1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:07,840 Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in San Diego. 2 00:00:07,840 --> 00:00:13,200 I'm your host Melissa and it's Friday, July 26th. 3 00:00:13,200 --> 00:00:15,400 You'll be interested to know. 4 00:00:15,400 --> 00:00:22,380 Thirty-four years ago, today in 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed 5 00:00:22,380 --> 00:00:29,320 into law by President George W. Bush, providing civil rights protections to individuals with 6 00:00:29,320 --> 00:00:35,920 physical and mental disabilities and guaranteeing them equal opportunity in public accommodations, 7 00:00:35,920 --> 00:00:44,160 employment, transportation, state and local government services, and telecommunications. 8 00:00:44,160 --> 00:00:46,240 So now you know. 9 00:00:46,240 --> 00:00:52,400 And now it's time for the Surf Report. 10 00:00:52,400 --> 00:00:58,520 Expect thigh-to-waist-high waves Friday with semi-glassy conditions and light onshore winds 11 00:00:58,520 --> 00:01:05,000 early, turning semi-choppy with 5 to 10 mile-per-hour winds later. 12 00:01:05,000 --> 00:01:11,360 Saturday anticipate waist-high waves with glassy mornings and semi-bumpy afternoons as 13 00:01:11,360 --> 00:01:14,040 variable winds shift. 14 00:01:14,040 --> 00:01:19,140 Sunday morning will have knee-to-thigh-high waves with occasional waist-high sets, building 15 00:01:19,140 --> 00:01:25,440 to waist to stomach-high by afternoon, with semi-glassy mornings turning semi-choppy as 16 00:01:25,440 --> 00:01:30,440 onshore winds increase to 10 to 15 miles-per-hour. 17 00:01:30,440 --> 00:01:36,480 For the beginning of the week, expect waist-to-chest-high waves Monday with semi-glassy conditions in 18 00:01:36,480 --> 00:01:42,600 the morning and semi-choppy afternoons with onshore winds. 19 00:01:42,600 --> 00:01:46,440 Friday at Tourmaline and South San Diego. 20 00:01:46,440 --> 00:01:50,920 It's looking fair until 10 a.m. at 2 feet. 21 00:01:50,920 --> 00:01:54,360 After then, it will be until sunset. 22 00:01:54,360 --> 00:02:01,280 Best time to ride is at 8 a.m. with a one-foot low tide when the west swell is 1.5 feet at 23 00:02:01,280 --> 00:02:06,800 13 seconds and the onshore wind is 4 mile-per-hour. 24 00:02:06,800 --> 00:02:13,320 The first low tide Friday will be one foot at 7.30 a.m. with a five-foot high tide just 25 00:02:13,320 --> 00:02:16,880 after 1 p.m. 26 00:02:16,880 --> 00:02:24,180 This morning it's partly cloudy and feels like 72 degrees with three mile-per-hour wind. 27 00:02:24,180 --> 00:02:31,080 The sunset will take place at 7.50 and it will rise again tomorrow at 5.59. 28 00:02:31,080 --> 00:02:35,520 It looks like we're in for some patchy fog before 11 a.m. 29 00:02:35,520 --> 00:02:42,600 Otherwise, mostly cloudy then gradually becoming sunny with a high near 80 and wind of 5 to 30 00:02:42,600 --> 00:02:43,600 10 mile-per-hour. 31 00:02:43,600 --> 00:02:51,440 Tonight, it'll be cloudy with a low around 66. 32 00:02:51,440 --> 00:02:57,480 Looking ahead in the weather, expect patchy fog each morning from Saturday to Wednesday, 33 00:02:57,480 --> 00:03:00,600 gradually clearing by mid-morning. 34 00:03:00,600 --> 00:03:05,560 Nighttime highs will be in the mid-70s with light west winds. 35 00:03:05,560 --> 00:03:10,680 Nights will be cloudy with lows in the mid-60s and fog returning late. 36 00:03:10,680 --> 00:03:13,640 Bonjour, food enthusiasts. 37 00:03:13,640 --> 00:03:19,840 This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas, nestled on 38 00:03:19,840 --> 00:03:24,400 El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard. 39 00:03:24,400 --> 00:03:28,520 This cafe is a haven for culinary delights. 40 00:03:28,520 --> 00:03:34,080 Indulge in their amazing eggs benedict or their gluten-free crepes. 41 00:03:34,080 --> 00:03:38,880 You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee. 42 00:03:38,880 --> 00:03:42,840 They are open every day from 8 to 5. 43 00:03:42,840 --> 00:03:46,280 So stop on by and don't forget to tell them. 44 00:03:46,280 --> 00:03:49,640 Sunny mornings send you. 45 00:03:49,640 --> 00:03:57,240 In local news, San Diego's troubled carrier, the USS Boxer, faces another long stay in 46 00:03:57,240 --> 00:03:59,360 a repair yard. 47 00:03:59,360 --> 00:04:03,800 The San Diego-based assault ship, which has spent more time in repairs than traveling 48 00:04:03,800 --> 00:04:10,040 the open seas in recent years, will be sidelined again upon returning from deployment, the Navy 49 00:04:10,040 --> 00:04:11,440 said. 50 00:04:11,440 --> 00:04:17,920 The 843-foot aircraft carrier, currently en route to the Indo-Pacific, is scheduled to 51 00:04:17,920 --> 00:04:24,600 enter an unnamed shipyard in April for repairs and upgrades, lasting 18 months. 52 00:04:24,600 --> 00:04:29,360 Following a five-year service gap, the ship deployed on April 1st, but returned to San 53 00:04:29,360 --> 00:04:37,880 Diego Bay 10 days later due to rudder issues. 54 00:04:37,880 --> 00:04:40,400 Now on to sports. 55 00:04:40,400 --> 00:04:45,360 As the doping scandal hovers over the start of the Paris Olympics, the United States swim 56 00:04:45,360 --> 00:04:49,040 team is calling for fairness. 57 00:04:49,040 --> 00:04:55,160 Seven-time Olympic gold medalist Katie Ledecky and fellow American swimmers support stringent 58 00:04:55,160 --> 00:04:57,920 anti-doping policies. 59 00:04:57,920 --> 00:05:04,440 Ledecky emphasized the importance of rules being applied fairly and consistently worldwide. 60 00:05:04,440 --> 00:05:11,120 This comes after revelations that 23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for Tremtazidine, 61 00:05:11,120 --> 00:05:16,880 a band-heart drug, before the Tokyo Olympics, yet faced no punishment. 62 00:05:16,880 --> 00:05:22,720 The World Anti-Doping Agency accepted China's findings that the substance was unintentionally 63 00:05:22,720 --> 00:05:24,360 ingested. 64 00:05:24,360 --> 00:05:30,600 United States head men's coach Anthony Neste advocates for greater transparency to keep 65 00:05:30,600 --> 00:05:34,280 the sport clean and safe. 66 00:05:34,280 --> 00:05:42,080 In local sports, the Padres on the road beat the Nationals 3-0. 67 00:05:42,080 --> 00:05:49,520 Congratulations to Dylan Cease, who threw the second no-hitter in Padres history today. 68 00:05:49,520 --> 00:05:56,000 And tonight, the Padres are back on the road in Baltimore to take on the Orioles. 69 00:05:56,000 --> 00:06:03,400 In top news, here is some promising news about Alzheimer's disease. 70 00:06:03,400 --> 00:06:08,880 Historically, Alzheimer's has perplexed doctors and scientists, who struggle to understand 71 00:06:08,880 --> 00:06:11,840 its origins, progression, and treatment. 72 00:06:11,840 --> 00:06:17,360 However, recent scientific advancements are paving the way for breakthroughs in prevention, 73 00:06:17,360 --> 00:06:19,600 detection, and treatment. 74 00:06:19,600 --> 00:06:24,640 According to Heather E. Whitson, doctor and co-director of the Duke, and University of 75 00:06:24,640 --> 00:06:30,600 North Carolina, Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, these advancements could significantly 76 00:06:30,600 --> 00:06:36,680 impact the disease, which is the seventh leading cause of death in the United States. 77 00:06:36,680 --> 00:06:42,920 There is now much to be optimistic about in building stronger, more resilient brains. 78 00:06:42,920 --> 00:06:50,440 In business news, the launch of nine Ethereum exchange-traded funds this week marked a significant 79 00:06:50,440 --> 00:06:52,320 milestone. 80 00:06:52,320 --> 00:06:57,760 Approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission on Monday, the funds drew a combined total 81 00:06:57,760 --> 00:07:02,480 of $107 million in inflows. 82 00:07:02,480 --> 00:07:06,920 BlackRock led, with $266 million. 83 00:07:06,920 --> 00:07:14,600 However, Grayscale saw massive outflows of $484 million. 84 00:07:14,600 --> 00:07:21,760 Despite the initial success, Ethereum's price dipped 0.8% since trading began. 85 00:07:21,760 --> 00:07:28,200 Analysts attribute the smaller inflows compared to Bitcoin ETS to the SEC's ban on staking 86 00:07:28,200 --> 00:07:32,200 and Grayscale's 2.5% fee. 87 00:07:32,200 --> 00:07:38,960 In crypto movement, Bitcoin is just over $66,900. 88 00:07:38,960 --> 00:07:42,160 Ethereum is just over $3,200. 89 00:07:42,160 --> 00:07:48,160 And Solana is $174. 90 00:07:48,160 --> 00:07:51,560 Moving on to a more local vibe. 91 00:07:51,560 --> 00:07:57,520 In our community spotlight on health and wellness, we are working with a national Pilates studio 92 00:07:57,520 --> 00:08:01,840 to bring you some free classes, so listen up. 93 00:08:01,840 --> 00:08:07,120 Check out Club Pilates, with several locations in the San Diego area. 94 00:08:07,120 --> 00:08:12,880 Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension, 95 00:08:12,880 --> 00:08:16,360 and elevating mental well-being. 96 00:08:16,360 --> 00:08:19,700 Scientific research affirms its benefits. 97 00:08:19,700 --> 00:08:26,000 So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class, with locations in Encinitas, 98 00:08:26,000 --> 00:08:31,240 Solana Beach, Oceanside, La Jolla, and more. 99 00:08:31,240 --> 00:08:35,360 Just be sure to tell them Sunny Morning sent you by. 100 00:08:35,360 --> 00:08:39,120 And now back to the show. 101 00:08:39,120 --> 00:08:42,120 Let's talk science. 102 00:08:42,120 --> 00:08:49,280 Scientists have opened up a 3,000-year-old crocodile, revealing extraordinary insights. 103 00:08:49,280 --> 00:08:55,160 Modern Egyptians mummified these creatures in ceremonies dedicated to the crocodile god, 104 00:08:55,160 --> 00:08:57,000 Sobek. 105 00:08:57,000 --> 00:09:03,400 Using X-ray and CT scanning technologies, archaeologists at the University of Manchester 106 00:09:03,400 --> 00:09:10,520 explored the insides of a seven-foot crocodile, kept at the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery. 107 00:09:10,520 --> 00:09:16,160 Unlike human mummification, these crocodiles had their organs intact. 108 00:09:16,160 --> 00:09:21,120 One of the findings were gastrolytes and a bronze fishhook, suggesting the crocodile 109 00:09:21,120 --> 00:09:24,560 was intentionally caught for sacrifice. 110 00:09:24,560 --> 00:09:30,360 This non-invasive study preserves the specimen for future display, offering a glimpse into 111 00:09:30,360 --> 00:09:33,360 ancient sacrificial rituals. 112 00:09:33,360 --> 00:09:43,240 And in entertainment news, Bob Marley expert Roger Stephens has sold his extensive Rege 113 00:09:43,240 --> 00:09:49,080 archive, valued at up to $3 million, to Josef Bogdanovic. 114 00:09:49,080 --> 00:09:54,080 The sale, for an undisclosed multimillion dollar sum, includes the largest collection 115 00:09:54,080 --> 00:09:56,560 of Marley artifacts in the world. 116 00:09:56,560 --> 00:10:02,780 Bogdanovic, a longtime friend of Stephens, plans to create a museum in Montego Bay to 117 00:10:02,780 --> 00:10:04,640 house the collection. 118 00:10:04,640 --> 00:10:13,560 Stephens' archive began in 1973 and includes rare items like a signed poster from Marley's 119 00:10:13,560 --> 00:10:15,360 1978 concert. 120 00:10:15,360 --> 00:10:21,400 Stephens spent around $500,000 on this collection, which has been used by numerous authors and 121 00:10:21,400 --> 00:10:23,520 filmmakers for research. 122 00:10:23,520 --> 00:10:29,400 Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day. 123 00:10:29,400 --> 00:10:37,120 And today, our quote comes from the American politician and 43rd president, George W. Bush. 124 00:10:37,120 --> 00:10:38,120 And he said, 125 00:10:38,120 --> 00:10:45,040 To those of you who received honors, awards, and distinctions, I say, well done. 126 00:10:45,040 --> 00:10:51,920 And to the C students, I say, you too can be president of the United States. 127 00:10:51,920 --> 00:10:54,540 And that's a wrap for this morning. 128 00:10:54,540 --> 00:11:00,540 You can check out our Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for some captivating aerial videos 129 00:11:00,540 --> 00:11:03,000 with local news and the surf reports. 130 00:11:03,000 --> 00:11:05,960 Have an amazing weekend, my good friends. 131 00:11:05,960 --> 00:11:26,000 We'll see you Monday with another episode of Sunny Mornings in San Diego.