Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in San Diego.
I'm your host, Melissa, and it's Friday, March 8th.
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 Women's Day.
Hooray for women!
The day focuses on empowering women and showing appreciation for all that they have accomplished.
And now that we know, you know what it's time for.
That's right, it's time for the surf report.
Friday brings a clean-up and surf conditions with a fresh northwest swell mixed, declining
throughout the day.
Expect varying conditions from waist to head high early, becoming more rideable as the
tide drops.
Wind shift from light east-southeast to moderate west-northwest, influencing afternoon surf
quality.
The weekend sees continued northwest swells with occasional fun corners, especially with
the new south-southwest swell rolling in.
Early next week, small to fun-size waves are forecasted, thanks to active storms in the
Gulf of Alaska.
Friday at Tourmaline and South San Diego, it's 4 to 5 feet for the morning, then tapering
off in size quickly.
Best time to ride is before 10 a.m., and there's not much hope after that.
Get out there for dawn patrol and catch the incoming high tide.
You'll get a nice western swell that's 4 and a half feet at 11 seconds with 6 mile
per hour offshore wind.
Nice.
The first high tide Friday will be 6 feet at 7 a.m. with a minus 1 and a half foot low
tide at 2.
The nearshore buoy at Scripps in La Jolla reads 62 degrees for the water temperature.
Checking out the weather in the San Diego area.
This morning it's partly cloudy and 53 degrees with no wind.
The sunset will take place at 552, and it will rise again tomorrow at 605.
It looks like we're in for a mostly sunny day with a high near 65.
Night wind becomes 5 to 10 mile per hour in the afternoon with gusts as high as 20.
Tonight partly cloudy with a low around 51.
Looking ahead in the weather.
Expect a sunny weekend into Monday with highs in the mid 60s and light northwest wind.
Nights will be mostly clear to partly cloudy with lows in the low 50s.
No rain.
Zang.
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In local news, Boundless Bio, a San Diego-based biotech startup, has filed to go public, marking
the first life science IPO in the city this year.
After a venture capital surge in 2021, the U.S. market has slowed, facing challenges
like high interest rates and supply chain issues.
Yet recent trends show a selective uptick in dealmaking.
Boundless Bio specializes in developing cancer therapies targeting DNA, linked to certain
cancers with a novel approach to prevent cell mutation into tumors.
The company's focus is on hard-to-treat oncogene-amplified tumors, offering hope to
patients not responding to existing treatments.
With a pipeline of three cancer drugs, a diagnostic test, and a proprietary platform, Boundless
Bio aims to address unmet needs in cancer treatment.
Despite not disclosing share price or stock amount, it plans to trade on the NASDAQ under
the ticker BOLD.
Now on to sports.
Jake Paul is set to fight boxing legend Mike Tyson in a highly anticipated match in Texas
this July, marking a significant moment in crossover boxing events.
Despite Mike Tyson's last professional fight being almost 20 years ago, the 57-year-old
will face a much younger opponent in Paul, who has quickly become one of boxing's most
talked-about figures.
Paul, with a 9-in-1 record, rose to fame in the boxing world after a viral knockout of
Nate Robinson, and now aims to test his skills against Tyson, who was once dubbed the baddest
man on the planet.
This event, described by Paul as potentially the biggest fight in history, showcases his
ambition to become a world champion and will be streamed live on Netflix, leveraging the
platform's massive reach.
No B-ball in Southern California last night, but tonight the Lakers are at home taking
on the Bucks, and Saturday afternoon the Clippers are at home playing the Bulls.
Last night in national hockey, the Kings at home beat the Senators 4-3, and tonight the
Ducks are at home skating against the Dallas Stars.
In top news, Bitcoin has surged to a new all-time high, buoyed by recent ETFs endorsements despite
its inherent risks, including the possibility of Satoshi Nakamoto, its enigmatic creator,
returning.
Satoshi, who vanished after 2011, controls a vast number of early Bitcoin wallets, amounting
to over 1 million Bitcoins, according to Chainalysis.
Speculations about Satoshi's return have reignited, fueled by a mysterious $1.2 million
deposit into one of their wallets and a UK trial seeking to uncover their identity.
The debate over Satoshi's identity persists, with some believing in the involvement of
libertarian Nick Szabo and a cryptographer Hal Finney in Bitcoin's creation.
The likelihood of Satoshi revealing themselves is slim, given their ideological commitment
to Bitcoin's decentralization and the practical dangers of coming forward.
Concerns also center on what would happen to Satoshi's $75 billion fortune upon their
death, raising questions about market impact and the potential for a dead man's switch.
Experts argue that, while a mass sell-off by Satoshi could disrupt the market, Bitcoin's
resilience and increased decentralization would ultimately strengthen it.
In business news, the S&P 500 achieved its 16th record high this year, signaling optimism
on Wall Street, buoyed by the prospect of eased interest rates.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's hint at potential rate cuts later this year has
fueled investor enthusiasm, despite the Fed's cautious approach to inflation data.
This potential monetary policy shift comes after criticism of the Fed's delayed response
to rising inflation, with discussions focusing on the timing of rate reductions to avoid
economic slowdown.
Recent reports suggesting a reduction in inflationary pressures and improvements in worker productivity
have contributed to a positive outlook, influencing Treasury yields and stock market dynamics.
In the job market, a forthcoming report is anticipated to reflect a balance between a
robust employment sector and conditions favorable for the Fed's rate-cut considerations.
Fed earnings, notably Kroger's surprising profit and Nvidia's continued rise due to
AI technology interest, have also played a role in market trends, contrasting with some
companies' less optimistic forecasts.
In crypto movement, Bitcoin is currently over $67,000 and steadily climbing.
Ethereum is nearing $4,000 and Solana is $145.
Wow, what a week!
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.
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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 tech.
TikTok has mobilized its extensive user base in a direct confrontation with Congress, aiming
to derail a bill that seeks to sever the app's ties to China.
The company issued alerts to users specifically targeting those whose representatives are
on the Energy and Commerce Committee, urging them to oppose what it described as a potential
U.S. fan.
This bill, necessitating bite dance to divest TikTok or face exclusion from U.S. app stores,
has prompted mixed reactions from congressional offices, with some dismissing the calls as
lacking substance.
Despite TikTok's efforts, the committee unanimously voted to advance the bill, illustrating the
app's contentious standing and the government's intent to regulate its influence and operational
ties.
The situation reflects ongoing debates over digital privacy, foreign influence, and the
balance between national security and free speech within the broader context of U.S.-China
relations.
And in entertainment news, Bob Marley, One Love, the musical biopic, surpassed expectations
at the box office, drawing in $52 million over its opening holiday stretch, and is nearing
$150 million globally after three weeks.
Despite mixed critical reviews, audiences responded positively, awarding the film an
A for Cinema Score, a validation that resonated with Ziggy Marley, the film's producer and
Marley's son.
The film's success echoes Bob Marley's own experience with music critics, underscoring
a historical pattern where the public's reception diverges from critical appraisal.
Caramount's strategic marketing and the film's authentic portrayal of Marley's life and
music have been key factors in its success, showcasing the universal appeal of Bob Marley's
legacy.
The success of One Love reflects a growing audience demand for genuine storytelling and
musical biopics, potentially influencing future projects within the genre and broader cinematic
narratives focused on stories of color.
Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day.
And today, in honor of National Women's Day, here's a quote from one of the funniest women
alive.
I must have had at least eight in my mouth.
I couldn't talk.
Why'd you have to eat so many?
Because they're jujji fruit.
I like them.
I didn't know it would start a chain reaction that would lead to the independent publishing.
Not to mention the end of Kramer's coffee table book.
You knew he had a cold.
How'd you expect him to blow his nose?
You know what's going on here?
Can't you see what's happened?
I've become George.
Don't say that.
It's true.
I'm George.
You ought to watch out for those jujji fruit.
We love you, Julia.
Have a great weekend, everyone.