Sunny Mornings | Boston

October 01, 2024

SE02:EP181

In today's episode we cover Hurricane Helene's impact on Florida’s Big Bend, fueled by exceptionally warm Caribbean waters. Meteorologists at Colorado State University discuss how climate change is complicating predictions, with an increase in major hurricanes. In local news, Boston's iconic Duck Tours celebrates its thirtieth anniversary with a special ticket discount and a unique pay-it-forward gesture for employees. In sports, we delve into the MLB postseason strategies, highlighting the Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians' homegrown talent, and the San Diego Padres' trade acquisitions. Tonight, the Houston Astros face the Detroit Tigers at Minute Maid Park, while the Baltimore Orioles take on the Kansas City Royals at Camden Yards. In local sports, Bill Belichick criticizes the New England Patriots following their Week Four loss, focusing on offensive line struggles. In tech news, scientists at UC Berkeley develop a promising method for recycling plastics by vaporizing them, targeting polypropylene and polyethylene. In entertainment, Francis Ford Coppola's "MEGALOPOLIS" is set to release on September twenty-seventh, featuring Adam Driver and Giancarlo Esposito. This ambitious film explores an alternate future America, blending modern myths with ancient themes.

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September 30, 2024

SE02:EP180

In today's episode, we cover Alabama's thrilling 41-34 victory over Georgia in their SEC opener, with standout performances by Jalen Milroe and Ryan Williams. The Baltimore Ravens dismantled the Buffalo Bills 35-10, featuring Derrick Henry's 199 rushing yards and Lamar Jackson's three touchdown passes. In local sports, the Patriots fell to the 49ers, while Boston College pulled off a narrow win over Western Kentucky. The Red Sox ended their season with a win against the Tampa Bay Rays. We also discuss Apple's new iPhone 16, which reintroduces physical controls with an "action button." Local news highlights the ongoing noise pollution issue from the Tobin Bridge repainting project in Boston. In entertainment, George Clooney and Brad Pitt star in "Wolfs," a comedy directed by Jon Watts.

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September 27, 2024

SE02:EP179

In today's episode we cover the weather report for the Boston area, with mostly cloudy skies and a high of 75 degrees expected today. We also look ahead to the weekend with mostly sunny weather on Saturday and a chance of rain showers on Tuesday. In local news, Pauli's North End in Boston is offering a unique lobster roll with a diamond ring for National Lobster Day. In sports, the highly anticipated SEC showdown between second-ranked Georgia and fourth-ranked Alabama is set for Saturday, with Georgia as the favorite. On Sunday Night Football, the undefeated Bills visit the Baltimore Ravens, with Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson leading their teams. The Patriots aim to snap a two-game losing streak against the 49ers, and Boston College hosts Western Kentucky. In business news, OpenAI is transitioning to a for-profit benefit corporation, raising questions about its original mission. In tech news, Google has paid $2.7 billion to bring back AI expert Noam Shazeer. In entertainment, Jeff Bridges shares his experience working with Jared Leto on Tron Ares. Finally, old newspaper dispensers in Boston are now delivering Narcan for free community distribution.

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September 26, 2024

SE02:EP178

In today's episode we cover Hurricane Helene's approach to Florida's northern Gulf Coast, with marine scientists deploying drones to track its path and improve storm predictions. In sports, we discuss tonight's Thursday Night Football game where the Dallas Cowboys face off against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium, with clear skies and a temperature of seventy-four degrees expected. The Cowboys are favored by six points. In local news, Hasbro CEO Chris Cocks announces that the company will not relocate its Pawtucket headquarters for at least eighteen months, while exploring options in the Greater Boston area. Business news highlights Nvidia's stock surge, driven by predictions of unprecedented investment in artificial intelligence, with expectations of ten billion dollars in revenue from government investments in 2024. In tech, Meta discontinues its Quest Pro virtual reality headset due to poor reviews, focusing on the newer Quest three model. Lastly, in local sports, the Boston Red Sox fall to the Toronto Blue Jays, with Kevin Gausman striking out ten batters and Alejandro Kirk driving in three runs for Toronto's victory.

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September 25, 2024

SE02:EP177

In today's episode, we cover the weather forecast for Boston, detailing cloudy skies with a chance of rain showers tonight and upcoming thunderstorms. In local news, around twelve thousand runners who met the qualifying standard for the 2025 Boston Marathon will miss out on a spot due to an overwhelming rush of applications. This marks the largest cutoff in the race's history. In sports, Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre has revealed his diagnosis of Parkinson's disease, joining notable figures like Michael J. Fox and Muhammad Ali in facing this challenge. In local sports, the Sox edged out the Blue Jays six to five in a thrilling ten-inning game in Toronto, with key performances by Trevor Story, Rafael Devers, and Yoshida. In top news, scientists have unveiled a "third state" of life, where dead cells take on new functions, opening exciting possibilities in medical science. In business news, Thailand's government launched a fourteen billion dollar "digital wallet" stimulus scheme to invigorate the economy. In tech, renowned filmmaker James Cameron joined the board of Stability AI, the company behind the controversial image generator "Stable Diffusion," reflecting ongoing concerns about the impact of artificial intelligence on society.

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September 24, 2024

SE02:EP176

In today's episode, we cover the Boston weather forecast with mostly cloudy skies and a high of 66 degrees. In local news, the MBTA secures nearly $500 million in federal funding to replace the Depression-era drawbridge over the Charles River, a historic grant promising safer and more reliable public transit. In sports, the Buffalo Bills dominate the Jacksonville Jaguars 47-10, with Josh Allen throwing four touchdown passes. The Washington Commanders hold off the Cincinnati Bengals 38-33, with Jayden Daniels leading the charge. The Red Sox defeat the Toronto Blue Jays 4-1, backed by Tanner Houck's strong outing. Tonight, Brayan Bello faces Bowden Francis as the Sox continue their playoff push. In business, a key inflation report is set to be released, with forecasts predicting a decline to 2.2% in August. We also discuss the rise of 401(k) millionaires and the current crypto market, with Bitcoin just under $63,100. In tech, scientists reveal Earth's climate history over 485 million years, linking CO2 levels to global temperatures. Finally, in entertainment, "True Detective" gears up for its fifth season, "Night Country," with high anticipation following Jodie Foster's Emmy win.

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September 23, 2024

SE02:EP175

In today's episode, we cover the weather forecast for the Boston area, highlighting a slight chance of morning rain and cloudy skies. In local news, attorney Hank Brennan, known for representing Boston gangster James "Whitey" Bulger, has been appointed to prosecute Karen Read in her retrial. In sports, the Kansas City Chiefs improved to 3-0 with a narrow 22-17 victory over the Atlanta Falcons, featuring a crucial fourth down stop and a touchdown by Patrick Mahomes. The Ravens held off the Cowboys with a 28-25 victory, thanks to Derrick Henry’s powerful 26-yard touchdown run. Looking ahead, the Buffalo Bills will host the Jacksonville Jaguars, with Josh Allen and Von Miller leading the charge. In college football, No. 18 Michigan defeated No. 11 USC with a game-winning touchdown by Kalel Mullings. In business news, Boeing announced the departure of Ted Colbert, CEO of Boeing Defense, Space, and Security, amid challenges with the Starliner space capsule. In tech, Lehigh Valley Health Network will pay $65 million after hackers leaked nude patient photos, highlighting cybersecurity risks. Lastly, New Kids On The Block announced their first-ever Las Vegas residency at Dolby Live at Park MGM.

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September 20, 2024

SE02:EP174

In today's episode we cover the weather outlook for Boston, detailing cloudy skies and rain showers with temperatures reaching 67 degrees. In local news, we discuss the unprecedented spike in dolphin strandings off Cape Cod, where rescuers recently saved 11 dolphins. In sports, the Patriots were overpowered by the Jets, losing 24-3 at MetLife Stadium, while the Kansas City Chiefs prepare to face the Atlanta Falcons. College football highlights include USC's crucial game against Michigan. In business news, TrueX, a new cryptocurrency exchange developed by former Coinbase executives, aims to revolutionize trading with a focus on stablecoins. We also discuss the CDC naming watercress the healthiest vegetable, surpassing Chinese cabbage. Lastly, in tech news, NASA faces challenges with Voyager 1's aging thruster tubes but continues its journey using the third set of thrusters.

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September 19, 2024

SE02:EP173

In today's episode, we cover the Boston weather forecast, predicting cloudy skies with rain showers and highs near 67 degrees. Local news highlights the opening of Lakon Paris Patisserie in the Seaport District, offering exclusive items like Sea Salt Caramel Croissants. In sports, the Patriots face the New York Jets in a pivotal Week 3 AFC East clash, with Aaron Rodgers leading the Jets and Jacoby Brissett quarterbacking for the Patriots. The Red Sox edged out the Rays 2-1, with Trevor Story and Jarren Duran leading the charge. In top news, the Federal Reserve has made its first interest rate cut in four years, impacting the housing market, stocks, and borrowing costs. Business news focuses on MicroStrategy's increased convertible senior notes offering to acquire more Bitcoin, despite a dip in stock price. In tech, TCL faces allegations over false quantum dot TV claims, potentially leading to significant scandals. Entertainment news teases the long-awaited sequel to "Constantine" with Keanu Reeves and director Francis Lawrence returning.

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September 18, 2024

SE02:EP172

In today's episode we cover the Boston Celtics up for sale with Jeff Bezos, Wynn Encore, and Sam Kennedy as potential buyers. The Chicago White Sox face their worst season in a century, while the Cleveland Guardians aim for the division title. The Boston Red Sox lose to the Rays despite home runs from Triston Casas and Romy Gonzalez. We discuss the launch of the Decentralized AI Society by industry leaders, including Michael Casey, to combat AI monopolization. In business news, stock prices of Disney, Paramount, Sirius, and Warner Brothers Discovery have declined significantly, contrasting with the rising S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrials. In tech, scientists study the hybridization of Blackcapped and Carolina Chickadees, revealing insights into species adaptation. In entertainment, Sean "Diddy" Combs has been denied bail and faces serious charges, including sex trafficking and racketeering.

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