Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in Boston. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Wednesday, April 30th. You'll be interested
to know, 236 years ago today, in 1789, George
Washington was inaugurated as the first president
of the United States. On the balcony of Federal
Hall in New York City, he took the oath of office.
marking the birth of a new era in American history.
Washington's leadership and vision laid the foundation
for the nation's future, inspiring generations
to come. So now you know. And now it's time for
the weather report. This morning, it's partly
sunny and it feels like 57 degrees with 26 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 sunny Wednesday,
with a high near 70 and a brisk northwest wind
blowing at 13 to 17 miles per hour. Tonight,
expect mostly clear skies, a low of 44 and light
winds. For all you beach runners out there, the
first low tide Wednesday will be at 745 with
a high tide at 2. The near shore buoy at Cape
Cod Bay reads 47 degrees for the water temperature.
Looking ahead in the weather, expect mostly sunny
skies on Thursday with a high near 65 and light
northeast winds. Rain showers are likely Friday
with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 75.
Saturday brings more showers and thunderstorms
with a high near 72. Sunday offers a chance of
rain with partly sunny skies and a high near
63. Nights will be mostly cloudy with lows in
the low 50s. Bonjour, food enthusiasts! This
podcast is brought to you by... Versailles Cafe
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Sunny mornings send you. In local news, Harvard
University has officially renamed its Office
for Diversity and Inclusion to Community and
Campus Life, responding to demands from the Trump
administration. The announcement came in an email
from Sherry Ann Charleston, the chief Community
and Campus Life officer. Charleston emphasized
the need to foster connections and promote a
culture of belonging for all. This change aligns
with recent federal pressures to discontinue
diversity programs. The Trump administration's
demands included restricting the admission of
international students deemed hostile to America.
The move reflects a broader trend in educational
policies at the federal level. Now on to sports.
The NBA playoffs are heating up, with the Indiana
Pacers advancing after a thrilling overtime victory
over the Milwaukee Bucks, winning 119 to 118.
The Bucks, who led by seven points late in the
game, faltered as Tyrese Halliburton made a crucial
layup. The Pacers will face the top -seeded Cavs
next. Meanwhile, the Detroit Pistons forced a
game six against the New York Knicks, winning
106 -103, with Cade Cunningham scoring 24 points.
The Boston Celtics closed out their series against
the Orlando Magic in commanding fashion, winning
120 -89, thanks in part to Paolo Banchero's foul
troubles. In local sports. Last night in Toronto,
the Sox dominated the Blue Jays 10 -2. Abreu
endeavors each smacked three -run homers, leading
a five -homer barrage. Crochet earned the win
with six innings of solid pitching. The Sox erupted
in the third, scoring six runs, including an
Abreu homer to center. Duran and Campbell added
key hits in the eighth and ninth. sealing the
Sox's record at 17 wins and 14 losses. Tonight,
the Sox take on the Blue Jays in Toronto for
Game 2 of this three -game series. Lucas Giolito,
with an ERA of 2 .25, faces an undecided Jays
starter. First pitch is at 7 .07, under the Dome
of Rogers Center. In top news, in a startling
revelation, California's health insurance exchange,
Covered California, has been transmitting sensitive
personal health data to LinkedIn during a marketing
campaign. Forensic testing uncovered that trackers
on the website shared information about visitors'
health status, including pregnancy and domestic
abuse indicators. Following public scrutiny,
Covered California has removed these trackers
and is reviewing its privacy protocols. Spokesperson
Kelly Donohue acknowledged the data sharing and
emphasized efforts to safeguard consumer information.
Experts have expressed alarm, stating that users
expect their health information to remain confidential
and protected from commercial use. In business
news, Coinbase is set to launch its Bitcoin Yield
Fund on May 1st. targeting annualized returns
of 4 -8 % for non -United States institutional
investors. The fund aims to generate yield through
basis trading, which capitalizes on the spread
between Bitcoin futures and spot prices. Notably,
this strategy carries risks, especially with
market volatility. Backed by Abu Dhabi -based
Aspen Digital, the fund's approach contrasts
with the failed yield platform of BlockFi. which
relied on lending for returns. As interest in
this new offering rises, investors should remain
cautious of potential risks associated with crowded
trades. In crypto movement, Bitcoin is up 1 %
to $95 ,000. Ethereum is up 1 % to just over
$1 ,800. And Goethe's Maximus is down 0 .5 %
to $0 .08. 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 the 21st century, personal
data is increasingly vulnerable. with companies
profiting from our information. Now, lawmakers
are raising alarms about companies collecting
data from brain implants. Senators Chuck Schumer,
Maria Cantwell, and Edward Markey sent a joint
letter expressing concern over the handling of
sensitive neural data generated by brain -computer
interfaces. They highlight that this data is
deeply personal and often collected with few
limits and vague policies. The senators urged
the Federal Trade Commission to investigate companies
like Elon Musk's Neuralink, emphasizing the need
for stricter regulations on data harvesting that
impacts our privacy and mental health. And in
entertainment news. In a new review, Thunderbolts
is seen as a potential lifeline for the struggling
Marvel Cinematic Universe. However, many fans
may find it lacks the essential viewing quality
they crave. The film, directed by Jake Schreier,
presents a humorous take on a group of lesser
-known characters, including Yulina Belova and
Ghost, who are forced to confront personal traumas
while navigating chaotic missions. With a hefty
budget of almost $200 million, it attempts to
blend comedy with serious scenes. The film's
reliance on humor and a mixed ensemble may resonate
with audiences, but its overall execution leaves
much to be desired. Well, alrighty folks, it's
time for the quote of the day. And today, our
quote comes from the Chinese philosopher, Lo
Tzu. And he said, Life is a series of natural
and spontaneous changes. Don't resist them. That
only creates sorrow. Let reality be reality.
Let things flow naturally forward in whatever
way they like. 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.