Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in Boston. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Wednesday, June 18th. You'll be interested
to know, 42 years ago today, in 1983, astronaut
Sally Ride became the first American woman to
journey into space. Aboard the space shuttle
Challenger, She and her four crewmates embarked
on a six -day mission that captivated the world.
Sally Ride's historic flight not only shattered
gender barriers, but also inspired countless
individuals to pursue careers in science, technology,
engineering, and mathematics. Her remarkable
achievement continues to symbolize the boundless
possibilities of human ambition and the enduring
spirit of exploration. 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 67 degrees with 6 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 early rain showers and patchy fog
before 3 p .m. with mostly cloudy skies and a
high near 80. accompanied by a light breeze.
Tonight, expect more cloudy skies with a low
of 68 and a chance of thunderstorms with winds
picking up to 7 miles per hour. For all you beach
runners out there, the first low tide Wednesday
will be at 1115 with a high tide at 530. The
near -shore GUI at Cape Cod Bay reads 63 degrees
for the water temperature. Looking ahead in the
weather. Expect mostly sunny skies on Juneteenth
with a high near 96 and a slight chance of rain
showers. Thursday night brings mostly cloudy
skies and a low around 68. Friday stays mostly
sunny with a high near 82. Saturday is similar
with a high near 85. A slight chance of showers
and thunderstorms return Saturday night, with
a low around 68. Sunday starts with a slight
chance of rain before 8 a .m., then warms up
to a high near 88. Nights will be partly cloudy,
with lows around 70. Bonjour, food enthusiasts!
This podcast is brought to you by Versailles
Café & 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 sent you. In local news, this summer,
beach goers may want to visit South Boston, home
to some of the cleanest urban beaches around
Boston Harbor. According to an annual water quality
report from the nonprofit Save the Harbor, Save
the Bay, Pleasure Bay and City Point beaches
received perfect cleanliness scores, the only
ones among the 15 metropolitan beaches evaluated.
Other notable beaches included M Street Beach,
and Carson Beach. Chris Mancini, executive director,
affirmed that Boston has some of the best swimming
beaches in the country, accessible via public
transportation. While most beaches maintained
grades, some like Savin Hill Beach experienced
declines in water quality, prompting further
investigation into causes. Now on to sports.
The Florida Panthers have made a significant
mark in the National Hockey League by winning
back -to -back Stanley Cups, solidifying their
status as a dynasty in the salary cap era. Their
recent 5 -1 win over the Edmond & Oilers in Game
6 highlights their impressive journey as they
join the ranks of only a few teams to achieve
consecutive championships since 2005. With a
culture of excellence and remarkable leadership,
the Panthers have transformed their organization,
reflecting their determination and hunger for
continued success. In local sports. Last night,
the Sox got smoked 8 -0 against the Mariners.
Rails Grand Slam put an abrupt end to the six
-game winning streak. Buehler takes the loss,
going only three and one -third innings. Tonight
is the rubber game of this three -game series.
Garrett Crochet, with a 2 .24 earned run average,
faces off against Luis Castillo, who boasts a
3 .29. First pitch at 4 .10 at T -Mobile Park,
where temperatures will be around 67 degrees.
In top news, a new study reveals that cannabis
use may double the risk of cardiovascular death,
raising significant concerns about its effects
on heart health. Researchers analyzed data from
24 previous studies, finding that cannabis users
face a 20 % higher risk of stroke and twice the
risk of dying from cardiovascular disease compared
to non -users. Despite its popularity as a wellness
product, experts warn that cannabis is not a
safe alternative to tobacco. As marijuana use
has surged in the United States, the implications
for cardiovascular health are becoming increasingly
critical, particularly given that cardiovascular
disease is the leading cause of death in the
country. In business news, the Trump Organization
is set to launch a mobile phone service named
Trump Mobile alongside a U .S.-built smartphone
called the T1 Phone. which will be available
in August for $499. This new venture aims to
compete with major players like Apple and Samsung.
The service will partner with all three major
wireless carriers utilizing mobile virtual network
operator agreements. Eric and Donald Trump Jr.
will oversee the project. The new Android phone
is described as a sleek gold smartphone. The
Services Core 47 plan will cost $47 a month.
In crypto movement, Bitcoin is down 2 % to about
$105 ,000. Ethereum is down 2 % to just over
$2 ,500. And XRP is down 0 .5 % 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. Private
space stations are emerging as the next -it destination,
with several companies racing to create facilities
for astronauts, researchers, and even tourists.
spurred by the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration, these projects aim to replace
the aging International Space Station. Future
visitors could include government astronauts
and private scientists, while tourists seek unique
experiences above Earth. Companies like Axiom
Space plan to develop modern, comfortable environments,
while Voyager Technologies and VAST aim for utilitarian
designs. Sierra Space is innovating with expandable
habitats. Blue Origin's Orbital Reef and SpaceX's
Starship are also in the mix, promising exciting
advancements in space travel. And in entertainment
news, Marvel has unveiled a thrilling first look
at the iconic villain, Galactus, from the upcoming
film The Fantastic Four First Steps. As the Marvel
Cinematic Universe progresses toward the climax
of its multiverse saga, excitement is reaching
a fever pitch. The film, set to release on July
25, 2025, features a star -studded cast and promises
to showcase the formidable threat posed by Galactus,
expertly portrayed by Ralph Ensign. Following
a previous blurry image, this new promo art reveals
his truly intimidating appearance, assuring fans
that this devourer of worlds is faithfully represented,
unlike his earlier live -action adaptation. Well,
alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the
day. And today, our quote comes from the American
inventor and visionary Orville Wright. And he
said, If we all worked on the assumption that
what is accepted as true is really true, there
would be little hope of advance. And that's a
wrap for this morning. You can check out our
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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.