Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Encinitas.
I'm your host Melissa and it's Thursday, April 4th.
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, science
and entertainment.
But first, you'll be interested to know.
Today is National Burrito Day.
The burrito is a dish with murky origins, which some historians argue isn't originally
Mexican.
The burrito's journey to American fame is a tale of adaptation, starting with the Spanish
introducing wheat to Mexico, leading to the creation of flour tortillas.
The burrito, as we know it, likely began in northern Mexico, evolving into a beloved staple
of Mexican-American cuisine, despite its late popularity in the U.S.
This culinary chameleon has embraced influences far beyond its traditional fillings, embodying
the spirit of innovation and diversity.
So now you know.
And now you know what time it is.
It's time for the surf report.
Expect morning conditions to remain clean, with waves reaching thigh-to-waist high.
By afternoon, onshore wind introduces sloppier conditions.
Friday brings a blend of chast to head-high waves from the North Pacific swell, with the
day likely to be windy, big and less favorable to say the least.
Conditions are set to improve gradually into the weekend.
On Thursday in Encinitas and North County, it's looking fair at 2 feet until noon.
That it's gonna be a big mess until Saturday morning.
Best time to ride is at 7 a.m. with a 4-foot high tide, when the West-Southwest swell is
1 foot at 18 seconds and the onshore wind is 4 mile per hour.
The first high tide Thursday will be 5 feet at 6 a.m. with a minus 1 foot low tide at
1.30.
The nearshore buoy at Scripps in La Jolla reads 61 degrees for the water temperature.
Checking out the weather in the Encinitas area.
This morning it's cloudy and feels like 55 degrees with 3 mile per hour wind.
The sunset will take place at 7-11 and it will rise again tomorrow at 6-30.
It looks like we're in for a mostly cloudy day with a high near 58 and wind of 5 to 15
mile per hour.
Tonight mostly cloudy with a low of 51 and gusty wind.
Moving ahead in the weather.
Friday forecasts a 50% chance of morning rain shifting to showers and thunderstorms after
11, under partly sunny skies with a high near 54.
Wind from the West will be 15 to 20 mile per hour with gusts up to 25.
The evening maintains a 40% chance of precipitation with early thunderstorms then showers until
11 p.m., turning mostly cloudy with a breezy low of 49.
The weekend promises mostly sunny days with Saturday and Sunday both reaching highs near
59 and cooling to 49 degrees.
Buonior, food enthusiasts.
This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas.
Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this cafe is a haven
for culinary delights.
Indulge in their amazing Eggs Benedict or their gluten-free crepes.
You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee.
They are open every day from 8 to 5.
So stop on by and don't forget to tell them.
Any morning sends you.
In local news, San Diego's freeways are blooming with colors thanks to above-average
rainfall this winter, highlighting a deliberate beautification effort that began decades
ago.
Initiated by Lady Bird Johnson in 1985, the program aimed to enhance U.S. highways by
allocating a portion of federal funds to seed wildflowers, focusing initially on drought-tolerant
varieties.
Since 1995, California's focus has shifted to native species, including California poppies
and San Diego sunflowers, to combat erosion and enrich the landscape.
While these efforts offer aesthetic pleasure to drivers, Caltrans warns against stopping
on freeways to admire the flora.
Now on to sports.
The Houston Texans have made a strategic move by acquiring wide receiver Stefan Diggs from
the Buffalo Bills, aiming to provide quarterback C.J. Stroud with an enhanced supporting cast.
Diggs, celebrated for his consistent performance, joins a dynamic Texans offense, potentially
elevating the team's prospects for the upcoming season.
This acquisition aligns with the principle of building a robust team around a young quarterback
to foster development and avoid the pitfalls that have hindered other NFL teams.
Diggs' experience and versatility are expected to play a pivotal role in Houston's offensive
strategy, further solidifying their position as contenders in the A.S.C. South.
Tonight in local sports, the Padres at home beat the Cardinals 3-2, and the Lakers on
the road beat the Wizards 125-120.
In national hockey, the Kings at home beat the Kraken 5-2.
Tonight, the Clippers are at home to take on the Nuggets, and the Kings head on the
road to San Jose to skate with the Sharks.
In top news, the White House has instructed NASA to develop a new time standard for the
moon, known as Coordinated Lunar Time, or LTC, by 2026.
This initiative aims to facilitate future lunar missions amid a burgeoning space race
among global powers.
LTC is designed to ensure precision in navigation, communication, and interoperability for space
activities, accommodating the unique temporal dynamics of the moon's environment.
This effort underscores the importance of international cooperation, especially among
the Artemis Accord signatories, to advance space exploration and establish a permanent
human presence on the moon and beyond.
In business news, Paramount Global Stock surged by 15% amid progressing deal discussions with
Skydance Media, hinting at a potential significant shift in the media landscape.
This spike occurred after reports of a 30-day exclusive negotiation window agreed upon by
Paramount.
These discussions could lead to Skydance acquiring national amusements, which holds considerable
control over Paramount.
Paramount, known for its mass media holdings, including Paramount Pictures and CBS, has
faced financial pressures, including a recent downgrade of its debt, to junk status.
The potential deal could reshape Paramount, a conglomerate built into a media giant by
the late Sun or Redstone, as it navigates the evolving entertainment industry and its
challenges.
In crypto movement, Bitcoin is now just over $65,000, Ethereum is at $3,200, and Solana
is $182.
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 more science.
NASA has awarded contracts to Ventry Astrolab, Intuitive Machines, and Lunar Outpost for
the development of autonomous moon rovers.
These rovers are intended to support both cargo and manned missions on the moon's
surface, particularly focusing on the lunar South Pole's exploration.
This initiative is part of NASA's Artemis program, aiming to establish a long-term presence
on the moon.
The contracts, valued at a maximum of nearly $5 billion over 15 years, signify NASA's
commitment to fostering a lunar economy by partnering with commercial entities that can
also pursue independent commercial opportunities.
The rovers will enable extensive scientific exploration and support for astronauts, enhancing
the capacity for discovery and the potential for sustainable lunar operations.
And in entertainment news, a fifth installment of the Matrix franchise is officially in development,
with Lana Wachowski returning as executive producer.
Drew Goddard, known for his work on The Cabin in the Woods and The Martian, will take the
helm as writer and director.
Warner Bros. Motion Pictures expressed excitement over Goddard's fresh idea to extend the iconic
series, promising to honor the original vision of Lana and Lilly Wachowski while introducing
a new perspective.
Details on the plot and whether Keanu Reeves will reprise his role as Neo remain under
wraps.
The Matrix series, which debuted in 1999, has grossed nearly $2 billion globally across
its four existing films.
Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day.
And today, our quote comes from the original Matrix.
Do not try and bend the spoon, that's impossible.
Instead only try to realize the truth.
What truth?
There is no spoon.
There is no spoon?
Then you'll see that it is not the spoon that bends, it is only yourself.
The Oracle will see you now.
And that's a wrap for this morning.
You can check out our Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for some captivating aerial videos
with local news and the surf reports.
Have an amazing day, my good friends.
We'll see you tomorrow with another episode of Sunny Mornings in Encinitas.