Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in Boston. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Friday, March 28th. You'll be interested
to know, 95 years ago, today in 1930, the Turkish
city of Istanbul, originally gilt as Byzantium,
around 657 before the Common Era. was renamed
Constantinople in the 4th century after Emperor
Constantine the Great established it as his capital
and officially adopted its current name. So now
you know. And now it's time for the weather report.
This morning there's a chance of rain showers
and it feels like 32 degrees with 11 mile per
hour wind. The sunset will take place at 544,
and it will rise again tomorrow at 617. It looks
like we're in for some morning rain showers and
patchy fog before 8 a .m., then likely rain throughout
the day, with mostly cloudy skies and a high
near 42, accompanied by a gentle northeast breeze.
Tonight, expect cloudy conditions with rain likely,
areas of fog, and a low around 35. along with
light winds. For all you beach runners out there,
the first high tide Friday will be at 1145 with
a low tide at 6. The near -shore buoy at Cape
Cod Bay reads 40 degrees for the water temperature.
Looking ahead in the weather, expect cloudy skies
with areas of fog and a chance of rain on Sunday
with a high near 39. Rain showers are likely
Sunday night, with a low around 39. Monday brings
more rain, mostly cloudy skies, and a high near
66. Showers continue Monday night, with a low
around 43. Tuesday starts with a slight chance
of rain before 8 a .m., then becomes mostly sunny,
with a high near 51. Tuesday night will be partly
cloudy, with a low around 29. Wednesday is mostly
sunny with a high near 43, but expect a chance
of rain and snow after 10 p .m. with a low around
35. Bonjour, food enthusiasts. This podcast is
brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries
in Encinitas. Nestled on El Camino Real South,
just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this cafe
is a haven for culinary delights. Indulge in
their amazing Eggs Benedict or their gluten -free
crepes. You can grab a panini for lunch or just
breeze on through to get your morning coffee.
They are open every day from 8 to 5. So stop
on by and don't forget to tell them. Sunny mornings
send you. In local news, in a significant development
for wellness enthusiasts, Remedy Place has launched
its largest location in Boston. Dubbed the world's
first social wellness club, this new facility
opened on March 26th in the Seaport District
and is the brand's fourth location, joining its
clubs in West Hollywood, Soho, and Flatiron.
Dr. Jonathan Leary, founder and CDO, emphasized
that this club aims to redefine how people connect
and improve their health. The club features unique
treatments, including a foam bathing experience
designed for six people, alongside advanced therapies
like infrared sauna and acupuncture. Remedy Place
Boston is located at 400 Summer Street and operates
from 10 in the morning to 6 in the evening daily.
Now on to sports. In a thrilling Sweet 16 matchup,
the number three Texas Tech Red Raiders staged
a remarkable comeback against the number 10 Arkansas
Razorbacks, winning 85 to 83 in overtime. After
trailing by 16 points with 10 minutes remaining,
Texas Tech executed the second largest comeback
in Sweet 16 history. Despite struggles from beyond
the arc, Hitting only three out of 18 in the
first half, they rallied with a late surge. Darion
Williams hit a crucial three -pointer to tie
the game and then scored the go -ahead bucket
in overtime. Texas Tech now advances to the Elite
Eight, facing number one seed Florida on Saturday.
In local sports, yesterday afternoon in Texas,
the Sox claimed victory over the Rangers 5 -2.
Wilmer Abreu's three -run blast in the ninth
was the game -changer, his second homer of the
day. And Rafi Devers was pivotal, driving an
Abreu with a grounder. Tonight, the Sox take
on the Rangers at Globe Life Field at 5 .05.
Tanner Hawk is on the mound for Boston, taking
on Jack Leiter. Last night, the Celtics were
off. But... Tomorrow night, riding a seven -game
winning streak, the Celtics face the San Antonio
Spurs at the Frostbank Center. Boston boasts
a record of 54 -19, while the Spurs sit at 31
-40. Tip -off is at 8 o 'clock. Tomorrow night,
the Bruins, sitting at 30 -39 -12, head to Detroit
for a showdown with the Red Wings at Little Caesars
Arena. David Pasternak. with 85 points, leads
the Bees. In top news, soda is still a staple
in American culture, now rebranded with new flavors
and slogans. A recent Super Bowl advertisement
humorously depicts various people struggling
with the decision to drink soda, ironically showcasing
poppy as the solution. This beverage, containing
significantly less sugar than traditional soda,
aims to attract health -conscious consumers.
Despite claims of being healthier, experts warn
that these drinks still fall under the category
of sugar -sweetened beverages. With sales exceeding
half a billion dollars in 2024, Poppy's recent
acquisition by PepsiCo signals that the soda
industry is evolving, even amidst ongoing health
debates. In business news, At a recent event
in Shenzhen, China, hundreds of factory owners
explored alternatives to the irreplaceable US
market amid rising tariffs. Presenters shared
insights on selling to Russia, where demand for
affordable goods like nightlights and educational
toys is growing. However, many manufacturers
expressed anxiety about their future as the US
market becomes increasingly difficult to access.
Some are eyeing Southeast Asia or relocating
to countries like Cambodia to bypass tariffs.
Yet, trade dynamics remain uncertain, with potential
reciprocal tariffs looming. For many, losing
the U .S. market feels like the end of a romantic
relationship that fueled their growth. In crypto
movement, Bitcoin is unchanged for the week at
just over $86 ,000. Ethereum is down half a percent
to just over $1900. And Goetze's Maximus is down
half a percent to $0 .05. 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. OpenAI has
announced a significant enhancement to its AI
system, GPT -4 .0, which now generates more realistic
images and comprehensible text. This updated
version replaces DALI 3 as the default image
generator for ChatGPT, now accessible to users
across various tiers. After a year of training
with over 100 human workers, The refined model
can create not only lifelike images, but also
company logos and slide decks. Despite its advancements,
challenges remain, as demonstrated by its occasional
inaccuracies. OpenAI emphasizes its commitment
to respecting artists' rights regarding image
generation. The cast for the upcoming film Avengers
Doomsday has been officially announced, featuring
a remarkable reunion of X -Men stars. Joining
Robert Downey Jr. as Victor Von Doom, also known
as Dr. Doom, are Chris Hemsworth, Paul Rudd,
Vanessa Kirby, and many others, all confirmed
during a livestream event. The biggest news includes
the return of Patrick Stewart. Ian McKellen and
Alan Cumming from the original X -Men franchise,
along with Channing Tatum reprising his role
as Gambit. Directed by Joe and Anthony Russo,
Avengers Doomsday is set to premiere on May 1st,
2026, while Avengers Secret Wars follows on May
7th, 2027. Well, alrighty folks, it's time for
the quote of the day. And today... Our quote
comes from the American baseball player and civil
rights activist, Jackie Robinson. And he said,
A life is not important, except in the impact
it has on other lives. And that's a wrap for
this morning. You can check out our Instagram,
YouTube, and TikTok for some captivating aerial
videos with local news and the weather reports.
Have an amazing day, my good friends. We'll see
you tomorrow with another episode of Sunny Mornings
in Boston.