red Sox swept a doubleheader against the Minnesota Twins on Sunday.
Kristin Casas was the star in the opener, hitting three home runs and driving in seven
runs in Boston's 8-1 win.
In the nightcap, Ronny Gonzalez took over, hitting a three-run homer to lead Boston to
a 9-3 victory.
The Red Sox have now won four straight, sitting at 78-78.
Tonight, they faced the Blue Jays in a pivotal game with Tanner Huck taking them out.
In top news, in a revealing exploration, a recent essay discusses how pediatricians
may have unintentionally contributed to the peanut allergy epidemic.
By advising parents to avoid exposing children to peanuts until the age of three, doctors
transformed a rare issue into a widespread health concern.
Observations from two students, Asamganiyam Minking and Faith Magwenzi, highlight the
perplexing prevalence of peanut allergies in the United States, contrasting it with
their experiences in Africa, where such allergies are virtually non-existent.
This situation raises questions about dietary practices and public health policies in America
as the fears surrounding peanut allergies grows.
In business news, Boeing has announced the departure of Ted Colbert, CEO of Boeing Defense
Space and Security, marking a significant shift in upper management.
While many may point to the failed test flight of the Starliner as the main reason, this
explanation oversimplifies the situation.
New CEO Kelly Ortberg's first major interaction with the division was indeed during this incident,
which may have been the tipping point.
The Starliner, a reusable space capsule designed to compete with SpaceX's Dragon capsule,
is part of NASA's Commercial Crew Transport program, but has faced numerous delays since
its contract award in 2014.
In crypto movement, Bitcoin is just over $63,000.
Ethereum is just under $2,400.
And Solana is $145.
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.
Scientific 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.
Lehigh Valley Health Network will pay $65 million after hackers leaked nude patient photos,
highlighting the serious risks of cyber attacks for health care organizations.
In March 2023, a Pennsylvania woman, referred to as Jane Doe, learned that hackers had obtained
and posted her naked photos while she underwent radiation treatments.
The health network refused to pay a ransom of more than $5 million.
Jane Doe, in her 50s, became the lead plaintiff in a class action lawsuit, claiming that the
organization failed to protect sensitive patient information.
This incident underscores the alarming frequency of such breaches in American health care.
And in entertainment news.
New kids on the block are heading to Las Vegas with the right stuff for their first ever
residency in Sin City.
On September 19, the iconic group from Dorchester, Massachusetts, announced this exciting venture.
In 2025, they will call Las Vegas home, performing at the Dolby Live at Park & Gym during the
months of June, July, and November.
This venue also hosts Mariah Carey's residency.
While there's no guarantee of a surprise appearance from former member Mark Wahlberg,
Donnie Wahlberg promises a cherished and immersive experience, stating they aim to elevate their
performance and fan interaction to the next level.
Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day.
And today, our quote comes from the French novelist and pioneer of science fiction, Jules
Verne.
And he said,
Put two ships in the open sea, without wind or tide, and at last they will come together.
Throw two planets into space, and they will fall one on the other.
Place two enemies in the midst of a crowd, and they will inevitably meet.
It is a fatality, a question of time.
That is all.
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.