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Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Encinitas.

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We're the daily podcast that gets you started on the right foot and always with a positive

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vibe.

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I'm your host, Melissa, and it's Tuesday, February 13th.

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You'll be interested to know, 335 years ago today, in 1689, following the Glorious Revolution,

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William and Mary were proclaimed King and Queen of England, after which they ruled jointly

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as King William III and Queen Mary II.

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The Glorious Revolution started in 1688 in England and marked a pivotal moment in history,

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leading to the overthrow of James II.

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James II's open adherence to Roman Catholicism alienated most of the population.

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He intensified tensions by issuing the Declaration of Indulgence in 1687, relaxing laws against

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non-conformists and Catholics.

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This period reshaped the English monarchy and religious landscape.

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Now that we've learned some history, let's check out the weather in the Encinitas area.

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This morning, it's partly cloudy skies and 46 degrees, with just about no wind.

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The sunset will take place at 5.32 p.m. and it will rise again tomorrow at 6.32 a.m.

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It looks like we're in for a sunny day with a high near 59 and 10 to 15 mile per hour

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wind.

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Tonight, patchy fog after 10 p.m., otherwise partly cloudy with a low around 49.

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In the surf report, we should see playful waves in the knee-to-waist-high range, occasionally

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reaching chest-to-shoulder at standout spots.

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Conditions will be clean early with light wind.

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Expect a light to moderate west and west-northwest breeze by afternoon.

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Looking ahead to Wednesday and beyond, an active pattern in the North Pacific promises

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fun overlapping west-northwest and northwest swells, with a chance of stronger surf towards

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next weekend.

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However, variable storm activity could impact conditions.

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Stay tuned this week for more precise forecasts.

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In Encinitas and North County, it's looking good and clean at 2 to 3 feet before noon

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with a 2.5 foot incoming tide at 8 a.m.

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The first low tide Tuesday will be 1 foot around 5.30 a.m. with a high tide at 4.5 feet

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around 11.15 a.m.

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The nearshore buoy at Scripps and La Jolla reads 59.5 degrees for the water temperature.

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In the National Weather Today, a nor'easter will significantly impact

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the mid-Atlantic and New England.

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Expect heavy snowfall across central and eastern Pennsylvania, northern New Jersey, southeast

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New York, and southern New England, with 6 to 12 inches of snow and higher amounts in

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elevated areas.

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Strong wind may cause damage in coastal flooding.

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Simultaneously, the northwest braces for a new storm, promising heavy rain and snowfall

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in the coastal ranges and higher elevations, including the Cascades and Northern Rockies.

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Bonjour, food enthusiasts!

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This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas.

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Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this cafe is a haven

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for culinary delights.

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Indulge in their amazing Eggs Benedict or their gluten-free crepes.

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You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee.

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They are open every day from 8 to 5.

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So stop on by and don't forget to tell them.

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Sunny mornings send you.

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In local news, starting yesterday, San Diego small businesses and nonprofits can apply

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for flood recovery funds due to the January 22nd flood.

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The application period ends on February 27th, so act swiftly.

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The Emergency Response and Resilience Grant, with a $370,000 budget, offers up to $2,500

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for small businesses and $5,000 for those in low-income areas.

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Eligibility requires proof of storm impact, a city business tax certificate, and a staff

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size of 12 or fewer.

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Funds can cover uninsured replacements, employee wages, and insurance deductibles.

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Now onto sports.

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At the Super Bowl, Reba McEntire's performance of the national anthem caused quite a stir

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in the betting world.

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She unexpectedly repeated, the brave, and extended the anthem beyond the anticipated

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90.5 seconds.

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This extra phrase sparked debate among bettors and bookmakers.

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Bet and GM, initially favoring the under, ended up compensating both over-and-under

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bettors.

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Meanwhile, Draft Kings and FanDuel were divided.

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Draft Kings initially supported the under, while FanDuel leaned towards the over.

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Legal betting on the anthem's duration was only available in Ontario, but U.S. bettors

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still participated through offshore platforms.

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This incident echoed a similar situation in 2019, with Gladys Knight's performance.

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Personally, I'm divided on the whole ordeal, but I will say, you cannot add extra words

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to the national anthem.

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Now onto the NBA.

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Last night, the Clippers at home lost to the Timberwolves, 121 to 100.

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And tonight, the Lakers are at home to take on the Pistons.

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In national hockey tonight, the Kings are at home to play the Sabres, and the Ducks

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are on the road to play the Canadians.

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In top news, recent research reveals a significant overdiagnosis of melanoma in the U.S.

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Recent concerns about the implications of unnecessary cancer diagnoses.

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Over 80,000 Americans annually are told they have melanoma, a six-fold increase from 40

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years ago.

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However, this rise is attributed more to overdiagnosis than to environmental risks or detection improvements.

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The study, focusing on white individuals more prone to melanoma, found 65% of white women

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and 50% of white men are overdiagnosed.

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The majority of these cases involve stage zero cancers, which are unlikely to cause

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health problems.

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This can lead to unnecessary treatments and long-term psychological impacts.

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Experts suggest a need for better standards in diagnosing melanoma and caution against

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routine full-body checks without symptoms.

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In market news, in a significant crypto development, Bitcoin surpassed $50,000 for the first time

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since December 2021, triggering a rally in crypto-related stocks and funds.

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This surge is partly due to robust demand for new spot Bitcoin ETFs.

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Bitcoin, the largest cryptocurrency, has experienced a 13% rise in the past week and an 11% increase

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this year, building on a 150% gain in 2023.

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Despite this, it's still about 28% below its peak from November 2021.

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Leading spot Bitcoin ETFs, like Grayscale Bitcoin Trust and BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin

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Trust, saw gains around 5.6%, while Bitcoin futures like ProShares Bitcoin Strategy also

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climbed.

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Shares in Coinbase and MicroStrategy rose significantly, reflecting broader market optimism.

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Investors attribute the rally to increased spot market demand, and some investors viewing

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Bitcoin as a safe haven amid global uncertainties.

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However, its price volatility remains a concern.

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Future predictions are optimistic, with expectations of Bitcoin reaching up to $160,000 by end

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of 2024 and potentially $350,000 by mid-2025.

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Bitcoin is currently just under $50,000, Ethereum is about $2,600, and Solana is $113.

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Moving on to a more local vibe.

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In our community spotlight on health and wellness, we are working with a national Pilates studio

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to bring you some free classes, so listen up.

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Check out Club Pilates, with several locations in the San Diego area.

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Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension,

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and elevating mental well-being.

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Scientific research affirms its benefits.

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So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class, with locations in Encinitas,

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Solana Beach, Oceanside, La Jolla, and more.

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Just be sure to tell them Sunny Morning sent you by.

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And now, back to the show.

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Let's talk tech.

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In a significant move, Google has rebranded its AI offerings under a single name Gemini.

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This change sees the previous barred chatbot and duet AI features integrated into Google

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Workspace all unified as Gemini.

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Notably, Google has also launched Gemini Ultra 1.0, a more advanced version of its language

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model.

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Gemini, blending the roles of an assistant, chatbot, and search engine, is now accessible

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via dedicated Android app, replacing Google Assistant in some functions.

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However, there's no iOS app yet.

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iPhone users can access Gemini through the Google app.

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Gemini's introduction marks a shift in Google's focus, indicating a strong commitment to

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AI, as it competes with other leading AI developers.

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For enhanced features, users can subscribe to Gemini Advanced, part of Google's $20

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per month Google One AI Premium plan, which also includes 2 terabytes of Google Drive

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storage.

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And in entertainment news, Gloria Gaynor, I Will Survive, a new documentary by Betsy

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Schecter, explores the life of disco icon Gloria Gaynor.

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The film, getting a one-night theatrical release, dows into Gaynor's journey as she transitions

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from her 70s disco fame to a gospel artist.

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It reveals her struggles with personal and professional adversity, transforming her hit

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I Will Survive into a broader anthem of empowerment.

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The documentary also touches on Gaynor's past challenges, including her relationship

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with ex-husband Linwood Simon and a persistent spinal injury.

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While focusing on her gospel career and the making of her Grammy-winning album, Testimony,

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the film has been critiqued for its intimate approach, lacking broader industry perspectives.

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However, it celebrates Gaynor's resilience and musical legacy, underscoring her impact

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on the disco genre and her personal growth.

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Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day.

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And today, our quote comes from the author, William W. Perkey.

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You've gotta dance like there's nobody watching.

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Love like you'll never be hurt.

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Sing like there's nobody listening.

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And live like it's heaven on earth.

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And that's a wrap for this morning.

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Remember to stay tuned tomorrow for more news and updates.

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Have an amazing day, my good friends.