Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in Boston. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Friday, April 4th. You'll be interested
to know, 50 years ago, today in 1975, Bill Gates
and Paul Allen founded Microsoft, which grew
to be the world's largest personal computer software
company. revolutionizing the technology industry
and shaping the future of computing. Their innovative
approach and commitment to software development
established Microsoft as a leading force in the
global market. So now you know. And now, it's
time for the weather report. This morning, it's
cloudy and it feels like 55 degrees with 11 mile
per hour wind. The sunset will take place at
7 -11 and it will rise again tomorrow at 6 -17.
It looks like we're in for some partly sunny
skies today with a high around 64 and a light
northwest breeze. Tonight, expect partly cloudy
conditions with a low of 41 and gentle winds.
For all you beach runners out there, the first
low tide Friday will be at 11. with a high tide
at 515. The near -shore buoy at Cape Cod Bay
reads 42 degrees for the water temperature. Looking
ahead in the weather. Expect rain showers on
Saturday with mostly cloudy skies and a high
near 46. Saturday night will also be rainy with
a low around 41. Sunday brings more rain with
a high near 59. Sunday night stays rainy with
a low around 41. Monday continues with rain likely
a high near 48 and a low around 37 at night.
Tuesday offers a chance of rain showers with
partly sunny skies and a high near 47 before
cooling down to 30 at night. Bonjour, food enthusiasts!
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So stop on by and don't forget to tell them Sunny
Morning sent you. In local news, an investigation
is currently underway at Newton Wellesley Hospital
following the diagnosis of brain tumors in five
nurses working on the fifth floor maternity unit.
All tumors were found to be benign. The hospital
has interviewed 11 staff members since April
1st, uncovering additional health concerns in
six others. Officials stated they collaborated
with various safety departments and external
consultants. conducting environmental assessments,
which reportedly found no risks linked to brain
tumor development. However, the Massachusetts
Nurses Association expressed concerns about the
thoroughness of the hospital's environmental
testing. A town hall meeting is planned for next
week. Now on to sports. This season, the National
Football League will introduce Sony's Hawkeye
cameras to track ball position, replacing the
manual method used for decades. These 8K cameras
will utilize virtual measurement technology to
quickly determine if the ball has traveled the
required 10 yards for a first down. The system
comprises six cameras that create a digital recreation
of the measurement, which will be displayed in
stadiums and on television. While measuring with
the Hawkeye system takes around 30 seconds, significantly
faster than the chain crew's time, the crew will
still be present on the field in a secondary
role. In local sports, yesterday afternoon in
Baltimore, the Red Sox bested the Orioles 8 -4.
Bregman, Campbell, and Cassis each smacked two
-run homers, highlighting the Sox's explosive
offense. Kelly snagged the win, while Morton
took the loss for Baltimore. The Sox's dominant
hitting, including a ninth -inning double by
Bregman, sealed the victory, bringing their record
to 3 -4 this season. Today is opening day at
Friendly Fenway. The Sox take on the Cardinals
at 2 -10. Herrick Fett, with a 1 .50 ERA, faces
off against the Sox's Walker Bueller. Last night,
the Bruins fell to the Canadians 4 -1 in Montreal.
Despite Elias Lindholm's late goal, the Bees
couldn't overcome Montreal's dominant attack.
Brendan Gallagher and Nick Suzuki each tallied
a goal and an assist. The Bruins are now 30 -37
-9, lagging behind in the standings. Tomorrow
night, the Bruins battle the Hurricanes in Beantown.
The Celtics were off last night, but tonight,
with a record of 56 -20, the Celtics take on
the Phoenix Suns at TD Garden. The Suns come
in with a record of 35 -41, currently on a four
-game losing streak. Jason Tatum leads the way
for Boston as they face a struggling Suns defense.
Jalen Brown is listed as questionable with right
knee posterior impingement. Tip -off is at 7
.30. In top news, in Mammoth Lakes, California,
three individuals have tragically died from Hantavirus,
the same virus that claimed the life of Gene
Hackman's wife, Betsy Arakawa. Health officials
reported these unusual cases as fewer than 100
California residents have been diagnosed since
1980. The recent deaths involving a young adult
occurred despite no evidence of mouse activity
in their homes. Investigators noted a potential
deer mouse population boom could be contributing
to these infections. Public health officials
urged residents to take precautions, such as
trapping rodents and properly storing food, to
prevent further cases. In business news… Global
economies are bracing for a potential flood of
cheap Chinese goods as President Donald Trump's
tariffs threaten to reshape trade dynamics. Starting
April 9th, Chinese imports will face tariffs
averaging around 70%. This move could drive up
prices for various products in the United States,
including electronics and toys. Economists warn
that this could worsen the ongoing China shock.
diverting U .S.-bound exports to an already saturated
global market. With retaliatory measures likely,
the situation underscores how quickly trade wars
can escalate, leaving other countries struggling
to absorb the excess manufacturing capacity from
China. In crypto movement, Bitcoin is up 0 .5
% for the week to just over $83 ,000. Ethereum
is unchanged. at just over $1 ,800. And Goatseys
Maximus is down half a percent to $0 .04. 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 science. A
groundbreaking new superalloy designed from copper
and tantalum with added lithium can endure temperatures
up to 800 degrees Celsius, which is 1400 degrees
Fahrenheit. This innovative material not only
withstands extreme heat, but also boasts a remarkable
yield strength of 1 ,120 megapascals, surpassing
traditional copper alloys. Researchers from several
U .S. universities and the U .S. Army Research
Laboratory developed this alloy, which mimics
the strengthening mechanisms of nickel -based
superalloys. This advancement may lead to more
durable materials for various sectors, including
aerospace and military applications. And in entertainment
news… David Fincher is set to direct a sequel
to Quentin Tarantino's 2019 film titled Twice
Upon a Time in Hollywood. This project, which
will debut on Netflix, is based on a script written
by Tarantino. Brad Pitt is expected to reprise
his Oscar -winning role as Cliff Booth, while
Leonardo DiCaprio's return has not yet been confirmed.
Notably, this sequel does not count toward Tarantino's
self -imposed limit of 10 films. The rights to
the original film belong to Sony, allowing Tarantino
to create a new movie with the same characters.
The casting is anticipated to be as impressive
as the original. Well, alrighty folks, it's time
for the quote of the day. And today... Our quote
comes from the American military leader and statesman
Colin Powell. And he said, perpetual optimism
is a force multiplier. And that's a wrap for
this morning. You can check out our Instagram,
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videos with local news and the weather reports.
Have an amazing weekend, my good friends. We'll
see you Monday with another episode of Sunny
Mornings in Boston.