Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in Boston. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Monday, May 19th. You'll be interested
to know, 104 years ago today in 1921, the United
States Congress passed the Emergency Quota Act,
establishing national quotas on immigration.
This landmark legislation marked a significant
shift in American immigration policy, introducing
numerical limits based on nationality. While
it reflected the complexities of its time, the
Act also set the stage for future discussions
and reforms, highlighting the nation's evolving
approach to diversity and inclusion. So now you
know. And now, it's time for the Weather Report.
This morning, it's mostly cloudy and it feels
like 46 degrees with 31 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 isolated rain showers after 9 a .m.
with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 62,
accompanied by a brisk northwest wind at around
20 miles per hour. Tonight. Expect mostly cloudy
skies with a low of 45 and a gentle breeze. For
all you beach runners out there, the first low
tide Monday will be just before 11 with a high
tide just before 5. The nearshore buoy at Cape
Cod Bay reads 54 degrees for the water temperature.
Looking ahead in the weather. Expect mostly cloudy
skies on Tuesday with isolated rain showers early
and a high near 63. Nights will be cloudy with
lows around 49. Wednesday brings a chance of
rain afternoon with a high near 55. Rain is likely
Wednesday night with lows around 47. Thursday
and Thursday night will be rainy and cloudy with
highs near 53 and lows around 47. Friday continues
the chance of rain, with a high near 58 and lows
around 47. 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, Debbie Connolly, a former
staffer at Newton Wellesley Hospital, has been
diagnosed with a brain tumor, raising concerns
about a possible cluster of similar cases among
her colleagues. After working in the maternity
ward for more than a decade, Connelly experienced
troubling symptoms that led to her medical leave
in 2018. Following her diagnosis in March 2025,
she discovered that she was the seventh known
case, connected to her former unit. Connelly
expressed frustration over the hospital's lack
of communication about these cases, stating,
Statistically, it just doesn't make sense. She
calls for an independent investigation into the
situation. Now on to sports. Scottie Scheffler,
the world number one, has claimed his second
major title of the season at the PGA Championship,
winning by five strokes at Quail Hollow in Charlotte,
North Carolina. Despite not being at his best,
Scheffler secured victory with an impressive
11 under par. This win marks his third major
championship. After a shaky start where he briefly
lost his five -stroke lead, Scheffler regained
his composure, showcasing his dominance. He has
held the top ranking since May 2023 and is now
halfway to a career Grand Slam with the U .S.
and British Opens approaching. in local sports.
Yesterday afternoon at Fenway, the Sox fell to
the Braves 10 -4. Despite Rafi Devers hitting
a massive grand slam, the Braves proved too strong.
Bayo took the loss, giving up five runs over
four innings, while Atlanta's Ozuna shone with
a two -run blast and Schnell secured the win
with six innings of solid pitching. The Braves
have hit the Sox 16 -10, leaving Boston with
23 wins and 25 losses. Tonight, the Sox face
the Mets at Fenway for Game 1 of a three -game
series. Hunter Dobbins, with a 3 .30 ERA, will
battle Kode Senga. First pitch is slated for
6 .45, with temperatures around 58 degrees. In
top news... Our return -to -office mandate is
a subtle way for companies to encourage employees
to quit. This theory, once dismissed as cynical,
is gaining traction. For instance, Amazon's decision
to end hybrid work prompted an executive to say,
there are other companies around. Similar sentiments
were echoed by Elon Musk, who welcomed a wave
of voluntary terminations. While some firms believe
that in -person work boosts productivity, it
risks losing top talent. Research shows that
hybrid work enhances engagement and retention.
Companies might consider adopting more flexible
policies to retain their best employees while
navigating these challenging times. In business
news, Verizon's $20 billion merger with Frontier,
a fiber internet provider, has received approval
from the Federal Communications Commission. This
agreement allows Verizon to upgrade and expand
Frontier's fiber networks, aiming to connect
1 million homes annually. The deal was contingent
upon Verizon's commitment to ending diversity
equity and inclusion practices, as stated by
SCC Chair Brendan Carr. Verizon will eliminate
human resources roles focused on DEI. and remove
related terminology from employee training. This
merger also allows Verizon to reclaim parts of
its fiber business sold in 2015, which will enhance
connectivity in various communities. In crypto
movement, Bitcoin is up 0 .5 % over the weekend
to about $105 ,000. Ethereum is down 7 % to just
under $2 ,400. And Goatsy's Maximus is down 1
% to 15 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 science. A recent study reveals that
a genetic mutation allows some individuals to
thrive on just four hours of sleep. While most
require about eight to nine hours to feel rested,
this short sleep mutation enables people to function
well after only three to six hours. Neuroscientist
Yinghuo Fu discovered a new mutation affecting
the gene, which plays a role in regulating metabolism
and circadian rhythm. This research, published
in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy
of Sciences, may lead to new treatments for sleep
disorders, enhancing our understanding of sleep's
genetic foundations. And in entertainment news,
Christopher Nolan's upcoming film, The Odyssey,
will make history as the first feature film shot
entirely on IMAX film. The company had to create
new film cameras to achieve this groundbreaking
feat. While Avengers Infinity War was the first
film shot using IMAX hardware, the Odyssey stands
out for using film rather than digital technology.
IMAX CEO Rich Gelfand shared that the project
began with a challenge from Nolan, who urged
IMAX to innovate. The new cameras are lighter,
quieter, and will eventually be available to
other filmmakers after the Odyssey completes
production. Well, alrighty folks, it's time for
the quote of the day. And today, our quote comes
from the British naturalist and geologist, Charles
Darwin. And he said, It is not the strongest
of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent,
but the one most responsive to change. 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.