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Boston Weather, Dune Collapse, Kirk Cousins, Bruins News, Ethereum, Netflix. · 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 Tuesday, March 12th.
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  Coming up on today's show, we'll get into the weather report, then we'll jump into
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  some local news and a few interesting happenings in business, tech, and science.
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  At first, you'll be interested to know, 31 years ago, today, in 1993, Janet Reno became
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  the first female US Attorney General serving under President Bill Clinton.
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  A graduate of Cornell University and Harvard Law School, she was known for her integrity
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  and dedication to justice.
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  During her tenure, Reno launched innovative programs aimed at rehabilitating nonviolent
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  drug offenders and advocated for the rights of criminal defendants.
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  So now you know.
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  And now you know what time it is.
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  It's time for the weather report.
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  In the Boston area.
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  This morning, it's sunny and feels like 27 degrees with 12 mile per hour wind.
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  The sunset will take place at 647 and it will rise again tomorrow at 658.
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  It looks like we're in for some sun today with a high near 53 and wind of 13 to 16 mile
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  per hour.
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  Tonight, mostly clear with a low around 35.
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  For all you beach runners out there, the first low tide Tuesday will be just before 730 a.m.
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  with a high tide just after 130.
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  The nearshore buoy at Cape Cod Bay reads 40 degrees for the water temperature.
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  Looking ahead in the weather.
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  It's mostly sunny on Wednesday with a high near 54 degrees, turning cooler at night to
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  around 39.
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  On Thursday, it will be partly sunny with a high near 60 and increasing clouds, turning
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  to chances of rain for Friday with highs around 56 and lows near 41.
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  Bonjour, food enthusiasts.
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  This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas.
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  Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this cafe is a haven
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  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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  Sunny mornings send you.
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  In Mokal News, residents of Salisbury, Massachusetts constructed a $500,000 sand barrier to protect
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  their beachfront homes from the sea.
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  The barrier, comprising 14,000 tons of sand, was eroded completely within just three days
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  of its completion.
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  This rapid deterioration occurred following three storms, coinciding with the highest astronomical
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  tides, leading to significant concern among the residents.
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  Rick Wrigley, who managed the dune project, highlighted the timing and intensity of these
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  storms as pivotal to the barrier's failure.
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  Previous protective dunes were destroyed by a winter storm in December 2022, leading to
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  increased vulnerability of beachfront properties to damage from strong wind and high tides.
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  Now onto sports.
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  It's been busy in the NFL.
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  Kirk Cousins has signed a four-year contract with the Atlanta Falcons, valued at $180 million,
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  marking the end of his tenure with the Minnesota Vikings.
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  This move follows a series of significant roster adjustments by the Vikings, including
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  releasing key players and trading Zedaria Smith.
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  Cousins' future was uncertain, with the Vikings not extending his contract beyond 2023, allowing
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  for a possible quarterback change.
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  Despite a challenging season start and a severe Achilles injury ending his season, Cousins
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  remained focused on his career and not solely on financial gains.
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  Cousins' arrival in Atlanta is seen as a significant boost, potentially enhancing the
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  Falcons' offense and playoff prospects in a weak NSC South.
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  His experience and consistent performance with the Vikings, where he achieved over 4,000
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  yards, passing in four seasons, added to the Falcons' optimism for the 2024 season.
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  Last night in the NBA, the Celtics on the road in Portland beat the Trail Blazers 121-99.
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  Tonight the Celtics remain on the road to take on the Utah Jazz at six mountain time.
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  And last night in national hockey, the Bruins, at home taking on the Blues, lost 5-1.
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  Miss passes and a controversial replay decision further compounded their difficulties, leading
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  to a significant deficit.
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  Despite a goal from David Pasternak, the Bruins failed to mount a comeback, with an early
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  goalie pull proving ineffective.
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  This loss reflects a pattern of inconsistency, particularly against teams outside of playoff
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  contention affecting their standing.
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  Potential lineup changes, including Andrew Peek's inclusion and Jeremy Swamen's frustration,
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  signal a search for improvement.
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  We'll see if they can bounce back in Montreal on Thursday when they take on the 24, 30, and
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  10 Canadians.
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  And top news, honey, maple syrup, and agave, touted as healthier sugar alternatives, are
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  essentially liquid forms of sugar.
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  Wesley McWhorter highlights they possess more calories than granulated sugar, urging moderation
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  akin to all added sugars.
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  While honey and maple syrup offer some nutrients, their health benefits are marginal unless
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  consumed in large amounts.
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  The real benefit of these sweeteners lies in their unique flavors, which can enhance
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  recipes and possibly reduce the amount needed.
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  Agave has a low glycemic index, but its high fructose content could pose liver health risks
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  if over-consumed.
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  In business news, heather, the cryptocurrency behind Ethereum, has been experiencing a significant
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  rally, standing out even in the shadow of Bitcoin's recent surge to record highs.
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  Launched in 2015, Ethereum has risen to become the second-largest digital currency by market
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  value, now exceeding $460 billion.
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  Its rise has been buoyed by the U.S. approval of a Bitcoin ETFs, attracting new investments
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  into cryptocurrencies, including Ether.
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  Ether's year-to-date increase of almost 72% surpasses Bitcoin's 61%, driven by anticipation
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  of a potential U.S. Ethereum ETFs.
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  The SEC is expected to decide on the ETFs application soon, with experts predicting a
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  positive impact on Ethereum's market position.
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  Ethereum is also poised for a major upgrade, called Dencon, enhancing its technology and
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  potentially expanding its application ecosystem.
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  With a broader range of use cases than Bitcoin, Ethereum supports developments like NFTs and
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  a vibrant, smart contract ecosystem.
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  Transitioning to a less energy-intensive, proof-of-stake model has bolstered Ethereum,
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  attracting interest through staking rewards for holders.
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  Maybe tomorrow, we'll do a little side note on what proof-of-stake is.
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  In crypto movement, Bitcoin is still headed to the moon and now over $72,000.
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  Ethereum is over $4,000.
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  And Solana is $150.
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  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
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  to bring you some free classes, so listen up.
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  Check out Club Pilates with several locations in the Boston area.
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  Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension
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  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.
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  With locations in Canton, Wellesley, Hingham, Brookline and Framingham, just be sure to
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  tell them Sunny Morning sent you by.
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  And now back to the show.
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  Let's talk tech.
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  Entrepreneurs are creating solutions to combat loneliness, recognized as an epidemic by U.S.
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  Surgeon General Vivek Murthy.
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  In Brooklyn, Ratha Agrawal led a discussion among strangers about their experiences with
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  loneliness, incorporating meditation and active listening to foster connection.
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  Loneliness, exacerbated by the pandemic and the rise of digital technology, has been linked
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  to various health issues, prompting a call for innovative interventions.
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  The Long Center, a non-profit-indeed building community and combating loneliness, is expanding
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  across the U.S. with plans for more cities and diverse initiatives.
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  The center offers circles where participants engage in group activities to foster deeper
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  connections with a suggested donation for attendance.
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  Other startups, backed by significant investment, are also tackling loneliness through technology
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  and wellness centers, offering new ways to connect and build relationships.
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  The Belong Center's growth reflects a broader movement to address loneliness, with support
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  from celebrities and business leaders recognizing its impact on public health and society.
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  And in entertainment news, the super popular Netflix crime drama The Gentleman blends the
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  elegance of the British aristocracy with the grit of a cannabis empire.
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  At its heart is Eddie, portrayed by Theo James, who inherits more than just a title but a
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  criminal legacy intertwined with Suzy Glass, played by Caius Go-Delario.
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  Their uneasy alliance forms the crux of the narrative, offering a mix of tension and teamwork
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  as they navigate their newly shared empire.
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  Actor Guy Ritchie hints at abundant potential for further exploration, fueled by a plethora
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  of characters and plots swirling in his creative mind.
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  While the series, a spinoff from Ritchie's film, concludes its current journey, The Door
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  remains ajar for a second season, promising more adventures with Eddie and Suzy's complex
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  dynamic at the forefront.
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  Well alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day, and today our quote comes from
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  the author C.S. Lewis.
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  He said,
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  You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.
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  Cheers my good friends, have a great day.
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  And that's a wrap for this morning.
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  Remember to stay tuned tomorrow for more news and updates.
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  Have an amazing day my good friends.