1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:07,880 Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in San Diego. 2 00:00:07,880 --> 00:00:13,200 I'm your host Melissa and it's Tuesday, July 23rd. 3 00:00:13,200 --> 00:00:15,600 You'll be interested to know. 4 00:00:15,600 --> 00:00:22,320 Twenty-five years ago, today, in 1999, with the launch of the National Aeronautics and 5 00:00:22,320 --> 00:00:28,140 Space Administration's Orbiter Columbia, United States astronaut Eileen Collins became 6 00:00:28,140 --> 00:00:32,680 the first woman to command a space shuttle mission. 7 00:00:32,680 --> 00:00:38,600 This milestone achievement not only highlighted the progress of women in space exploration, 8 00:00:38,600 --> 00:00:46,160 but also marked a significant step forward for gender equality in the field of aerospace. 9 00:00:46,160 --> 00:00:48,240 So now you know. 10 00:00:48,240 --> 00:00:54,400 And now it's time for the Surf Report. 11 00:00:54,400 --> 00:01:00,000 Expect knee-to-waist high waves Tuesday morning, building to chest-high sets by afternoon 12 00:01:00,000 --> 00:01:05,280 with semi-choppy conditions and light onshore winds. 13 00:01:05,280 --> 00:01:11,000 Wednesday brings waist-to-stomach high waves, with light side-shore texture early becoming 14 00:01:11,000 --> 00:01:13,560 semi-choppy later. 15 00:01:13,560 --> 00:01:19,840 Thursday and Friday, we'll see knee-to-waist high waves with semi-glassy mornings and semi-choppy 16 00:01:19,840 --> 00:01:26,640 afternoons as onshore winds increase to 10 to 15 miles per hour. 17 00:01:26,640 --> 00:01:32,440 Tuesday at Tourmaline and South San Diego, it's looking choppy first thing in the morning 18 00:01:32,440 --> 00:01:39,400 at 2 to 3 feet, transitioning around 8 a.m. to fair to choppy at 3 plus feet for the rest 19 00:01:39,400 --> 00:01:41,400 of the day. 20 00:01:41,400 --> 00:01:48,540 Best time to ride is at 7 a.m. with a zero-foot incoming tide when the west-northwest swell 21 00:01:48,540 --> 00:01:54,320 is 1 and a half feet at 18 seconds, and the onshore wind is 6 miles per hour. 22 00:01:54,320 --> 00:02:01,780 The first low tide Tuesday will be minus 1 foot at 5.30 a.m. with a 2-foot high tide 23 00:02:01,780 --> 00:02:04,660 at noon. 24 00:02:04,660 --> 00:02:12,240 This morning it's partly cloudy and feels like 71 degrees with 3 mile-per-hour wind. 25 00:02:12,240 --> 00:02:19,400 The sunset will take place at 7.52 and it will rise again tomorrow at 5.57. 26 00:02:19,400 --> 00:02:23,520 It looks like we're in for some patchy fog before 11 a.m. 27 00:02:23,520 --> 00:02:31,520 Otherwise, partly sunny with a high near 79 and wind of 5 to 10 mile-per-hour. 28 00:02:31,520 --> 00:02:38,400 Tonight it'll be mostly cloudy with a low around 68. 29 00:02:38,400 --> 00:02:44,160 Moving ahead in the weather, expect patchy fog each morning through Friday clearing by 30 00:02:44,160 --> 00:02:46,200 late morning. 31 00:02:46,200 --> 00:02:51,320 Nighttime highs will be in the upper 70s with light west winds. 32 00:02:51,320 --> 00:02:57,080 Nights will be partly cloudy with lows in the upper 60s and fog returning late. 33 00:02:57,080 --> 00:03:00,200 Bonjour, food enthusiasts! 34 00:03:00,200 --> 00:03:05,200 This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas. 35 00:03:05,200 --> 00:03:12,320 Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this cafe is a haven 36 00:03:12,320 --> 00:03:15,080 for culinary delights. 37 00:03:15,080 --> 00:03:20,680 Indulge in their amazing Eggs Benedict or their gluten-free crepes. 38 00:03:20,680 --> 00:03:25,440 You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee. 39 00:03:25,440 --> 00:03:29,440 They are open every day from 8 to 5. 40 00:03:29,440 --> 00:03:32,880 So stop on by and don't forget to tell them. 41 00:03:32,880 --> 00:03:36,240 Any morning sends you. 42 00:03:36,240 --> 00:03:42,280 In local news, a man driving a new pickup truck was stopped at the Calexico east port 43 00:03:42,280 --> 00:03:48,800 of entry on July 10th, just after 4 p.m., leading to a significant discovery by U.S. 44 00:03:48,800 --> 00:03:52,200 Customs and Border Protection officers. 45 00:03:52,200 --> 00:04:01,000 Using non-intrusive inspection technology, officers found $756,980 hidden in the vehicle's 46 00:04:01,000 --> 00:04:03,080 spare tire. 47 00:04:03,080 --> 00:04:08,760 Ropecaza, port director for the area port of Calexico, emphasized the dedication of 48 00:04:08,760 --> 00:04:13,440 CBP officers to enforce federal regulations. 49 00:04:13,440 --> 00:04:17,960 Those whose cash is seized can petition for its return but must prove legal acquisition 50 00:04:17,960 --> 00:04:25,520 and intent for lawful use. 51 00:04:25,520 --> 00:04:27,520 Now on to sports. 52 00:04:27,520 --> 00:04:34,120 TNT Sports plans to match Amazon's media rights package, setting the stage for a showdown 53 00:04:34,120 --> 00:04:35,680 with the NBA. 54 00:04:35,680 --> 00:04:41,600 TNT intends to continue broadcasting league games, aiming to match the 11-year package 55 00:04:41,600 --> 00:04:45,080 signed by Amazon Prime Video. 56 00:04:45,080 --> 00:04:51,800 Despite TNT's contractual right to match offers, the NBA is expected to honor the $1.8 57 00:04:51,800 --> 00:04:55,520 billion per year contract with Amazon. 58 00:04:55,520 --> 00:05:00,800 This disagreement could lead to more discussions with a potential legal battle looming. 59 00:05:00,800 --> 00:05:08,320 Meanwhile, NPC is set to join ABC and ESPN as a new partner, with regular season games 60 00:05:08,320 --> 00:05:14,600 on Peacock and NBC, plus exclusive playoff coverage. 61 00:05:14,600 --> 00:05:16,600 In local sports. 62 00:05:16,600 --> 00:05:23,480 Tonight, the Pondrays are on the road in Washington to take on the Nationals for game one of a 63 00:05:23,480 --> 00:05:27,000 three-game series. 64 00:05:27,000 --> 00:05:29,040 In top news. 65 00:05:29,040 --> 00:05:34,600 Delta's meltdown continues to worsen, with over 700 more cancellations reported, bringing 66 00:05:34,600 --> 00:05:38,200 the total to 4,000 since Friday. 67 00:05:38,200 --> 00:05:44,120 This chaos started after an IT outage disrupted global travel. 68 00:05:44,120 --> 00:05:49,600 The Atlanta-based carrier has faced the worst impact, canceling more than 1,000 flights 69 00:05:49,600 --> 00:05:55,160 both Friday and Saturday, and over 1,300 on Sunday. 70 00:05:55,160 --> 00:06:01,800 Delta CEO Ed Bastion attributed the prolonged disruptions to Microsoft Windows issues affecting 71 00:06:01,800 --> 00:06:04,160 critical software. 72 00:06:04,160 --> 00:06:11,120 Despite efforts to recover, passengers still face long lines and sleep on airport floors. 73 00:06:11,120 --> 00:06:17,960 The U.S. Department of Transportation is holding Delta accountable for passenger protections. 74 00:06:17,960 --> 00:06:19,840 In business news. 75 00:06:19,840 --> 00:06:25,320 Verizon's chief executive, Hans Vestberg, noted that people are now keeping their phones 76 00:06:25,320 --> 00:06:31,400 for over three years due to improved resilience and quality. 77 00:06:31,400 --> 00:06:37,360 Speaking to CNBC, Vestberg explained that technological advancements over the past decade 78 00:06:37,360 --> 00:06:42,080 have reduced the frequency of smartphone upgrades. 79 00:06:42,080 --> 00:06:48,240 Statista reports that Americans kept their phones for an average of 2.67 years, with 80 00:06:48,240 --> 00:06:52,960 projections increasing to 2.93 years by 2027. 81 00:06:52,960 --> 00:06:58,920 Globally, the upgrade cycle is even longer, at 3.6 years. 82 00:06:58,920 --> 00:07:04,480 Interestingly, analysts suggest software updates and better battery life contribute to this 83 00:07:04,480 --> 00:07:05,920 trend. 84 00:07:05,920 --> 00:07:12,520 From crypto movement, Bitcoin is just over $66,700. 85 00:07:12,520 --> 00:07:16,240 Ethereum is just under $3,500. 86 00:07:16,240 --> 00:07:22,000 And Solana is $179. 87 00:07:22,000 --> 00:07:25,400 Moving on to a more local vibe. 88 00:07:25,400 --> 00:07:31,320 In our community spotlight on health and wellness, we are working with a national Pilates studio 89 00:07:31,320 --> 00:07:35,480 to bring you some free classes, so listen up. 90 00:07:35,480 --> 00:07:40,560 Check out Club Pilates, with several locations in the San Diego area. 91 00:07:40,560 --> 00:07:46,680 Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension, 92 00:07:46,680 --> 00:07:50,160 and elevating mental well-being. 93 00:07:50,160 --> 00:07:53,480 Scientific research affirms its benefits. 94 00:07:53,480 --> 00:07:59,760 So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class, with locations in Encinitas, 95 00:07:59,760 --> 00:08:05,040 Solana Beach, Oceanside, La Jolla, and more. 96 00:08:05,040 --> 00:08:09,200 Just be sure to tell them Sunny Morning sent you by. 97 00:08:09,200 --> 00:08:12,920 And now back to the show. 98 00:08:12,920 --> 00:08:14,840 Let's talk tech. 99 00:08:14,840 --> 00:08:21,640 A Wired investigation reveals the public VEMO account of U.S. Senator J.D. Vance, exposing 100 00:08:21,640 --> 00:08:23,800 his extensive network. 101 00:08:23,800 --> 00:08:29,600 Vance, the Republican vice presidential nominee and Donald Trump's pick, has connections 102 00:08:29,600 --> 00:08:36,840 with establishment GOP figures, wealthy financiers, technology executives, and Yale, law school 103 00:08:36,840 --> 00:08:39,080 alumni. 104 00:08:39,080 --> 00:08:44,040 This includes people like Amalia Jalikiaz of the Heritage Foundation, Jeff Lake, and 105 00:08:44,040 --> 00:08:49,800 media personalities such as Barry Weiss and Tucker Carlson. 106 00:08:49,800 --> 00:08:55,520 Experts warn that VEMO's public settings could lead to stalking and impersonation. 107 00:08:55,520 --> 00:09:01,000 Like his anti-elite stance, Vance's network shows complex relationships with establishment 108 00:09:01,000 --> 00:09:04,160 figures and right-wing activists. 109 00:09:04,160 --> 00:09:14,100 And in entertainment news, Eminem has unseated Taylor Swift on the Billboard 200, taking 110 00:09:14,100 --> 00:09:19,400 the number one spot with his album, The Death of Slim Shady. 111 00:09:19,400 --> 00:09:25,720 This marks Eminem's 12th album and his 11th to reach number one, tying him with Bruce 112 00:09:25,720 --> 00:09:29,640 Springsteen, Barbra Streisand, and Ye. 113 00:09:29,640 --> 00:09:39,560 The album garnered 280,000 equivalent album units, 220 million streams, and 114,000 sales 114 00:09:39,560 --> 00:09:41,520 in the United States. 115 00:09:41,520 --> 00:09:48,200 Swift, the tortured poet's department, has slipped to number four after a 12-week streak 116 00:09:48,200 --> 00:09:50,400 at number one. 117 00:09:50,400 --> 00:09:51,640 And hype ends. 118 00:09:51,640 --> 00:09:58,120 Romance, Untold debuts at number two, Clara's charm at number eight, and Macon Maroney's 119 00:09:58,120 --> 00:10:00,320 Am I Okay? 120 00:10:00,320 --> 00:10:01,800 at number nine. 121 00:10:01,800 --> 00:10:07,680 Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day. 122 00:10:07,680 --> 00:10:13,640 And today, our quote comes from the American astronaut Eileen Collins. 123 00:10:13,640 --> 00:10:15,680 And she said, 124 00:10:15,680 --> 00:10:19,360 Some people said, we don't want to risk astronauts' lives anymore. 125 00:10:19,360 --> 00:10:21,840 We need to stop doing this. 126 00:10:21,840 --> 00:10:24,920 The astronauts don't feel that way. 127 00:10:24,920 --> 00:10:26,480 We fly for our country. 128 00:10:26,480 --> 00:10:28,240 We fly for humanity. 129 00:10:28,240 --> 00:10:30,240 We fly for exploration. 130 00:10:30,240 --> 00:10:32,680 We fly for a variety of reasons. 131 00:10:32,680 --> 00:10:37,340 And we don't stop flying because we have accidents. 132 00:10:37,340 --> 00:10:39,960 And that's a wrap for this morning. 133 00:10:39,960 --> 00:10:46,080 You can check out our Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for some captivating aerial videos 134 00:10:46,080 --> 00:10:48,520 with local news and the surf reports. 135 00:10:48,520 --> 00:10:51,400 Have an amazing day, my good friends. 136 00:10:51,400 --> 00:11:11,400 We'll see you tomorrow with another episode of Sunny Mornings in San Diego.