Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in San Diego.
I'm your host Melissa and it's Friday, February 23rd.
Coming up on today's show, we'll get into the surf report and the weather outlook, then
we'll jump into some local news, sports, and a few interesting happenings in business
and tech.
But first, you'll be interested to know, 202 years ago, today, in 1822, an act establishing
the city of Boston was passed, making Boston the first town to become a proper city in
Massachusetts.
Yay, bean town!
And here's the surf report.
Expect smaller waves in the morning around knee-to-waist high, with a new west-northwest
swell arriving later, boosting sizes to chest-to-head height.
Saturday sees this swell peak with knee-to-waist high surf in the morning and chest-high waves
at better spots.
The surf calms down on Sunday and early next week, but a mix of swells and onshore wind
could arrive midweek.
Friday in Ocean Beach and South San Diego, it's looking good and clean at 2 plus feet
before 10 a.m. with a 4-foot incoming high tide at 6 a.m. and should be glassy with no
wind.
Best time to ride is Dawn Patrol.
I guarantee you catch a few little nugs if you're out there by 6.
Everything after 10 is looking unrideable.
Air temps for the morning surf are around 52 degrees.
The first high tide Friday will be 5 and a half feet, just after 8 a.m. with a minus
1-foot low tide at 3 p.m.
The nearshore buoy at Scripps in La Jolla reads almost 61 degrees for the water temperature.
Checking out the weather in the San Diego area.
This morning it's partly cloudy and 52 degrees with no wind.
The sunset will take place at 5.41 p.m. and it will rise again tomorrow at 6.22 a.m.
It looks like we're in for a mostly sunny day with a high near 73 and light wind turning
5 to 10 mile per hour in the afternoon.
Tonight, partly cloudy with a low around 54.
Looking ahead in the weather, we'll see a partly sunny Saturday with a high near 70
degrees and light wind followed by a mostly cloudy night around 54.
Sunday remains partly sunny, peaking at 66 with a slight chance of rain late at night
and lows near 53.
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In local news, China plans to send a new pair of giant pandas to San Diego Zoo, symbolizing
renewed friendship with the U.S.
The move comes after most pandas on loan were returned amid strained U.S.-China relations.
San Diego Zoo, which returned its last pandas in 2019, eagerly anticipates the arrival of
the male and female bears pending permit approvals.
This gesture follows a meeting between President Saxton Jinping and Joe Biden, aiming to ease
tensions.
The female panda may be a descendant of Bai Yan and Go Go, the zoo's previous inhabitants.
Panda diplomacy has been a hallmark of U.S.-China relations since 1972.
The species, once near extinction, now counts over 1,800 in the wild in captivity thanks
to conservation efforts.
The return of pandas to U.S. zoos was uncertain last year, but recent developments signal
a positive shift.
Now onto sports.
Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic achieved a remarkable feat, recording a triple-double
against every NBA team except his own.
This accomplishment places him in an elite group, with LeBron James and Russell Westbrook,
who have triple-doubles against every team, including their own.
Jokic's latest performance against the Washington Wizards, featuring 14 points, 16 rebounds,
and 12 assists solidified this record.
While Jokic could technically join James and Westbrook by leaving Denver, such a move isn't
anticipated.
His consistent ability to make history is a testament to his extraordinary talent and
impact on the game.
In the NBA last night, the Lakers on the road fell to the Warriors 128-110, and the Clippers
also on the road, lost to the Thunder 129-107.
Tonight they are back at it, with the Lakers at home taking on the Spurs and the Clippers
remaining on the road to play the Grizzlies.
In national hockey last night, the Kings lost to the Predators 4-1.
In top news, let's talk about something health-related.
Zone 2 workouts, a low-intensity training favored by elite athletes, are gaining popularity.
These exercises, done at a level where you can talk but with slight effort, enhance mitochondrial
efficiency, crucial for energy production and health.
This method, highlighted in recent books and podcasts, aligns with our evolutionary history
of prolonged, moderate activity.
Zone 2 training, which can range from a relaxed jog to an easy bike ride, doesn't just improve
athletic performance but also offers significant health benefits.
It's part of a balanced fitness routine that should include diverse workouts, like strength
and high-intensity training.
The method is effective for fat burning and has potential implications for longevity and
preventing diseases like type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular issues.
In business news, Nvidia, a leading artificial intelligence chip manufacturer, forecast a
remarkable three-fold surge in its quarterly revenue, far exceeding market expectations.
This surge, driving Nvidia's shares up 10%, is fueled by strong demand for its data center
chips and GPUs.
The company's AI chips are increasingly sought after, with major clients like Microsoft.
Despite challenging macroeconomic conditions, Nvidia's growth highlights the significant
corporate investment in AI technology.
The company's market capitalization soared by over $129 billion, benefiting the entire
AI hardware sector.
Nvidia anticipates a first-quarter revenue growth of 233%, surpassing Wall Street's
expectations.
The company's largest revenue segment, the data center, grew by 409% to $18.4 billion.
Despite supply chain challenges, Nvidia continues to see robust demand, with expectations of
further growth as supply constraints ease.
This performance solidifies Nvidia's position as a central player in the AI industry.
Now in crypto movement, Bitcoin is currently at $51,000, Ethereum is $2,900, and Solana
is $101.
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 San Diego 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 Encinitas,
Solana Beach, Oceanside, La Jolla, and more.
Just be sure to tell them Sunny Morning sent you by.
And now back to the show.
Let's talk science.
NASA is launching an extraordinary opportunity for citizen volunteers, a year-long mission
in a simulated Mars habitat.
This mission, set to begin in spring 2025, aims to prepare for real Martian exploration.
Participants will reside in Marsdune Alpha, a 1,700-square-foot, 3D-printed habitat at
Johnson Space Center in Houston.
The experience will mimic a Mars surface mission, complete with resource limitations, equipment
failures, and communication delays.
Participants will engage in activities like simulated spacewalks, robotic operations,
and habitat maintenance.
Applicants must be healthy, non-smoking U.S. citizens or permanent residents, age 30 to
55, proficient in English, with a STEM master's degree or equivalent experience.
Compensation details are provided with the application, which has a deadline on April
2.
This mission is a pivotal step in NASA's journey towards the first human journey to
Mars.
And in entertainment news.
Tyler Perry has paused his $800 million studio expansion in Atlanta, attributing his decision
to concerns over the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, particularly open
AI's text-to-video tool Sora.
In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Perry emphasized the need for regulatory measures
to manage AI's impact on the industry.
While he acknowledges AI's potential benefits, as seen in his use of the technology in two
upcoming films, he expresses worry about the job losses it could cause across various sectors
in the filmmaking industry, from actors to technical crews.
Perry hopes for a balance where technological advancements and human labor could exist,
underlining the need for compassion and consideration for those who have built their careers in
the industry.
This decision comes amidst Perry's expanding collaboration with Netflix, highlighting his
cautious approach towards AI's growing influence in Hollywood.
Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day.
Today, in honor of the impending weekend, our quote looks towards tomorrow.
Happiness.
Is not having to set the alarm for the next day.
Boom.
There's some good news.
And that's a wrap for this morning.
Remember to stay tuned tomorrow for more news and updates.
Have an amazing day, my good friends.