Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in Boston. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Monday, April 21st. You'll be interested
to know, 39 years ago, today in 1986, in a much
-hyped television special, American journalist
Geraldo Rivera opened a vault. discovered in
the former headquarters of notorious gangster
Al Capone, only to reveal it was empty, disappointing
an estimated 30 million television viewers. This
event highlighted the sensationalism surrounding
Capone's legacy and the public's enduring fascination
with organized crime. So now you know. And now,
it's time for the weather report. This morning
it's sunny and it feels like 37 degrees with
6 mile per hour wind. The sunset will take place
at 728 and it will rise again tomorrow at 617.
It looks like we're in for a mostly sunny Monday
with temperatures climbing to around 58 and a
light east wind. Tonight, expect cloudy skies
and likely rain showers after 10 p .m. with a
low of 48. and a gentle south wind. For all you
beach runners out there, the first low tide Monday
will be at 1215 with a high tide at 630. The
near -shore GUI at Cape Cod Bay reads 44 degrees
for the water temperature. Looking ahead in the
weather. Expect a chance of rain showers on Tuesday
with partly sunny skies and a high near 73. Wednesday
and Thursday will be mostly sunny to sunny, with
highs around 67. Nights will be partly cloudy,
with lows in the mid -40s to low -50s. A slight
chance of rain returns Friday evening. Bonjour,
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to tell them. Sunny Morning sends you. In local
news. It's Marathon Monday and Patriot's Day.
This iconic event, now in its 129th year, attracts
tens of thousands of racers and spectators, featuring
a 26 .2 -mile course that runs from Hopkinton
to Boston. The first wave of runners will start
at approximately 10 a .m., with the final wave
beginning around 11 .15 a .m. The marathon will
be broadcast on Channel 5 in Boston. And ESPN
will cover the event for those outside the Northeast
from 8 .30 to 1. Now on to sports. In the NBA
playoffs this weekend, the Golden State Warriors
beat the Houston Rockets 95 -85, thanks to standout
performances from Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler.
Meanwhile, the Cleveland Cavs dominated the Miami
Heat, winning 121 -100, led by Ty Jerome, who
scored 28 points. The Oklahoma City Thunder showcased
their strength in a historic 131 -80 victory
against the Memphis Grizzlies, while the Celtics
blew out the Magic. In local sports. Last night,
the Celtics secured a commanding victory over
the Magic. 103 -86 at the Garden. Derek White
showed guts with 30 points, while Jason Tadum
stayed in the game despite a fall, contributing
crucial plays. Wednesday night, the Celtics host
the Orlando Magic at TD Garden for Game 2 of
the East First Round. The Celtics are favored
by 9 .5 points. And happy Marathon Monday, all!
Yesterday afternoon at Fenway, the Sox were defeated
by the White Sox 8 -4. Despite homers from Abreu
and Vaughn, Boston couldn't keep up. Kelly took
the loss, allowing five runs, and the Sox struggled
defensively with one error. Key moments included
Vaughn's two -run homer in the eighth, sealing
the victory for Chicago. The Sox now sit at 12
-11 after this loss. This morning, the Sox face
the White Sox at Fenway in the final game of
this four -game series. Walker Buehler, with
a 2 -1 record and a 5 .23 ERA, goes up against
Jonathan Cannon. First pitch is at 11 -10 under
clear skies, 53 degrees. This is our city. Let's
go Red Sox. In top news. At 77 years old, runner
Jeannie Rice exhibits outstanding fitness, rivaling
that of a 25 -year -old. Researchers are studying
her remarkable endurance, as most runners experience
significant performance declines after 70. Rice
has shattered world records in her age group
and aims to compete in the Boston Marathon today.
Her exceptional maximal oxygen uptake aligns
with youth levels. revealing insights into healthy
aging. Consistent training, a nutritious diet,
and a passion for running contribute to her success.
Rice inspires others, demonstrating that it's
never too late to start exercising and fostering
a belief that age is just a number. In business
news, the ongoing tariff war is reshaping the
competition between PepsiCo and Coca -Cola. PepsiCo,
which produces nearly all of its soda concentrate
in Ireland, is facing a 10 % tariff on its products.
This puts Pepsi at a disadvantage, as Coca -Cola
produces most of its concentrate for American
sodas domestically in Atlanta and Puerto Rico,
reducing its tariff exposure. With Pepsi's market
share dwindling, the new tariffs complicate efforts
to revive U .S. soda sales. Meanwhile, the trade
conflict could also affect independent bottlers,
raising concerns over costs and competition.
The cola wars continue to heat up. In crypto
movement, Bitcoin is up 3 % over the weekend
to about $87 ,000. Ethereum is up 4 % to just
over $1 ,600. And Goatseys Maximus is up 4%.
to five cents. 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. In today's digital age, protecting
your personal information has become crucial.
Google's updated tool, Results About You, reveals
the extent of your data exposure, including home
addresses and phone numbers on people's search
websites. Easily accessible information can lead
to junk mail, identity theft, and even harassment,
particularly for public figures. To mitigate
risks, consider using services like Delete Me,
which help remove your data from the Internet.
Regularly check your online presence and opt
out of data brokers to minimize your digital
footprint. Remember, staying vigilant is key
in this connected world. And in entertainment
news, a new theatrical Star Wars movie titled
Star Wars Starfighter is set to hit theaters
on May 28, 2027. Announced at Star Wars Celebration
in Japan, This standalone film takes place five
years after The Rise of Skywalker. Directed by
Sean Levy, known for Deadpool and Wolverine,
it features Ryan Gosling in a leading role. The
film is described as an entirely new adventure
featuring all new characters set in a period
of time that has not been explored on screen
yet. Additionally, Starfighter will be preceded
by The Mandalorian spin -off. Releasing on May
22nd, 2026. Well, alrighty folks, it's time for
the quote of the day. And today, our quote comes
from the American political figure and activist,
Eleanor Roosevelt. And she said, With the new
day comes new strength and new thoughts. 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.