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Bills vs Dolphins Showdown, Pearl Jam at Fenway, Amazon Facility Closures. · Sunny Mornings Boston

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  Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Boston.
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  I'm your host Melissa, and it's Thursday, September 12th.
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  You'll be interested to know.
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  Sixty-five years ago, today, in 1959, the Soviet Union launched Luna 2,
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  the first space probe to hit the Moon, marking a significant milestone in space exploration.
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  This event demonstrated the Soviet Union's technological prowess
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  and further intensified the space race between the Soviet Union and the United States.
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  So now you know.
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  And now, it's time for the weather report.
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  It looks like we're in for a sunny day with a high near 81 and a light south breeze.
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  Tonight, we'll have mostly clear skies dropping to a low of 60 with gentle winds out of the southwest.
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  For all you beach runners out there, the first low tide Thursday will be at 1215 with a high tide just after 730.
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  The nearshore buoy at Cape Cod Bay reads 68 degrees for the water temperature.
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  Looking ahead in the weather, expect sunny skies through Monday with highs around 80 to 85 degrees.
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  Light south winds will keep things pleasant.
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  Nights will be mostly clear with lows in the upper 50s to low 60s.
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  Enjoy the beautiful weather ahead.
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  Bonjour, food enthusiasts.
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  This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Café and Pastries in Encinitas.
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  Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this café is a haven for culinary delights.
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  Indulge in their amazing Eggs Benedict or their gluten-free crepes.
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  You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee.
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  They are open every day from 8 to 5.
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  So stop on by and don't forget to tell them.
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  A sunny morning sends you.
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  In local news, Pearl Jam is set to rock Fenway Park with two shows as part of their Dark Matter world tour.
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  The legendary band will perform on Sunday, September 15th, and Tuesday, September 17th.
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  Fans looking for last-minute tickets can find options under $50 through reliable sellers like StubHub, Vavid Seats, and SeatGeek.
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  As of Wednesday, the cheapest tickets for Sunday are $58 on Vivid Seats, while Tuesday's cheapest tickets are $29.
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  The tour began on May 4th in Vancouver, British Columbia, and concludes in Sydney, Australia on November 21st.
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  Now onto sports.
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  Tonight on Thursday Night Football, the Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins face off in a big Week 2 matchup at Hard Rock Stadium.
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  Both teams come in with 1-0 records, making this an early statement game in the AFC East.
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  The Dolphins are favored by 2 points, with the over-under set at 48.
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  Josh Allen will look to build on his strong performance last week, where he threw for 220 yards and 3 touchdowns, while James Cook contributed 100 yards on the ground.
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  Tua Tagovailoa, coming off a solid opener with 227, passing yards, and a touchdown, leads Miami.
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  Both teams have some injury concerns, with the Dolphins' Davon HN nursing an ankle injury, and the Bills' Jordan Poyer out with a toe issue.
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  The last time these two teams met was in January, when Buffalo edged Miami in a thriller, 34-31, in local sports.
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  Last night, the Red Sox edged out the Orioles in a thrilling extra innings game, winning 5-3.
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  Tyler O'Neill's 2-run homer in the 10th sealed the victory.
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  Boston's pitching, led by Nick Pibetta, kept Baltimore in check, but it was the bullpen that secured the win.
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  The Red Sox now sit at 74-72, just four games back in the wild card race.
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  Tonight, they take on the Yankees in the Bronx, where Boston holds a 4-5 record against New York this season.
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  The Yankees, leading the AL East with an 83-62 record, are looking to maintain their edge.
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  Nester Cortez takes the mound for New York, boasting a solid 3.97 ERA, while Boston sends Cooper Criswell to the hill with a 4.11 ERA.
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  Both teams are fighting to solidify their postseason positions, and with Boston chasing a wild card spot, this series could prove pivotal.
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  In top news, Amazon has revealed plans to close two facilities in California, which may lead to the loss of hundreds of jobs.
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  According to worker adjustment and retraining notification notices, the fulfillment center in Sacramento will close on October 30, affecting approximately 159 employees.
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  The facility in Irvine will shut down on November 7, impacting an additional 162 workers.
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  An Amazon spokesperson stated, we appreciate our team's hard work, while offering support for impacted employees to find new opportunities within the company.
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  This decision follows previous closures in the San Francisco area.
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  In business news, crypto markets are experiencing significant declines, as traditional U.S. markets open, reflecting a risk-off sentiment among American investors.
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  On Wednesday, Bitcoin fell below $56,000 after climbing briefly to over $57,000 following the U.S. Consumer Price Index inflation report.
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  The price quickly dropped to $55,600 shortly after U.S. stock markets opened.
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  The CoinDesk 20 index also fell over 2%, with major altcoins, including Solana, Avalanche, and artificial intelligence tokens, sliding between 4 and 7%.
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  Meanwhile, U.S. stocks opened weak, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 both down significantly.
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  In crypto movement, Bitcoin is just under $57,800.
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  Ethereum is just under $2,400.
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  And Solana is $130,000, moving on to a more local vibe.
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  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.
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  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.
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  Scientific research affirms its benefits.
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  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.
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  And now, back to the show.
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  Let's talk science.
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  A recent study reveals that more than 5 billion people globally lack sufficient intake of critical nutrients like iodine, vitamin E, and calcium.
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  Published in the Lancet Global Health, the research highlights that over 4 billion individuals also do not consume enough iron, riboflavin, folate, and vitamin C.
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  The researchers emphasize that this research is pivotal as it estimates inadequate micronutrient intake across numerous demographic groups.
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  Alarming patterns indicate that both men and women fall short on different essential nutrients, underscoring an urgent need for improved dietary habits worldwide.
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  And in entertainment news.
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  Michael B. Jordan is set to direct and star in the Thomas Crown Affair for Amazon and GM Studios.
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  This marks Jordan's second feature as a director, following the success of Creed 3, which grossed $276 million globally.
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  He has been interested in this project since 2016 and will also produce it through his Outlier Society.
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  The film promises an exclusive theatrical release and revisits the classic story first brought to life in 1968, featuring Steve McQueen and Faye Dunaway.
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  Drew Pearce penned the script with additional producers involved, and a new film from Jordan is expected in March 2025.
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  Well, all righty, folks. It's time for the quote of the day.
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  And today, our quote comes from the American football coach Tom Landry.
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  And he said, confidence comes from knowing what you're doing.
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  If you are prepared for something, you usually do it.
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  If not, you usually fall flat on your face.
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  And that's a wrap for this morning.
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  You can check out our Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for some captivating aerial videos with local news and the weather reports.
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  Have an amazing day, my good friends.
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  And we'll see you tomorrow with another episode of Sunny Mornings in Boston.