Sunny Mornings Boston

July 24, 2024

SE02:EP137

In today's episode, we remember the 127th anniversary of the birth of Amelia Earhart, one of the world's most celebrated aviators and the first woman to fly alone across the Atlantic Ocean. Next, we check the weather in Boston, expecting a chance of showers and thunderstorms mainly between 1 and 2 PM followed by patchy fog between noon and 5. Local news focuses on a federal judge in Boston upholding Massachusetts' 2016 ballot Question 3, which aims to prevent cruelty to farm animals. Sports highlights the Rose Bowl requesting to be left out of the College Football Playoff semifinal rotation. Top News dives into the rise of hydroxyapatite toothpaste as a fluoride-free alternative for cavity prevention. Business news covers Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway selling about 34 million shares of Bank of America. Science discusses cutting-edge technology that could massively reduce the energy used for air conditioning. Finally, in Entertainment, we learn about Celine Dion reportedly preparing to perform at the 2024 Summer Olympics. We conclude the episode with a quote from Amelia Earhart, encouraging people to be tenacious and fearless in pursuing their dreams.

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July 24, 2024

SE02:EP136

In today's episode, we remember the 25th anniversary of Eileen Collins becoming the first woman to command a space shuttle mission, a milestone achievement for women in space exploration. Next, we check the weather in Boston, expecting a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 PM followed by mostly cloudy skies with a high near 77 degrees. Local news focuses on Karen Read's retrial for the alleged murder of her boyfriend, Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe, which is set for January 27th. Sports highlights TNT Sports' plans to match Amazon's media rights package, setting the stage for a showdown with the NBA. Top News dives into Delta's ongoing meltdown, with over 700 cancellations reported by Monday morning. Business news covers Verizon's Chief Executive, Hans Vestberg, noting that people are now keeping their phones for over three years. Tech dives into a WIRED investigation that reveals the public Venmo account of US senator Jay-Dee Vance. Finally, in Entertainment, we learn about Eminem unseating Taylor Swift on the Billboard 200. We conclude the episode with a quote from Eileen Collins, reflecting on the drive and dedication of astronauts.

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July 22, 2024

SE02:EP135

In today's episode, we remember Wiley Post, an American aviator, who completed the first solo flight around the world 91 years ago today, in 1933. Next, we check the weather in Boston, expecting a partly sunny day with a high near 83 degrees. Local news focuses on more than forty Massachusetts beaches being closed for swimming this weekend due to dangerously high bacteria levels, or cyanobacteria blooms. Sports highlights the Los Angeles Dodgers gearing up for a significant boost in their pitching lineup. Top News dives into immunotherapy revolutionizing cancer treatment, with a breakthrough in April 2023 when researchers at Mass General in Boston treated a patient with glioblastoma using genetically modified white blood cells. Business news covers Wall Street eyeing America's booming battery storage sector. Science discusses a new genetic test inspired by a mountain rescue dog named "Shola" that aims to eradicate progressive retinal atrophy, or "PRA", in English shepherds. Finally, in Entertainment, we learn about "Twisters" making waves at the box office, with a global gross of one hundred and twenty-three million dollars. We conclude the episode with a quote from Leonardo da Vinci, reflecting on the allure of flight.

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July 19, 2024

SE02:EP134

In today's episode, we remember the 176th anniversary of the beginning of the women's suffrage movement in the United States. Next, we check the weather in Boston, expecting a sunny day with a high near 84 degrees. Local news focuses on a Titanic exhibition featuring almost 250 authentic artifacts from the Titanic, arriving in downtown Boston this fall. Sports highlights CBS Sports securing the US TV rights for the English Football League and Carabao Cup. Top News dives into Bud Light falling to the number three beer brand in the United States following a controversy with transgender influencer, Dylan Mulvaney. Business news covers hedge-fund billionaire Ken Griffin paying $45 million for a nearly complete Stegosaurus skeleton named "Apex." Science discusses NASA canceling plans to launch the Viper Moon-rover due to supply chain and budget restraints. Finally, in Entertainment, we learn about Jon Hamm's Emmy nominations for his performances in "The Morning Show" and "Fargo." We conclude the episode with a quote from Elizabeth Cady Stanton, reflecting on the struggle for women's rights.

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July 18, 2024

SE02:EP133

In today's episode, we celebrate Nelson Mandela Day, honoring the legacy of a human rights lawyer, prisoner of conscience, and the first democratically elected president of South Africa. Next, we check the weather in Boston, expecting a chance of showers mainly before 7 AM followed by partly sunny skies with a high near 88 degrees. Local news focuses on the mass stranding of dolphins on Cape Cod, beginning on June 28th, which was the largest in United States history. Sports highlights New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson opting to sign a contract extension worth $156 million over four years. Top News dives into Meta lifting the heightened suspension penalties from Donald Trump's Facebook and Instagram accounts. Business news covers hackers stealing six months' worth of phone records from nearly 110 million AT&T customers. Science discusses NASA's plans for a controlled de-orbit of the International Space Station. Finally, in Entertainment, we learn about a film adaptation of the popular television series "24" being in early development at 20th Century Studios. We conclude the episode with a quote from Nelson Mandela, encouraging people to rise above their circumstances and achieve success through dedication and passion.

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July 12, 2024

SE02:EP132

In today's episode, we remember Disco Demolition Night, a Major League Baseball promotion that ended in a riot at Comiskey Park in Chicago 45 years ago. Next, we check the weather in Boston, expecting a chance of showers, mainly between 9 AM and 4 PM, otherwise mostly sunny with a high near 88 degrees. Local news focuses on Barnstable, Massachusetts, which is at the center of an offshore wind debate. Sports highlights former New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick joining the long-running series, “Inside the NFL”. Top News dives into Vlad Artamonov, a former Wall Street professional with Ivy League credentials, allegedly orchestrating a Ponzi scheme targeting Harvard Business School alumni. Business news covers Tesla's recent announcement of a delay in the unveiling of its highly anticipated robo-taxi vehicle. Science discusses a new study revealing that hippos can get airborne, even if briefly. Finally, in Entertainment, we learn about the Beastie Boys filing a lawsuit against Brinker International, the parent company of Chili's, for allegedly using their 1994 hit "Sabotage" in advertisements without permission. We conclude the episode with a quote from Bill Belichick, emphasizing the importance of dependability, consistency, and being coachable.

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July 11, 2024

SE02:EP131

In today's episode, we celebrate Free Slurpee Day, a sweet tradition started by 7-Eleven in 2002. Next, we check the weather in Boston, expecting a slight chance of showers before noon followed by cloudy skies with a high near 88 degrees. Local news focuses on the Karen Read trial, where Judge Beverly Cannone has impounded the jury list for at least ten days, citing a risk of irreparable injury if released. Sports highlights Steph Curry's recent comments on Klay Thompson's departure from the Golden State Warriors. Top News dives into the spread of lone star ticks across the United States, posing serious health threats. Business news covers Tesla's explosive stock surge, proving to be a major win for investors. Science discusses a new study revealing that hippos can get airborne, even if briefly. Finally, in Entertainment, we learn about Disney developing a sequel to "The Devil Wears Prada." We conclude the episode with a quote from Julia Child, encouraging people to be fearless and have fun in the kitchen.

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July 08, 2024

SE02:EP130

In today's episode, we remember the 527th anniversary of Vasco da Gama's first voyage, sailing from Lisbon, Portugal to open a sea route to Asia, by way of the Cape of Good Hope. Next, we check the weather in Boston, expecting mostly sunny skies with a high near 90 degrees. Local news focuses on the Sumner Tunnel connecting East Boston to downtown, closing for one month. Sports highlights Caitlin Clark, the rookie guard for the Fever, achieving the first triple-double by a WNBA rookie. Top News dives into several top House Democrats urging President Joe Biden to step aside from the 2024 campaign. Business news covers Paramount Global agreeing to merge with David Ellison’s Skydance Media. Science discusses the unique effects of drinking on a plane, where alcohol compounds high altitude effects. Finally, in Entertainment, we get a first peek at Brad Pitt's new movie, titled "F1," revealing fast cars and dangerous driving. We conclude the episode with a quote from Canadian activist; Jack Layton, reflecting on the importance of love, hope, and optimism.

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July 03, 2024

SE02:EP129

In today's episode, we remember the 161st anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, a pivotal turning point in the American Civil War. Next, we check the weather in Boston, expecting a sunny day with a high near 77 degrees. Local news focuses on the increasing seasonal white shark sightings around Massachusetts, particularly around the Outer Cape, due to a growing population of gray seals. Sports highlights the NBA free agency period kicking off with major moves, including the Boston Celtics signing Jayson Tatum to a record-breaking supermax extension. Top News dives into the historical strength of the stock market in July, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average showing positive track records. Business news covers Robinhood Markets acquiring Pluto, an AI-driven investment research company, to enhance its customer offerings. Science discusses supercapacitors, which could soon surpass batteries in power efficiency. Finally, in Entertainment, we learn about Ben Affleck and Matt Damon being set to star in the Netflix thriller "RIP," directed by Joe Carnahan. We conclude the episode with a quote from Abraham Lincoln, reflecting on the significance of the Battle of Gettysburg and the ongoing Civil War.

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June 28, 2024

SE02:EP128

In today's episode, we remember the 27th anniversary of Mike Tyson's disqualification in a heavyweight title boxing match against Evander Holyfield, when he twice bit Holyfield's ear. Next, we check the weather in Boston, expecting sunny skies with a high near 77 degrees. Local news focuses on a tornado that touched down in Rhode Island on Wednesday, traveling over four miles into Massachusetts, confirmed by the National Weather Service. Sports highlights a jury ruling that the National Football League violated antitrust laws in distributing out-of-market Sunday afternoon games through a premium subscription service, resulting in damages exceeding nearly $5 billion. Top News dives into how early you should arrive for the busiest air-travel day in the United States, with the Transportation Security Administration expecting to screen a record three million people next Friday. Business news covers Walgreens Boots Alliance announcing plans to close between six hundred and fifty to seven hundred underperforming stores in the United States. Science discusses two massive asteroids that will fly past Earth this week, just in time for World Asteroid Day. Finally, in Entertainment, we learn about Sterlin Harjo, creator of "Reservation Dogs," teaming up with Ethan Hawke for a new project; The "Sensitive Kind." We conclude the episode with a quote from the physicist; Neil deGrasse Tyson, reflecting on the precision of physics in understanding the world around us.

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