Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in Boston. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Tuesday, August 12th. You'll be interested
to know, 65 years ago today in 1960, the United
States launched Echo One, the first passive communication
satellite from Cape Canaveral, Florida. This
pioneering achievement marked a significant milestone
in space exploration and telecommunications,
paving the way for the development of modern
satellite communications and global connectivity.
So now you know. And now, it's time for the weather
report. This morning, it's sunny and it feels
like 73 degrees with 5 mile per hour wind. The
sunset will take place at 747 and it will rise
again tomorrow at 548. It looks like we're in
for a sunny Tuesday with temperatures climbing
to around 94 accompanied by a light southwest
breeze. Tonight, we can expect mostly clear skies,
a low of 72 and those gentle winds continuing.
For all you beach runners out there, the first
low tide Tuesday will be at 8, with a high tide
at 2 .15. The nearshore buoy at Cape Cod Bay
reads 71 degrees for the water temperature. Looking
ahead in the weather. Expect mostly sunny weather
on Wednesday, with a high near 93. A slight chance
of rain and thunderstorms is possible. Wednesday
night brings a chance of showers with a low around
73. On Thursday, look for a chance of rain showers
and partly sunny skies with a high near 90. Thursday
night offers a chance of rain before 11 p .m.
with a low around 69. Friday will be sunny and
cooler with a high near 83. And Friday night
will be mostly clear with a low around 64. Saturday
continues the sunshine with a high near 85, and
Saturday night remains mostly clear with a low
around 69. 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, in a
heartfelt farewell, J .P. Licks has announced
the closure of its One Brigham Circle location
in Mission Hill. after 20 years of service. The
closure, effective June 25th, follows the end
of the lease. The chain expressed its gratitude,
stating, We are deeply grateful for the many
memories and the loyal customers who have supported
us throughout the years. Founded in 1981 in Jamaica
Plain, J .P. Licks operates 16 locations across
Greater Boston, creating all ice cream and ice
cream cakes in -house. The chain has received
over 300 awards, including a Best of Boston award
in 2021. Now on to sports. The first Associated
Press poll of the 2025 college football season
has been released, with Texas, Penn State, and
Ohio State leading the rankings. Texas kicks
off the season at number one. facing a significant
challenge against third -ranked Ohio State on
August 30th. The Southeastern Conference boasts
10 teams in the top 25, the most ever by one
conference. Notable statistics include Texas'
26 turnovers last season and Penn State's impressive
3 ,237 rushing yards. As the season begins, excitement
builds around these powerhouse teams and their
upcoming matchups. In local sports. Last night
at Dakin Park in Houston, the Red Sox lost to
the Astros 7 -6. Garcia took the loss after giving
up five runs in four innings. Roman Anthony powered
the Sox with a three -run homer, part of Boston's
10 hits and no errors. Both teams left four runners
on base. The Sox dropped to 65 -55 for the season
as the series continues. Tonight, the Red Sox
face the Astros in Houston for Game 2 of this
three -game series. Dustin May is 6 -8 with a
4 .93 earned run average, while Spencer Ariete
is 1 -2 with a 7 .43. First pitch is at 8 -10.
In top news, in a bold move, President Trump
has deployed National Guard troops to Washington,
D .C., placing the city's police department under
federal control. At a recent news conference,
Trump declared, this is Liberation Day in D .C.,
and we're going to take our capital back. He
dispatched approximately 800 National Guard troops
and indicated he may involve active -duty military
personnel if necessary. Local leaders, including
Mayor Muriel Bowser, criticized the decision
as unsettling and unprecedented. The president's
actions are intended to address rising crime
rates, with a focus on ensuring safety for all
citizens in the capital. In business news, some
debts are not worth paying back, especially when
it comes to zombie debt. This type of old debt
is often uncollectible after a certain period,
but collection agencies may try to intimidate
individuals into restarting payment timelines.
Under the federal Fair Debt Collection Practices
Act, once the legal deadline passes, the debt
becomes time -barred, meaning collectors cannot
sue. However, old debts can resurface after inactivity.
It is crucial to regularly review credit reports,
Know your rights and ask for proof of the debt.
Remember, taking action could inadvertently restart
the collection clock. Stay informed and protect
yourself. In crypto movement, Bitcoin is down
2 % to $119 ,000. Ethereum is down 1 % to just
under $4 ,300. And XRP is down 3%. to $3 .16.
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. Futurists
predict that humans could live for 1 ,000 years
by the year 2050. ushering in the era of practical
immortality. While advancements in artificial
intelligence, robotics, and digital consciousness
transfer spark hope, some experts caution that
societal and economic hurdles may hinder access.
Visionaries like Ray Kurzweil and Ian Pearson
anticipate breakthroughs that will extend life
significantly, projecting a merger of humans
and machines by 2045. However, critics argue
that the promise of technology comes with challenges,
including potential inequalities. As we approach
these possibilities, questions about motivation
and societal impact remain ever relevant. And
in entertainment news. This week, the Perseid
meteor shower, hailed by NASA as the best meteor
shower of the year, will light up our skies.
The peak viewing nights are August 12th and 13th,
although a full moon may obscure some of the
meteors. The Perseids, which originate from the
constellation Perseus, can produce up to 100
meteors per hour at their height. Bascued in
the northern hemisphere during the pre -dawn
hours, stargazers are encouraged to find dark
areas, lie back, and be patient. Enjoy this dazzling
display of fireballs and bright trails of light.
Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote
of the day. And today, our quote comes from the
American science fiction writer Isaac Asimov.
And he said, The saddest aspect of life right
now is that science gathers knowledge faster
than society gathers wisdom. 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.