Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Encinitas.
We're the daily podcast that gets you started on the right foot and always with a positive
vibe.
I'm your host, Melissa, and it's Tuesday, February 13th.
You'll be interested to know, 335 years ago today, in 1689, following the Glorious Revolution,
William and Mary were proclaimed King and Queen of England, after which they ruled jointly
as King William III and Queen Mary II.
The Glorious Revolution started in 1688 in England and marked a pivotal moment in history,
leading to the overthrow of James II.
James II's open adherence to Roman Catholicism alienated most of the population.
He intensified tensions by issuing the Declaration of Indulgence in 1687, relaxing laws against
non-conformists and Catholics.
This period reshaped the English monarchy and religious landscape.
Now that we've learned some history, let's check out the weather in the Encinitas area.
This morning, it's partly cloudy skies and 46 degrees, with just about no wind.
The sunset will take place at 5.32 p.m. and it will rise again tomorrow at 6.32 a.m.
It looks like we're in for a sunny day with a high near 59 and 10 to 15 mile per hour
wind.
Tonight, patchy fog after 10 p.m., otherwise partly cloudy with a low around 49.
In the surf report, we should see playful waves in the knee-to-waist-high range, occasionally
reaching chest-to-shoulder at standout spots.
Conditions will be clean early with light wind.
Expect a light to moderate west and west-northwest breeze by afternoon.
Looking ahead to Wednesday and beyond, an active pattern in the North Pacific promises
fun overlapping west-northwest and northwest swells, with a chance of stronger surf towards
next weekend.
However, variable storm activity could impact conditions.
Stay tuned this week for more precise forecasts.
In Encinitas and North County, it's looking good and clean at 2 to 3 feet before noon
with a 2.5 foot incoming tide at 8 a.m.
The first low tide Tuesday will be 1 foot around 5.30 a.m. with a high tide at 4.5 feet
around 11.15 a.m.
The nearshore buoy at Scripps and La Jolla reads 59.5 degrees for the water temperature.
In the National Weather Today, a nor'easter will significantly impact
the mid-Atlantic and New England.
Expect heavy snowfall across central and eastern Pennsylvania, northern New Jersey, southeast
New York, and southern New England, with 6 to 12 inches of snow and higher amounts in
elevated areas.
Strong wind may cause damage in coastal flooding.
Simultaneously, the northwest braces for a new storm, promising heavy rain and snowfall
in the coastal ranges and higher elevations, including the Cascades and Northern Rockies.
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Sunny mornings send you.
In local news, starting yesterday, San Diego small businesses and nonprofits can apply
for flood recovery funds due to the January 22nd flood.
The application period ends on February 27th, so act swiftly.
The Emergency Response and Resilience Grant, with a $370,000 budget, offers up to $2,500
for small businesses and $5,000 for those in low-income areas.
Eligibility requires proof of storm impact, a city business tax certificate, and a staff
size of 12 or fewer.
Funds can cover uninsured replacements, employee wages, and insurance deductibles.
Now onto sports.
At the Super Bowl, Reba McEntire's performance of the national anthem caused quite a stir
in the betting world.
She unexpectedly repeated, the brave, and extended the anthem beyond the anticipated
90.5 seconds.
This extra phrase sparked debate among bettors and bookmakers.
Bet and GM, initially favoring the under, ended up compensating both over-and-under
bettors.
Meanwhile, Draft Kings and FanDuel were divided.
Draft Kings initially supported the under, while FanDuel leaned towards the over.
Legal betting on the anthem's duration was only available in Ontario, but U.S. bettors
still participated through offshore platforms.
This incident echoed a similar situation in 2019, with Gladys Knight's performance.
Personally, I'm divided on the whole ordeal, but I will say, you cannot add extra words
to the national anthem.
Now onto the NBA.
Last night, the Clippers at home lost to the Timberwolves, 121 to 100.
And tonight, the Lakers are at home to take on the Pistons.
In national hockey tonight, the Kings are at home to play the Sabres, and the Ducks
are on the road to play the Canadians.
In top news, recent research reveals a significant overdiagnosis of melanoma in the U.S.
Recent concerns about the implications of unnecessary cancer diagnoses.
Over 80,000 Americans annually are told they have melanoma, a six-fold increase from 40
years ago.
However, this rise is attributed more to overdiagnosis than to environmental risks or detection improvements.
The study, focusing on white individuals more prone to melanoma, found 65% of white women
and 50% of white men are overdiagnosed.
The majority of these cases involve stage zero cancers, which are unlikely to cause
health problems.
This can lead to unnecessary treatments and long-term psychological impacts.
Experts suggest a need for better standards in diagnosing melanoma and caution against
routine full-body checks without symptoms.
In market news, in a significant crypto development, Bitcoin surpassed $50,000 for the first time
since December 2021, triggering a rally in crypto-related stocks and funds.
This surge is partly due to robust demand for new spot Bitcoin ETFs.
Bitcoin, the largest cryptocurrency, has experienced a 13% rise in the past week and an 11% increase
this year, building on a 150% gain in 2023.
Despite this, it's still about 28% below its peak from November 2021.
Leading spot Bitcoin ETFs, like Grayscale Bitcoin Trust and BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin
Trust, saw gains around 5.6%, while Bitcoin futures like ProShares Bitcoin Strategy also
climbed.
Shares in Coinbase and MicroStrategy rose significantly, reflecting broader market optimism.
Investors attribute the rally to increased spot market demand, and some investors viewing
Bitcoin as a safe haven amid global uncertainties.
However, its price volatility remains a concern.
Future predictions are optimistic, with expectations of Bitcoin reaching up to $160,000 by end
of 2024 and potentially $350,000 by mid-2025.
Bitcoin is currently just under $50,000, Ethereum is about $2,600, and Solana is $113.
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.
In a significant move, Google has rebranded its AI offerings under a single name Gemini.
This change sees the previous barred chatbot and duet AI features integrated into Google
Workspace all unified as Gemini.
Notably, Google has also launched Gemini Ultra 1.0, a more advanced version of its language
model.
Gemini, blending the roles of an assistant, chatbot, and search engine, is now accessible
via dedicated Android app, replacing Google Assistant in some functions.
However, there's no iOS app yet.
iPhone users can access Gemini through the Google app.
Gemini's introduction marks a shift in Google's focus, indicating a strong commitment to
AI, as it competes with other leading AI developers.
For enhanced features, users can subscribe to Gemini Advanced, part of Google's $20
per month Google One AI Premium plan, which also includes 2 terabytes of Google Drive
storage.
And in entertainment news, Gloria Gaynor, I Will Survive, a new documentary by Betsy
Schecter, explores the life of disco icon Gloria Gaynor.
The film, getting a one-night theatrical release, dows into Gaynor's journey as she transitions
from her 70s disco fame to a gospel artist.
It reveals her struggles with personal and professional adversity, transforming her hit
I Will Survive into a broader anthem of empowerment.
The documentary also touches on Gaynor's past challenges, including her relationship
with ex-husband Linwood Simon and a persistent spinal injury.
While focusing on her gospel career and the making of her Grammy-winning album, Testimony,
the film has been critiqued for its intimate approach, lacking broader industry perspectives.
However, it celebrates Gaynor's resilience and musical legacy, underscoring her impact
on the disco genre and her personal growth.
Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day.
And today, our quote comes from the author, William W. Perkey.
You've gotta dance like there's nobody watching.
Love like you'll never be hurt.
Sing like there's nobody listening.
And live like it's heaven on earth.
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.