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 Monday, October 28th. 3 00:00:12,000 --> 00:00:15,000 You'll be interested to know. 4 00:00:15,000 --> 00:00:25,000 138 years ago, today, in 1886, President Grover Cleveland officially dedicated this Statue of Liberty, 5 00:00:25,000 --> 00:00:30,000 a remarkable gift from the people of France to the people of the United States, 6 00:00:30,000 --> 00:00:36,000 on Bedloz Island, later known as Liberty Island, in Upper New York Bay. 7 00:00:36,000 --> 00:00:43,000 This dedication symbolized friendship and shared ideals between the two nations. 8 00:00:43,000 --> 00:00:45,000 So now you know. 9 00:00:45,000 --> 00:00:49,000 And now, it's time for the weather report. 10 00:00:49,000 --> 00:00:57,000 This morning it's mostly sunny and feels like 29 degrees, with 13 mile per hour wind. 11 00:00:57,000 --> 00:01:04,000 The sunset will take place at 542 and it will rise again tomorrow at 714. 12 00:01:04,000 --> 00:01:11,000 It looks like we're in for a sunny Monday, with temperatures reaching up to 51 and a light north wind. 13 00:01:11,000 --> 00:01:12,000 Tonight. 14 00:01:12,000 --> 00:01:22,000 Expect mostly clear skies with some patchy frost after 1 a.m., a low of 33 and gentle winds. 15 00:01:22,000 --> 00:01:30,000 For all you beach runners out there, the first high tide Monday will be just before 930, with a low tide at 330. 16 00:01:30,000 --> 00:01:38,000 The nearshore buoy at Cape Cod Bay reads 58 degrees for the water temperature. 17 00:01:38,000 --> 00:01:40,000 Looking ahead in the weather. 18 00:01:40,000 --> 00:01:49,000 Expect patchy frost before 9 a.m. on Tuesday as well, then mostly sunny skies with a high near 57. 19 00:01:49,000 --> 00:01:55,000 Wednesday brings partly sunny conditions, warming up to a high near 73. 20 00:01:55,000 --> 00:02:00,000 Nights will be mostly cloudy, with lows around 57 to 60. 21 00:02:00,000 --> 00:02:08,000 Rain showers are possible after 7 p.m. on Tuesday and again before 2 p.m. on Friday, so keep an eye out. 22 00:02:08,000 --> 00:02:10,000 Bonjour, food enthusiasts! 23 00:02:10,000 --> 00:02:16,000 This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas. 24 00:02:16,000 --> 00:02:25,000 Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this cafe is a haven for culinary delights. 25 00:02:25,000 --> 00:02:31,000 Indulge in their amazing Eggs Benedict or their gluten-free crepes. 26 00:02:31,000 --> 00:02:36,000 You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee. 27 00:02:36,000 --> 00:02:40,000 They are open every day from 8 to 5. 28 00:02:40,000 --> 00:02:43,000 So stop on by and don't forget to tell them. 29 00:02:43,000 --> 00:02:45,000 Sunny mornings send you. 30 00:02:47,000 --> 00:02:55,000 In local news, the Boston City Council may vote next week on a revised proposal from Mayor Michelle Wu, 31 00:02:55,000 --> 00:03:01,000 aimed at shifting property tax burdens from homeowners to commercial property owners. 32 00:03:01,000 --> 00:03:07,000 This compromise reduces the tax burden on businesses and shortens the duration of the change. 33 00:03:07,000 --> 00:03:17,000 If approved, residential taxes would increase by 9 percent, significantly lower than the estimated 28 percent without action. 34 00:03:17,000 --> 00:03:23,000 Councilors expressed concerns over the rush process with calls for community meetings. 35 00:03:23,000 --> 00:03:31,000 Senate President Karen Spilka praised the compromise, emphasizing its balance between resident and business needs. 36 00:03:31,000 --> 00:03:36,000 Final tax rates must be approved in November for timely billing. 37 00:03:41,000 --> 00:03:43,000 Now onto sports. 38 00:03:43,000 --> 00:03:57,000 On Sunday night football in Santa Clara, the 49ers, now 4-4, triumphed over the Dallas Cowboys, who dropped to 3-4 with a thrilling 30-24 victory. 39 00:03:57,000 --> 00:04:06,000 Brock Purdy shone, throwing for 260 yards and a touchdown, while also scoring on a sneak. 40 00:04:06,000 --> 00:04:14,000 Despite Dak Prescott's valiant effort with two TDs to CD Lamb, the comeback could not be completed. 41 00:04:14,000 --> 00:04:22,000 On Monday night football, the Pittsburgh Steelers, at 5-2, host the New York Giants, who are 2-5. 42 00:04:22,000 --> 00:04:30,000 With Russell Wilson back in form, accounting for three touchdowns last week, Pittsburgh's offense looks promising. 43 00:04:30,000 --> 00:04:38,000 The Giants face a daunting task against a defense led by T.J. Watt, second in the NFL in takeaways. 44 00:04:38,000 --> 00:04:48,000 Tonight, the Dodgers face the Yankees in New York for Game 3 of the World Series, with Los Angeles leading two games to none. 45 00:04:48,000 --> 00:04:51,000 Walker Bueller squares off against Clark Schmidt. 46 00:04:51,000 --> 00:04:55,000 Expect 53 degrees at game time in the Bronx. 47 00:04:55,000 --> 00:04:59,000 The Dodgers are favored by 1-1.5 runs. 48 00:04:59,000 --> 00:05:04,000 Shohei Otani's status remains unknown. 49 00:05:04,000 --> 00:05:07,000 In local sports. 50 00:05:07,000 --> 00:05:13,000 Last night in Detroit, the Celtics edged out the Pistons, 1-24 to 1-18. 51 00:05:13,000 --> 00:05:21,000 Jason Tatum lit up the court with 37 points, while Jalen Ivey led Detroit with 26. 52 00:05:21,000 --> 00:05:26,000 The Seas maintained their unbeaten streak at 3-0. 53 00:05:26,000 --> 00:05:30,000 Tonight, the Celtics host the Milwaukee Bucks at the Garden. 54 00:05:30,000 --> 00:05:34,000 The Celtics are favored by 1-1.5. 55 00:05:34,000 --> 00:05:41,000 Key absences include Chris Middleton for the Bucks, and Chris Stupps porzing us for the Celts. 56 00:05:41,000 --> 00:05:52,000 Yesterday afternoon, the Pats snapped their six-game losing streak, edging out the New York Jets 25-22 at Gillette Stadium. 57 00:05:52,000 --> 00:05:56,000 Ramondre Stevenson's late touchdown secured the win. 58 00:05:56,000 --> 00:06:03,000 Jacoby Brissette, stepping in for injured Drake May, led two fourth-quarter scoring drives. 59 00:06:03,000 --> 00:06:12,000 Aaron Rodgers threw for 233 yards and two touchdowns, but the Jets stumbled to their fifth consecutive loss. 60 00:06:12,000 --> 00:06:16,000 Both teams now stand at 2-6. 61 00:06:16,000 --> 00:06:25,000 Friday night, Louisville staged a comeback to beat Boston College 31-27 after trailing by 20 points. 62 00:06:25,000 --> 00:06:33,000 Tyler Show threw for 333 yards and two touchdowns, despite two interceptions. 63 00:06:33,000 --> 00:06:42,000 Boston College, now 4-4, saw Thomas Castellanos' final Hail Mary fall incomplete, sealing their fate. 64 00:06:42,000 --> 00:06:54,000 Tomorrow, the unbeaten Bruins at 4-0-1 face off against the Philadelphia Flyers, who stand at 2-5-1 at TD Garden. 65 00:06:54,000 --> 00:07:06,000 In top news, the non-alcoholic beer market is experiencing a remarkable surge, attracting various companies, including those owned by celebrities. 66 00:07:06,000 --> 00:07:16,000 Bump Williams, the chief executive officer of Bump Williams Consulting, predicts double-digit growth for at least the next five years. 67 00:07:16,000 --> 00:07:26,000 He noted, drinking a non-alcoholic beer today is not like it was 25 years ago, emphasizing a shift towards health-conscious choices. 68 00:07:26,000 --> 00:07:36,000 The recent launch of Barrow, a premium non-alcoholic beer by actor Tom Holland and chief executive officer John Herman, highlights this trend. 69 00:07:36,000 --> 00:07:48,000 Sales in this category have soared from $135 million in 2018 to over $541 million in 2023. 70 00:07:48,000 --> 00:07:56,000 In business news, big technology companies are losing some shine ahead of a major earnings week. 71 00:07:56,000 --> 00:08:05,000 This week, Alphabet, Microsoft, MetaPlatforms, Apple, and Amazon will report their quarterly results. 72 00:08:05,000 --> 00:08:13,000 Over the summer, some of these magnificent seven stocks became less remarkable as the Federal Reserve cut interest rates. 73 00:08:13,000 --> 00:08:18,000 Despite this, analysts predict solid growth for these companies. 74 00:08:18,000 --> 00:08:27,000 Ado Caspi, an analyst at GlobalX, noted expectations for revenue acceleration and continued innovation. 75 00:08:27,000 --> 00:08:37,000 However, there are signs that retail investors are shifting towards other sectors, indicating a potential decline in enthusiasm for artificial intelligence. 76 00:08:37,000 --> 00:08:44,000 Earnings from other companies, including McDonald's and Starbucks, will also be closely watched this week. 77 00:08:44,000 --> 00:08:54,000 In crypto movement, Bitcoin is just over $67,700. Ethereum is just under $2,500. 78 00:08:54,000 --> 00:08:59,000 And Goatseas Maximus moving on to a more local vibe. 79 00:08:59,000 --> 00:09:09,000 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. 80 00:09:09,000 --> 00:09:14,000 Check out Club Pilates with several locations in the Boston area. 81 00:09:14,000 --> 00:09:22,000 Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension, and elevating mental well-being. 82 00:09:22,000 --> 00:09:26,000 Scientific research affirms its benefits. 83 00:09:26,000 --> 00:09:31,000 So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class. 84 00:09:31,000 --> 00:09:41,000 With locations in Canton, Wellesley, Hingham, Brookline, and Framingham, just be sure to tell them, sunny mornings sent you by. 85 00:09:41,000 --> 00:09:44,000 And now, back to the show. 86 00:09:44,000 --> 00:09:46,000 Let's talk tech. 87 00:09:46,000 --> 00:09:58,000 Microsoft is facing a significant challenge with the release of a new installment in the popular Call of Duty franchise, which will be available on its Game Pass subscription service. 88 00:09:58,000 --> 00:10:10,000 This launch is part of Microsoft's ambitious $75 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard, aiming to transform how gamers access and pay for video games. 89 00:10:10,000 --> 00:10:22,000 The latest installment, Call of Duty Black Ops 6, will be offered for a monthly fee of around $20, or for a one-time purchase starting at $70. 90 00:10:22,000 --> 00:10:37,000 As the gaming industry evolves, Microsoft hopes to mimic the success of streaming platforms like Netflix, although some analysts remain skeptical about the viability of this model for video games. 91 00:10:37,000 --> 00:10:42,000 And in entertainment news, exciting news for Peaky Blender's fans. 92 00:10:42,000 --> 00:10:52,000 Production on the film adaptation is officially underway, with Killian Murphy reprising his iconic role as Tommy Shelby. 93 00:10:52,000 --> 00:11:04,000 Creator Stephen Knight confirmed Murphy's return at the premiere of his new BBC series, This Town, stating, We are shooting it in September just down the road in Digbeth. 94 00:11:04,000 --> 00:11:12,000 Alongside Murphy, the cast includes A-list talents like Rebecca Ferguson, Tim Roth, and Barry Kogin. 95 00:11:12,000 --> 00:11:18,000 While a release date remains unconfirmed, we could see the film by the end of 2025. 96 00:11:18,000 --> 00:11:24,000 The storyline will delve into untold events surrounding the Second World War. 97 00:11:24,000 --> 00:11:29,000 Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day. 98 00:11:29,000 --> 00:11:35,000 And today, our quote comes from the Scottish politician and writer, Walter Elliot. 99 00:11:35,000 --> 00:11:44,000 And he said, Perseverance is not a long race, it is many short races one after the other. 100 00:11:44,000 --> 00:11:47,000 And that's a wrap for this morning. 101 00:11:47,000 --> 00:11:57,000 You can check out our Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for some captivating aerial videos with local news and the weather reports. 102 00:11:57,000 --> 00:11:59,000 Have an amazing day, my good friends. 103 00:11:59,000 --> 00:12:28,000 We'll see you tomorrow with another episode of Sunny Mornings in Boston.