Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in San Diego.
I'm your host Melissa and it's Tuesday, February 27th.
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 and a few interesting happenings in business, tech and
science.
But first, you'll be interested to know, today is International Polar Bear Day.
Polar bears, crucial to the Arctic, faced intense hunting since the 1700s.
The 1973 international agreement on polar bear conservation by five nations, including
the US and Canada, significantly curbs this threat.
However, by 2005, polar bears were classified as vulnerable.
Despite current stable or increasing populations in some areas, projections show a worrying
30% decline by 2050 due to habitat loss.
Check out our Instagram today for some entertaining videos of these amazing animals.
And now, the surf report.
We'll see a modest increase in the west-northwest swell with thigh-to-waist high waves and chest-high
at top spots.
Expect bumpier water due to light to moderate southwest to west wind.
From Wednesday to Thursday, surf remains small with a west-northwest and northwest swell
mix.
Excitement builds for Friday surf, peaking Saturday with potential chest-to-head high
waves, but onshore wind might affect conditions.
Tuesday in Ocean Beach and South San Diego, it's looking good and clean at 2 to 3 feet
before 11 a.m. with a 2.5 foot incoming mid-tide at 7 and no wind.
Best time to ride is at 7 a.m. Everything after 1 is looking unrideable.
Air temps for the morning surf are around 60 degrees.
The first high tide Tuesday will be 4 feet just after 10 a.m. with a half-foot low tide
around 440.
The nearshore buoy, hence Scripps and La Jolla, reads 60 degrees for the water temperature.
Checking out the weather in the San Diego area.
This morning it's cloudy and 57 degrees with no wind.
The sunset will take place at 544 p.m. and will rise again tomorrow at 617 a.m.
It looks like we're in for a slight chance of showers before 11 a.m., then partly sunny,
with a high near 65 and variable wind 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.
Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tonight, partly cloudy with a low around 51.
Looking ahead in the weather.
We'll see a sunny Wednesday with a high near 67 and a northeast wind shifting west in the
afternoon.
Thursday brings mostly sunny skies at a high near 65, while the night turns mostly cloudy
with a low around 52.
Friday will be partly sunny, reaching a high near 63 degrees, and the night might see some
rain after 11 p.m. alongside increasing clouds.
Saturday also offers a chance of rain under mostly cloudy skies with a high near 61.
Bonjour, food enthusiasts!
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Sunny mornings send you.
And local news, San Diego is still experiencing a notable increase in remote work, as revealed
by a survey from the San Diego Association of Governments.
In 2024, 46% of employees are expected to work from home at least once a week, a 7%
rise from 2023.
This trend is consistent across various industries, income levels, and languages.
Additionally, 53% of businesses in the city are planning to offer remote work options
in 2024.
This data was compiled by True North Research for the Remote Work Policies and Practices
Survey.
Now on to sports.
At the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, teams are closely analyzing the draft prospects.
Key quarterbacks like USC's Caleb Williams and North Carolina's Drake May are in the
spotlight.
Wide receivers, including Ohio State's Marvin Harrison Jr., are also drawing attention,
though it's been rumored he won't actually work out.
New head coaches in G&S, such as the Chargers' Jim Harbaugh, face scrutiny, and the future
of quarterbacks like Kirk Cousins is a hot topic.
Each team has unique priorities, with some focusing on upgrading specific positions like
wide receiver or quarterback, while others negotiate contracts or strategize for the
draft.
This event is crucial for shaping team rosters and strategies for the upcoming season.
But we are hearing rumblings that a lot of the so-called stars won't be showcasing
their talent.
No games in SoCal and NBA last night.
Tomorrow night, though, the Lakers and Clippers face off again in Los Angeles.
In national hockey, the Kings on the road lost to the Oilers 4-2.
And tonight, they remain on the road to take on the Flames.
In top news, the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York has received a monumental
$1 billion donation from Dr. Ruth Gottsman, enabling the institution to offer free tuition
to its students.
Dr. Gottsman, a former faculty member and chair of the school's board for 55 years,
dedicated this gift to her late husband, David Sandy Gottsman, a notable investor in Berkshire
Pathway.
This donation, the largest ever to a medical school in the U.S., is part of the Gottsman's
long-standing commitment to healthcare philanthropy.
Dr. Ruth Gottsman's impactful career at the college includes founding the adult literacy
program and the Emily Fisher Lando Center for the Treatment of Learning Disabilities.
This transformative gift aims to attract diverse, talented students, relieving them of the burden
of educational debt, which averages over $200,000 for medical graduates.
Starting this August, all students at the college will benefit from this free tuition.
In business news, MicroStrategy, led by Michael Saylor, has further invested in Bitcoin, purchasing
approximately 3,000 tokens for $155.4 million this February.
This acquisition, made with cash, boosts the company's total Bitcoin holdings to around
$193,000, valued at nearly $10 billion.
Saylor, who sees Bitcoin as an inflation hedge and a cash alternative, started this strategy
in 2020.
Since then, Bitcoin's value has surged by about 460%.
The recent purchase's average price was $5,180.00 per token, compared to their overall
average holding cost of $31,500.
Despite market fluctuations, MicroStrategy shows no signs of selling, with Saylor commenting
on Bloomberg TV about the prudence of holding onto a winner.
In crypto movement, Bitcoin is currently blasting off to about $55,000.
Ethereum is over $3,000.
And Solana is $111.
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.
Yesterday, we had our minds blown talking about time crystals.
As promised, today we explain what a qubit actually is.
Qbits or quantum bits are the fundamental units of quantum computing, similar to bits
in classical computing.
While a bit is a binary unit, that can be either 0 or 1.
A qubit differs significantly.
They can exist not only as 0 or 1, but also in a state of superposition, where it embodies
both values simultaneously.
This unique trait arises from quantum phenomena like superposition and entanglement.
Qbits are made from quantum systems, such as electrons or photons, and have two distinct
states representing 0 and 1.
They're versatile, being able to undergo incompatible measurements and entangle with
other qubits.
This ability enables quantum computers to perform complex computations far beyond the
scope of classical computers.
Qubits come in various forms, including spin, trapped atoms and ions, photons and superconducting
circuits, each with unique properties suited for different quantum technologies.
Ouch, my brain.
And in entertainment news, Kevin Costner, renowned for his roles in westerns, is set
to captivate audiences with his latest project, Horizon, an American saga.
This ambitious cinematic endeavor, directed co-written and starring Costner, unfolds across
four separate movies.
The saga, set in the post-Civil War era, promises a fresh perspective on westerns, moving away
from the conventional town-based narratives.
Costner describes this project as the biggest struggle of his career, both in ambition and
budget.
The star-studded cast includes Sienna Miller, Sam Worthington, Gina Malone and more.
The story explores the tumultuous period of the Civil War from 1861 to 1865, delving into
the experiences of various families and individuals during this critical time in American history.
And the first chapter of this epic tale is set to release in theaters on June 28th, followed
by the second chapter on August 16th.
Fans of Costner and westerns alike eagerly await this groundbreaking series, but we are
all a little peeved that he bailed on the finale of Yellowstone, one of the best drama
series of the last 20 years.
Well alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day, and today our quote comes from
Albert Einstein.
Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow.
The important thing is not to stop questioning.
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.