Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in Boston. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Tuesday, May 13th. You'll be interested
to know, 179 years ago today, in 1846, the United
States Congress formally declared war on Mexico,
marking the beginning of the Mexican -American
War. This pivotal event led to significant territorial
expansion for the United States, including the
acquisition of present -day California, Arizona,
and New Mexico. The war's conclusion with the
Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo in 1848 reshaped
the nation's landscape and set the stage for
its emergence as a continental power. So now
you know. And now, it's time for the weather
report. This morning, it's mostly sunny and it
feels like 57 degrees with 9 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 some mostly sunny skies today with a high
near 65 and a gentle northeast breeze. Tonight,
expect mostly cloudy conditions with a low around
50 in light winds. For all you beach runners
out there, the first low tide Tuesday will be
at 630 with a high tide at 1245. The near shore
buoy at Cape Cod Bay reads 50 degrees for the
water temperature. Looking ahead in the weather.
Expect mostly cloudy skies Wednesday with a high
near 71. A chance of rain showers moves in Wednesday
night with a low around 57. Thursday brings more
chances for showers and thunderstorms with a
high near 69. Thursday night, expect a low around
59. Friday could see a slight chance of showers
and thunderstorms with a high near 77. Saturday
will be partly sunny with a high near 75 and
rain showers likely Saturday night with a low
around 56. 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, voters in Massachusetts
will decide next year whether to maintain or
repeal a comprehensive law that expanded gun
restrictions. Supporters officially launched
the Vote Yes for a Safe Massachusetts ballot
question committee, emphasizing that repealing
the law would pose a threat to public safety.
Ruth Zacharin, executive director of the Massachusetts
Coalition to Prevent Gun Violence, will chair
the committee. The law enhances the red flag
law, restricts firearms in certain public areas,
and introduces measures against untraceable ghost
guns. Critics, including firearm owners and Second
Amendment advocates, have already initiated efforts
to place a repeal question on the 2026 ballot.
Now on to sports. Michael Jordan is making a
triumphant return to NBC as a special contributor
for the network's upcoming NBA coverage, set
to begin next fall. During NBCUniversal's upfront
presentation in New York City, Jordan expressed
his excitement about the network rejoining the
NBA, having last aired the league in 2002. NBC
is embracing a wave of 90s nostalgia, including
the return of John Tesh's Round Ball Rock as
the official anthem. The network is part of an
11 -year, $76 billion broadcast deal featuring
exclusive games and significant playoff coverage.
Fans can look forward to a familiar feel from
this iconic era. In local sports. Last night
was a rough night for Boston sports. At Comerica
Park in Detroit, the Red Sox were outmatched
by the Tigers, falling 14 -2. Despite Rafi Devers
and Hamilton putting runs on the board, the Sox
struggled to contain Detroit's offense. Huck
took the loss, allowing eight hits, while Torres
was dominant with a homer and three runs scored.
The Tigers' bats were too hot to handle, racking
up 18 hits, leaving the Sox with a record of
22 -21. Tonight, the Sox battle the Tigers at
Comerica Park in Detroit for Game 2 of this three
-game series. Brian Baio, boasting a 2 .01 ERA,
faces Tyler Holton. First pitch is set for 640
with clear skies. and a temperature around 68
degrees. In New York last night, the Celtics
fell to the Knicks 121 -113 at Madison Square
Garden. Jalen Grunson shined with 39 points,
pushing New York to a commanding 3 -1 series
lead. Despite Jason Tatum's impressive 42 points
and 16 rebounds, Boston couldn't close the gap.
and everyone is very concerned with how Tatum
went down in the fourth quarter. It looked like
it could be an Achilles injury. The teams head
back to Boston for Game 5 on Wednesday, giving
the Knicks a chance to close out the series against
the hostile crowd at TD Garden. In top news,
the United States has suspended livestock imports
from Mexico due to a threat from the New World's
screwworm, a dangerous parasite. U .S. Secretary
of Agriculture Brooke Rollins stated the ban
will be enforced on a month -by -month basis
to protect American cattle. The parasite was
recently detected within 700 miles of the U .S.
border. Rollins emphasized that this is not about
politics or punishment of Mexico, but rather
focused on food and animal safety. Mexico's agricultural
leaders argue that established protocols ensure
cattle are free from the parasite, but discussions
for a resolution are ongoing. In business news,
McDonald's coffee has gained a loyal following,
with many fans preferring it over specialty cafe
options because of its consistent taste and surprising
quality. According to McDonald's chef Mike Lingo,
The secret lies in their use of 100 % Arabica
coffee beans, sourced from sustainable farms,
combined with precise brewing techniques, including
Japanese flash brewing for iced coffee. This
attention to detail results in a flavorful cup
that cannot be replicated elsewhere. Lingo emphasizes
the importance of quality and sustainability,
making McDonald's coffee a beloved choice for
many consumers. In crypto movement, Bitcoin is
down 0 .5 % to about $103 ,000. Ethereum is down
3 % to about $2 ,500. And Goatseys Maximus is
down 26 % to $0 .18. 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. The Doomsday Glacier, known
as Thwaites, poses a significant threat to coastal
cities worldwide. Researchers from the British
Antarctic Survey endure extreme conditions to
study this vast ice flow, which is losing ice
faster than it accumulates. Thwaites currently
contributes to approximately 4 % of sea level
rise. Its complete meltdown could raise global
sea levels by half a meter, displacing millions.
Although some scientists propose geoengineering
solutions, such as thermosiphons to freeze the
glacier, challenges remain. As climate change
accelerates, the future of Thwaites remains uncertain,
urging immediate action and research. And in
entertainment news, Nicolas Cage is back as the
fan -favorite black -and -white hero in the first
look at Prime Video's live -action series, Spider
Noir. After voicing the character in Spider -Man,
Into the Spider -Verse, Cage dons the iconic
costume, complete with a fedora, white goggles,
and trench coat, in a black -and -white photo
released during Prime Video's upfronts presentation.
Set to debut in 2026, Spider Noir follows an
aging private investigator in 1930s New York
who must face his past as the city's sole superhero.
The show will be available in both black and
white in color, featuring a talented cast alongside
Cage. Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the
quote of the day. And today, our quote comes
from the American writer and philosopher, Eric
Coffer. And he said, In times of change, learners
inherit the earth, while the learned find themselves
beautifully equipped to deal with a world that
no longer exists. 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.