Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in Boston. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Tuesday, April 22nd. You'll be interested
to know, 55 years ago, today in 1970, Earth Day,
founded by American politician and conservationist
Gaylord Anton Nelson, helped ignite the environmental
movement. and rapidly evolved into a significant
international event, highlighting the importance
of environmental protection and awareness across
the globe. 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 46
degrees with 9 mile per hour wind. The sunset
will take place at 7 .28. and it will rise again
tomorrow at 617. It looks like we're in for some
morning showers before 8 a .m. Then it should
turn partly sunny with highs around 73 and a
light southwest breeze. Tonight, expect mostly
clear skies with a low of 47 and a gentle west
wind. For all you beach runners out there, the
first high tide Tuesday will be at 645 with a
low tide at 115. The near -shore buoy at Cape
Cod Bay reads 44 degrees for the water temperature.
Looking ahead in the weather. Expect sunny skies
on Wednesday with a high near 70 and a light
northwest wind. Wednesday night will be mostly
clear with a low around 46. Thursday brings sunny
weather with a high near 66 and a gentle northeast
wind. Thursday night will be partly cloudy with
a low around 49. Friday is looking partly sunny
with a high near 70 and a light south wind. After
8 p .m., there is a chance of rain showers with
a low around 52. Saturday, expect rain showers
likely with mostly cloudy skies, a high near
67, and a southwest wind. Bonjour, food enthusiasts!
This podcast is brought to you by Versailles
Café and Pastries in Encinitas. Nestled on El
Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard,
this café 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, Harvard
University is at the center of a potential wealth
spiral impacting the broader economy of the Boston
area. With over 20 ,000 employees, the Ivy League
institution influences key sectors, including
biotechnology and real estate. President Trump's
recent financial threats, including freezing
$2 .3 billion in grants, come during a precarious
time for the region. As layoffs hit the biotechnology
sector, housing market dynamics shift, and uncertainty
looms over federal funding, the local economy
braces for significant repercussions. The mood
at Harvard remains dour, with researchers fearing
for their funding and job security. Now on to
sports. Kate Cunningham led the Pistons with
33 points as Detroit beat the Knicks 100 -94
in Game 2, snapping a 15 -game playoff skid.
and evening the series. It's their first postseason
win since 2008. Dennis Schroeder added 20 off
the bench. The series shifts to Detroit on Thursday
for Game 3. In local sports. Yesterday morning
at Fenway, the Sox triumphed over the White Sox
4 -2. Walker Bueller delivered seven strong innings,
securing the win. Russ Snyder's solo shot and
Campbell's two -run single got the offense going.
Story and Bregman added key runs while Slayton
notched the save. The Sox improved to 13 -11,
leaving Chicago at 5 -17. Fans were treated to
another chapter of Patriots Day magic in the
back bay. Tonight, the Sox meet the Mariners
in Boston for Game 1 of a three -game series.
Brian Baio makes his season debut, facing Bryce
Miller, boasting a 2 .25 ERA. First pitch at
645 under clear skies at a pleasant 73 degrees.
Tomorrow 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.
In top news. A Boeing jet, intended for China's
CMN Airlines, has returned to the United States
production hub in Seattle, burdened by tariffs
imposed during the trade war. The 737 MAX, which
was painted with thiamine livery, made its journey
back after facing a staggering 125 % tariff,
causing its price to soar. Reports indicate that
China has instructed its airlines to halt deliveries
of Boeing jets, as the country controls approximately
20 % of global aircraft demand over the next
two decades. The future of Boeing's orders and
deliveries remains uncertain amid these rising
costs. In business news, MicroStrategy, the world's
largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, has made
headlines with its recent acquisition of 6 ,556
units of the digital currency, totaling $555
.8 million. This purchase, made between April
14th and April 20th, was revealed in a filing
with the United States Securities and Exchange
Commission. Following this announcement, MicroStrategy's
stock rose by 1 % to $320. With this latest acquisition,
the company now holds over 500 ,000 Bitcoins,
valued at approximately $47 billion. In crypto
movement, Bitcoin is up 1 % to about $88 ,000.
Ethereum is down 2 % to just over $1 ,600. And
Goetze's Maximus is up 10 % 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. Verizon Fios
is preparing for a significant expansion, according
to their CEO, Somi Anurayan Sampath. Currently
limited in availability, Fios is set to reach
10 million new eligible homes across the United
States, thanks to the acquisition of Frontier
in a $20 billion deal. Sampath shared that Fios
will move beyond its current presence in nine
states and Washington, D .C., expanding to nearly
30 states. This transformation aims to bring
Fios offerings to many more households. enhancing
customer satisfaction nationwide. And in entertainment
news, Christopher Nolan, a master of filmmaking,
has captivated audiences with his unique blend
of blockbuster appeal and artistic vision. As
he works on his next project based on The Odyssey,
we reflect on his impressive filmography. Nolan
has become a household name reminiscent of legends
like Steven Spielberg. His films, from Following
to Inception, showcase his ability to blend complex
narratives with stunning visuals. Each movie,
whether it's the heart -wrenching Interstellar
or the groundbreaking The Dark Knight, challenges
viewers while pushing cinematic boundaries. Nolan's
evolution as a filmmaker continues to redefine
blockbuster cinema. Well, alrighty folks, it's
time for the quote of the day. And today, our
quote comes from the South African bishop and
social rights activist, Desmond Tutu. And he
said, Do your little bit of good where you are?
It's those little bits of good put together that
overwhelm the world. 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.