Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in Boston. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Wednesday, August 6th. You'll be interested
to know, 34 years ago today in 1991, British
computer scientist Tim Berners -Lee introduced
the World Wide Web to the public. This groundbreaking
innovation transformed global communication.
enabling people worldwide to share information
instantly. The Internet has obviously since become
an integral part of daily life, revolutionizing
how we connect, learn, and collaborate. So now
you know. And now, it's time for the weather
report. This morning, it's partly sunny, and
it feels like 67 degrees with 4 mile per hour
wind. The sunset will take place at 7 .54 and
it will rise again tomorrow at 5 .43. It looks
like we're in for some partly sunny skies today,
reaching a high near 76 with a light northeast
breeze. Tonight, expect mostly cloudy conditions
with a low around 62 and calm winds. For all
you beach runners out there, The first high tide
Wednesday will be at 10, with a low tide at 345.
The near -shore buoy at Cape Cod Bay reads 68
degrees for the water temperature. Looking ahead
in the weather. Expect partly sunny skies on
Thursday, with a high near 78 and light east
winds. Friday through Sunday will be sunny, with
highs reaching the low 90s. Nights will be mostly
clear, with lows in the 60s. 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, the Department
of Justice has identified 35 jurisdictions, including
the city of Boston, as having policies that impede
enforcement of federal immigration laws. Attorney
General Pamela Bondi stated, Sanctuary policies
impede law enforcement and put American citizens
at risk by design. The Justice Department plans
to take legal action against these jurisdictions.
While Boston has been named, the state of Massachusetts
is not on the list. In response, Boston Mayor
Michelle Wu emphasized the city's policies promote
community safety, stating, We are safe for everyone.
Legal battles are ongoing in nearby Chelsea and
some avail over federal funding. Now on to sports.
The Milwaukee Brewers are currently the best
team in baseball, despite having a largely anonymous
roster. Manager Pat Murphy admits, you don't
know why, and I don't know why, highlighting
their surprising success. Recently, the Brewers
swept the Washington Nationals, scoring 38 runs
to 14, even after losing key players to injuries.
They lead Major League Baseball with 68 wins,
while spending only about a third of what top
teams do on payroll. With a focus on developing
pitching talent and emphasizing the little things,
the Brewers continue to defy expectations and
dominate the standings this August. In local
sports. Last night at Fenway Park, the Red Sox
beat the Royals 6 -2. Garrett Crochet earned
the win with seven strong innings, while Trevor
Story's two -run single helped break the game
open. Boston finished with nine hits and one
error, leaving six runners on base. The Sox improved
their record to 64 -51, claiming their seventh
straight win in the series. Tonight, the Red
Sox clash with the Royals in Boston for the final
game of this three -game series. Dustin Ney is
6 -7 with a 4 .85 earned run average, faces Michael
Wacca, who is 5 -9 with a 3 .38. First pitch
at 7 -10 at Fenway Park under clear skies. In
top news. The Food and Drug Administration is
focusing on orange juice, proposing a change
to sugar levels in pasteurized orange juice,
a move influenced by Florida's citrus industry.
This regulation aims to address concerns over
declining crop quality, while the agency states
it will not significantly alter taste or nutritional
value. Orange juice is often debated, with some
experts labeling it as sugar water. cautioning
against excessive consumption due to its natural
sugars. Despite its nutrient content, health
authorities recommend whole fruit instead. The
proposed sugar threshold would drop from 18 grams
to 17 grams per serving, impacting labeling but
not nutrient quality. In business news, the National
Football League has entered a significant agreement
with Disney. taking a 10 % stake in the ESPN
sports empire. In return, the NFL gains control
of key media assets, including NFL Network, in
a deal valued at approximately $3 billion. Analysts
estimate ESPN's total worth ranges between $25
billion and $30 billion. This partnership enhances
the relationship between media companies and
sports leagues. moving beyond traditional rights
deals. As ESPN prepares to launch a streaming
version of its network, the addition of NFL content
aims to increase viewer interest and engagement.
In crypto movement, Bitcoin is down 1 % to about
$113 ,000. Ethereum is down half a percent to
just under $3 ,600. XRP is down 4 % to $2 .90.
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. The rise
of quantum computing, It promises to revolutionize
various industries, offering better medicine,
faster internet, and more sustainable food production.
Companies like IBM are developing commercial
-grade quantum computers with the first full
-scale, fault -tolerant machine expected by 2029.
For instance, Comcast envisions using quantum
technology to optimize data flow for internet
services. while Moderna explores how it could
enhance the development of medicines with fewer
side effects. However, risks remain, particularly
the potential for quantum computers to break
current encryption standards, urging businesses
to adopt quantum -safe measures. The future of
quantum computing is closer than ever. Seth Rogen
and Rose Byrne return to showcase their effortless
chemistry in a midlife comedy on Apple TV+. Unlike
traditional romantic comedies, this series focuses
on friendship, as Rogen's character, a hipster
brewer, reconnects with Byrne's character after
years apart. Their dynamic is filled with humor,
exploring themes like work -life balance and
the complexities of modern relationships. With
witty one -liners and relatable dilemmas, the
show is described as smart and funny, offering
more depth than your typical will -they -won't
-they plot. Platonic is a refreshing take on
friendship in adulthood. Well, alrighty folks,
it's time for the quote of the day. And today,
our quote comes from the American writer and
philosopher, Albert Hubbard. And he said, The
world is moving so fast these days that the man
who says it can't be done is generally interrupted
by someone doing it. 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.