Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in Boston. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Monday, June 16th. You'll be interested
to know. 62 years ago today, in 1963, Valentina
Tereshkova became the first woman to journey
into space. Launched aboard the Soviet spacecraft
Vostok 6. She orbited Earth 48 times over 71
hours, demonstrating remarkable courage and pioneering
spirit. This historic achievement not only shattered
gender barriers, but also inspired countless
individuals worldwide to pursue their dreams,
regardless of societal constraints. So now you
know. And now, it's time for the weather report.
This morning, it's partly sunny and it feels
like 59 degrees with 4 mile per hour wind. The
sunset will take place at 8 .16 and it will rise
again tomorrow at 5 .07. It looks like we're
in for some mostly sunny skies today with a high
near 69 and a light breeze. Tonight, expect mostly
cloudy conditions with a low of 57 and calm winds.
For all you beach runners out there, the first
low tide Monday will be just after 930 with a
high tide just before 4. The near -shore buoy
at Cape Cod Bay reads 60 degrees for the water
temperature. Looking ahead in the weather. Expect
partly sunny skies on Tuesday with a high near
72 and light east winds. A chance of rain showers
moves in Tuesday night with mostly cloudy skies
and a low around 62. Wednesday brings a slight
chance of rain before 1pm with mostly cloudy
skies and a high near 80. Wednesday night remains
mostly cloudy with a low around 67. On Juneteenth,
anticipate a chance of rain and thunderstorms
with a high near 88. Thursday night also carries
a chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a
low around 67. Finally, Friday features a slight
chance of rain and thunderstorms, mostly sunny
skies, at a high near 82, with a low around 63
at night. 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 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 Morning
sends you. In local news, workers at Fenway Park
and the nearby MGM Music Hall have voted to authorize
a strike amid ongoing contract negotiations with
their employer, Aramark. This decision, announced
by their union, UNIT Here Local 26, affects cooks,
beer sellers, cashiers, and souvenir vendors.
If a strike occurs, the union will ask attendees
at Boston Red Sox games to refrain from purchasing
food and beverages inside the park, referring
to this as the picket line. Workers have been
without a contract since the end of 2024, and
negotiations over wages and technology remain
unresolved. Now on to sports. J .J. Spahn triumphed
in a wild and rainy U .S. Open at Oakmont with
a dramatic birdie putt that sealed his victory.
The 34 -year -old golfer, who had struggled earlier
in the tournament, hit a remarkable 64 -foot
putt to finish at one under par, two shots ahead
of his nearest competitor. Spahn, who started
the day three under and faced a challenging course,
navigated through chaos, including a lengthy
rain delay. Reflecting on his win, he expressed
disbelief, stating, I never thought I would be
here holding this trophy. It was a moment that
will define his career. Also, in some shocking
baseball news, the Boston Red Sox traded star
slugger Raphael Devers to the San Francisco Giants
after sweeping the New York Yankees. Devers,
the last player from the Red Sox's 2018 World
Series championship team, was exchanged for right
-handed pitcher Jordan Hicks, left -handed pitcher
Kyle Harrison, and outfielder James Tibbs, among
others. This trade, occurring six weeks before
the July 31st trade deadline, follows a turbulent
spring for Devers, who struggled with a change
to designated hitter. The Red Sox now gain payroll
flexibility, similar to a major trade in 2012.
which ultimately led to another championship
in local sports. Yesterday afternoon at Fenway
Park, the Sox edged out the Yankees 2 -0, completing
a thrilling sweep. Brian Bayo dazzled, striking
out eight over seven innings for the win, while
Rafael Devers delivered with a solo shot to left
in the fifth. Garcia earned the save. keeping
the Yankees at bay as the Sox recorded six hits
compared to the Yankees' five. This victory improved
the Sox's record to 37 -36, while the Yankees
now stand at 42 -28. Looking ahead, the Sox are
set to face the Mariners tomorrow in Seattle.
Giolito, with a 2 -1 record and 5 .45 earned
run average, faces Logan Gilbert. This one gets
the late start on the West Coast, with 71 degrees
for the first pitch at 940. In top news. In exciting
news for iOS users, Apple has announced a new
Digital ID feature that allows travelers to save
their passport in Apple Wallet. This digital
passport can be presented to the Transportation
Security Administration for domestic flights
using an iPhone or Apple Watch. However, it is
important to note that this feature does not
replace a physical passport and cannot be used
for international flights. To utilize the digital
ID, travelers will need compatible devices. This
development could simplify the identification
process for domestic air travelers across the
United States. In business news, at iCombinators
Spring 2025 Demo Day, Nearly every startup presented
focused on artificial intelligence, with many
following the trend of creating cursor -type
tools. Notable startups included Anvil, which
offers search engine optimization for large language
models, and Atomworks, proposing a revolutionary
method to build three -dimensional chips. Other
intriguing companies were Okter, automating enterprise
software implementation, and Cactus, providing
an AI co -pilot for solopreneurs. Den aims to
replace traditional communication tools, while
Eloquent AI promises to enhance customer operations
in financial services. Scalar Field and Sim Studios
are also making waves in financial data manipulation
and AI agent building, respectively. In crypto
movement, Bitcoin is up 0 .5 % over the weekend
to $106 ,000. Ethereum is up 2 % to just under
$2 ,600. And XRP is up 2 % to $2 .17. 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 suggests that gray hair may be reversible,
challenging products like Just For Men. Research
from New York University's Grossman School of
Medicine reveals that melanocyte stem cells can
become stuck in hair follicles, preventing them
from producing pigment. In healthy conditions,
these cells move freely between compartments
in hair follicles, allowing for continuous hair
color. However, when they become immobilized,
pavement production halts, leading to gray hair.
The study raises the possibility of finding ways
to restore cell mobility, potentially reversing
or preventing graying in humans. And in entertainment
news... In a surprising turn, Marvel is facing
potential budget cuts after Thunderbolts underperformed
at the box office, earning just $371 million
globally, making it one of the franchise's lowest
-grossing films. Disney CDO Bob Iger initially
celebrated the film's release, but shifts in
audience, taste, and an oversaturated market
posed challenges. Analysts note that the era
of guaranteed billion -dollar hits is over. With
upcoming projects like Avengers Doomsday and
Spider -Man 4, Marvel aims for blockbuster success.
But rising production costs complicate matters,
making it crucial to balance quality with financial
viability. Well, alrighty folks, it's time for
the quote of the day. And today... Our quote
comes from the American poet and civil rights
activist Langston Hughes. And he said, Hold fast
to dreams, for if dreams die, life is a broken
-winged bird that cannot fly. 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.