Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in San Diego.
I'm your host, Melissa, and it's Wednesday, March 20th.
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 entertainment.
But first, you'll be interested to know, 209 years ago, today, in 1815, marks the beginning
of the Hundred Days, a pivotal chapter in French history with Napoleon Bonaparte's
return to Paris and ending on July 8th, 1815, with King Louis XVIII's re-establishment.
This period saw Napoleon's dramatic comeback and an subsequent fall.
Within less than a year after his abdication and the Bourbon Restoration, Napoleon escaped
Elba, landing at Cannes with 1,500 men, and swiftly reclaimed Paris.
His attempt to solidify power through constitutional reforms gained him unexpected allies, but
he united European front and led to his defeat at Waterloo.
By July, Napoleon abdicated again, leading to his exile to Saint Helena, and the Bourbon
monarchy was restored once more, with King Louis XVIII's return.
So now you know.
And now you know what time it is.
It's time for the surf report.
Starting Wednesday in San Diego, expect me to waste highways, with chest-high sets at
select spots, under light to variable wind.
Thursday brings similar conditions with a slight increase in south-southwest swell later
in the week, potentially reaching head-high at focal points.
Wednesday at Tourmaline and South San Diego, it's looking good and clean at 3 plus feet,
until 11 a.m., then it's fair until 2, with some rough stuff after that from higher wind
and a low tide.
Best time to ride is Dawn Patrol with a 4.5 foot high tide, when the west-southwest swell
is 1.5 feet at 18 seconds and the southeast wind is 3 mph.
The first high tide Wednesday will be about 5 feet just after 7 a.m., with a minus half
foot low tide just after 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
55 degrees, with no wind.
The sunset will take place at 7, and it will rise again tomorrow at 6.50.
It looks like we're in for some patchy fog before 11.
Otherwise, mostly sunny with a high near 69 and wind of 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight, mostly cloudy with a low around 53.
Looking ahead in the weather, Thursday sees a shift from mostly cloudy to sunny skies,
with temperatures peaking near 69 degrees.
Friday will be mostly sunny, reaching 68, cooling to 54.
Saturday offers partly sunny conditions, with a high of 66, dipping to 53 overnight.
Sunday introduces a chance of showers, with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 61 degrees.
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In local news, in Encinitas, speed limits on various roadways, including El Camino Real
and residential areas near schools, are set to be lowered starting this summer.
The move, supported unanimously by City Council members, counts after recent changes in state
law enabling a 5-mile-per-hour reduction in certain conditions.
Specifically, Encinitas will target safety corridor roads with high accident rates in
roads frequented by bicyclists and pedestrians, particularly those near schools.
This adjustment aligns with Assembly Bill 43, passed in 2021, allowing for more flexible
speed limit enforcement to enhance safety.
Now onto sports.
The Weidner Seahawks clinched a thrilling 71-68 victory over the Howard Bison in Dayton,
Ohio, securing their place in the NCAA Tournament's first four.
Despite Howard's late-game rally, Weidner, marking its first tournament appearance since
2003, will now face the number one seed North Carolina Tar Heels.
Weidner's junior guard Melvin Council Jr. was the standout player, scoring 21 points.
The Seahawks demonstrated superior offensive efficiency, significantly outshooting the
Bison.
After leading by a significant margin in the first half, Weidner withstood a late 14-4
run by Howard, who narrowly missed a game-tying opportunity.
Weidner's journey to the tournament was hard-earned, winning the Northeast Conference
Championship against Merrimack.
The team under coach Donald Copeland has shown resilience and adaptability, overcoming challenges
with a lean roster and limited practice resources, signaling an unpredictable yet hopeful run
in the tournament.
Last night in national hockey, the Kings at home beat the Blackhawks 6-2, and the Ducks
at home got shut out by the wild 4-0.
To negate the NBA, the Clippers are on the road in Portland to take on the Trailblazers.
In top news, JetBlue Airways is refining its route strategy, pulling out from Bogota,
Quito, Lima, and Kansas City to focus on more profitable routes.
This decision comes as the airline navigates limited aircraft availability, partly due
to necessary inspections by Pratt & Whitney on some planes.
As part of its operational adjustments, JetBlue will discontinue nine routes from Los Angeles
and five from Fort Lauderdale, not resuming service to Newburgh, New York, which was paused
in 2020.
These moves aim to improve operational efficiency, minimize delays, and boost profitability,
especially after the recent cancellation of a major merger with Spirit Airlines.
JetBlue is eyeing significant savings from cost-cutting measures and fleet modernization,
despite recent financial losses, and plans to share more about its strategic direction
on May 30.
In business news, Chipotle Mexican Grill is considering a significant change to its stock
structure with a proposed 50-for-1 stock split, marking a first in the company's 30-year
history.
This strategic move, aimed at making Chipotle's shares more accessible to employees and a
wider investor base, will be up for shareholder vote on June 6.
With the company's stock price soaring to $2,797, up 22% since the start of the year
and 74% over the past 12 months, this split could lower the per share price to around
$56, based on recent closing figures.
Currently, with about 27 million shares outstanding, approval of the split would mean investors
receive 49 additional shares for each share they own, significantly increasing the total
share count.
The proposed adjustment aims to enhance trading liquidity and broaden ownership if it proceeds
as planned, with the post-split shares set to begin trading on June 26.
In crypto movement, Bitcoin is as falling to just under $61,000.
Ethereum is at $3,100.
And Solana is $168.
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 tech.
Microsoft's decision to bring inflection AI steam into its fold represents a pivotal
and innovative maneuver in the AI sector.
Rather than a traditional acquisition, this move allows Microsoft to integrate top AI
talent, including Mustafa Suleyman, at a critical juncture for AI development.
The arrangement, which avoids equity stakes and IP transfers, navigates the complex regulatory
environment surrounding tech giants, highlighting a strategic adaptation to antitrust scrutiny.
This unique partnership could diversify Microsoft's AI capabilities, potentially influencing its
partnership with open AI and signaling a broader strategy to secure a leading position in AI
innovation.
The shift also reflects on the evolving landscape of AI technologies, moving from consumer-focused
chatbots to more specialized business applications, illustrating the dynamic nature of AI development
and market demands.
And in entertainment news, rumors are swirling about Aaron Taylor Johnson potentially taking
on the iconic role of James Bond, following Daniel Craig's departure.
Despite a report from The Sun suggesting they have chosen Taylor Johnson, the BBC has cited
sources denying any truth to these claims.
The discussion has sparked a mix of excitement and skepticism among fans, especially considering
the ongoing debate about the future direction of the Bond character.
Taylor Johnson, known for his roles in films like Nowhere Boy and Bullet Train, has expressed
gratitude for the public's support.
The final decision on who will become the next 007 remains a hot topic, capturing the
imagination of audiences worldwide.
Well alrighty folks, it's time to ski-daddle.
We'll catch you tomorrow with another episode of Sunny Mornings in San Diego.
Thanks for tuning in.
I'm Chrisyle.