Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in Boston. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Friday, March 13th. You'll be interested
to know. 245 years ago, today, in 1781, William
Herschel spotted a faint planet through a new
reflecting telescope and recognized it as a distinct
world beyond Saturn, opening a broader view of
the solar system. The finding elevated observational
astronomy adding a seventh planet to the catalog
of known worlds and inspiring improved instruments
and systematic sky surveys that advanced planetary
science. So now you know. And now it's time for
the weather report. This morning it's sunny and
it feels like 25 degrees with 6 mile per hour
wind. The sunset will take place at 648, and
it will rise again tomorrow at 654. It looks
like we're in for some mostly sunny weather today,
with a high near 44 and a light west wind at
6 to 10 miles per hour tonight. Expect a slight
chance of snow early, turning to a chance of
rain, mostly cloudy skies, a low around 36. and
a southwest wind around 10 miles per hour, dusting
up to 22. The nearshore buoy at Cape Cod Bay
reads 37 degrees for the water temperature. Looking
ahead in the weather. Saturday will be mostly
sunny with a high near 48 and a west wind 10
to 17 miles per hour, dusting as high as 43.
Late Saturday night into Sunday morning, winds
remain gusty, with lows near 30 and a slight
chance of rain early Saturday before 8 a .m.
Rain becomes likely Sunday night and Monday,
with temperatures rising to near 61 Monday and
gusty south winds up to 32 miles per hour. Bonjour,
food enthusiasts! This podcast is brought to
you by Versailles Cafe 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 mornings send you. In local
news, Boston City Council members are taking
steps toward a potential ban on kratom, a substance
that mimics the effects of opioids and stimulants.
Experts have raised concerns about synthetic
kratom products, particularly those containing
the potent compound 7 -hydroxymetraginine, which
can pose serious health risks. During a recent
hearing, counselors heard emotional testimonies
from individuals affected by Kratom -related
tragedies, prompting many to express alarm at
its easy availability in the city. Counselor
Ed Flynn emphasized, the status quo is not an
option. We have to ban it here in Boston. With
over 20 other Massachusetts towns enacting similar
bans, the council is exploring regulatory measures
to address this growing concern. Now onto sports.
The Minnesota Vikings made a significant move
on Thursday, signing quarterback Kyler Murray
to a one -year contract worth $1 .3 million.
This decision comes after Murray was released
by the Arizona Cardinals, who had guaranteed
him $36 .8 million. If Murray replaces J .J.
McCarthy, the implications could reshape the
Vikings' offense. Murray's mixed tenure with
the Cardinals included injuries and questions
about his leadership. With a history of injuries,
McCarthy faces pressure to adapt his game. If
named the starter, Murray's dual -thread ability
could elevate his fantasy value. In local sports,
Chet Holmgren knocked down two free throws with
0 .8 seconds remaining, lifting the Thunder to
a thrilling 104 -102 victory over the Celtics.
Pshy Gilgis Alexander broke Wilt Chamberlain's
record for consecutive games with 20 points or
more, scoring 35 points while also contributing
9 assists and 6 rebounds. Jalen Brown led the
Seas with 34 points. while Jason Tatum sat out
as he recovers from surgery on his right Achilles
tendon. The matchup was tight throughout, culminating
in Holmgren's late foul that secured the win
for Oklahoma City, marking their seventh straight
victory. In top news, what to know about the
growing potential for a super El Nino later this
year? A significant shift in the Pacific Ocean,
known as the El Nino climate pattern, is increasingly
likely to develop this summer and continue through
the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. Forecasters
estimate a 50 to 60 percent chance of this transition
occurring in late summer and beyond. If El Nino
develops during the summer, it could lead to
fewer tropical storms and hurricanes. The strength
of El Nino later in the season could significantly
impact hurricane activity in late October and
November. Increased precipitation could also
occur in parts of the West experiencing prolonged
dry conditions. In business news, lithium was
discovered deep underground in northeast Texas,
sparking a competitive race for access. The smuckover
formation, previously known for its oil, is now
recognized for containing some of the purest
lithium brine worldwide. Local attorney BF Hicks
is actively engaged in negotiating lithium leases
as companies flood this rural area seeking this
critical mineral. With U .S. lithium consumption
projected to surge by 74 % annually by 2029,
Texas is positioning itself as a significant
player in the lithium sector. Companies like
ExxonMobil and Chevron are already investing
heavily. aiming to capitalize on this emerging
resource. In crypto movement, Bitcoin is up 6
% for the week to about $71 ,000. Ethereum is
up 7 % to just over $2 ,000. And XRP is up 4
% to $1 .41. 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. Perplexity has launched a personal
computer, an AI agent that operates on M4 Mac
mini -servers, integrating local applications
with enhanced security features. According to
Macworld, This development highlights the increasing
significance of Mac Mini for artificial intelligence
applications. The system mandates user approval
for sensitive actions and provides full audit
trails, although specific configurations and
pricing remain undisclosed. Interestingly, while
AI companies lean towards powerful NVIDIA graphics
processing units, home enthusiasts are turning
to Mac Mini for their AI needs. Perplexity claims
that personal computer is more powerful than
any AI system ever launched. And in entertainment
news, the Leifert Tower is getting crowded as
social media star, gymnast and now actress Livy
Dunn has joined the cast of Fox's Baywatch reboot,
the network announced on Thursday. Dunn will
be a recurring star playing Grace. a highly enthusiastic
junior lifeguard. She joins a talented cast that
includes Stephamelle, Shay Mitchell, and David
Ciocacci among others. Dunn, a former Louisiana
State University gymnast, is the highest -earning
female college athlete, boasting more than 15
million followers across platforms. The reboot
is set to premiere during the 2026 to 2027 television
season with a 12 episode order from Fox. Well,
all righty folks, it's time for the quote of
the day. And today, our quote comes from the
American educator and author, John Dewey. And
he said, education is not preparation for life.
Education is life itself. emphasizing the importance
of continuous learning and adaptation in a rapidly
changing world. 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.