1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:07,880 Good morning and a warm welcome to your show, Sunny Mornings in Encinitas. 2 00:00:07,880 --> 00:00:12,000 I'm your host Melissa and it's Thursday, August 8th. 3 00:00:12,000 --> 00:00:15,120 You'll be interested to know. 4 00:00:15,120 --> 00:00:19,960 Today is International Cat Day, honoring our feline friends. 5 00:00:19,960 --> 00:00:27,040 Cats, domesticated since ancient times, were revered in Egypt as deities and protectors. 6 00:00:27,040 --> 00:00:31,080 They spread worldwide, facing superstition during the Middle Ages, 7 00:00:31,080 --> 00:00:35,080 but their status soared again in the 1600s. 8 00:00:35,080 --> 00:00:44,040 Since 2002, thanks to the International Fund for Animal Welfare, cats have had their own holiday. 9 00:00:44,040 --> 00:00:46,080 So now you know. 10 00:00:46,080 --> 00:00:52,080 And now, it's time for the Surf Report. 11 00:00:52,080 --> 00:00:58,080 Expect a mix of knee-high to waist-high sets from the South Southwest early Thursday, 12 00:00:58,080 --> 00:01:02,080 building to stomach to shoulder high by afternoon. 13 00:01:02,080 --> 00:01:07,080 Mornings will be glassy with light offshore winds less than 5 mph, 14 00:01:07,080 --> 00:01:14,080 turning bumpy as winds shift onshore to 5 to 10 mph. 15 00:01:14,080 --> 00:01:17,120 Friday starts with stomach to shoulder high swells, 16 00:01:17,120 --> 00:01:23,080 dropping to waist to stomach high by afternoon with similar wind patterns. 17 00:01:23,080 --> 00:01:28,080 The weekend brings knee to thigh-high swells with occasional waist-high sets. 18 00:01:28,080 --> 00:01:34,080 Expect glassy mornings and semi-bumpy afternoons. 19 00:01:34,080 --> 00:01:38,080 Thursday in Encinitas and North County. 20 00:01:38,080 --> 00:01:42,080 It's looking clean in the morning until 9 at 2 plus feet. 21 00:01:42,080 --> 00:01:48,080 Then it ratchets up a bit at 4 plus feet and fared it choppy until sunset. 22 00:01:48,080 --> 00:01:52,080 Things are looking smoother in South San Diego today. 23 00:01:52,080 --> 00:01:58,080 Best time to ride is at 5 pm with a 2.5-foot outgoing low tide 24 00:01:58,080 --> 00:02:06,080 when the West Southwest swell is 3 feet at 14 seconds and the onshore wind is 7 mph. 25 00:02:06,080 --> 00:02:11,080 The first low tide Thursday will be a half foot at 6 am 26 00:02:11,080 --> 00:02:16,080 with a 4.5-foot high tide at 12.30 pm. 27 00:02:16,080 --> 00:02:23,080 The nearshore buoy at Beacons reads 71 degrees for the water temperature. 28 00:02:23,080 --> 00:02:30,080 This morning it's patchy fog and feels like 65 degrees with no wind. 29 00:02:30,080 --> 00:02:36,080 The sunset will take place at 7.40 and it will rise again tomorrow at 6.08. 30 00:02:36,080 --> 00:02:41,080 It looks like we're in for some patchy fog before 11 am. 31 00:02:41,080 --> 00:02:46,080 Expect a mostly sunny day with a high near 72 degrees 32 00:02:46,080 --> 00:02:50,080 and a northwest wind between 5 and 10 mph. 33 00:02:50,080 --> 00:02:55,080 Tonight the sky should remain clear and calm. 34 00:02:55,080 --> 00:02:58,080 Looking ahead in the weather. 35 00:02:58,080 --> 00:03:04,080 Expect patchy fog each morning through Tuesday, clearing by late morning. 36 00:03:04,080 --> 00:03:11,080 Daytime highs will hover around 71 to 72 degrees with light southwest winds. 37 00:03:11,080 --> 00:03:17,080 Nights will be mostly cloudy with lows in the upper 60s and fog returning late. 38 00:03:17,080 --> 00:03:20,080 Bonjour, food enthusiasts! 39 00:03:20,080 --> 00:03:25,080 This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Café & Pastries in Encinitas. 40 00:03:25,080 --> 00:03:30,080 Nestled on El Camino Real South, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, 41 00:03:30,080 --> 00:03:34,080 this café is a haven for culinary delights. 42 00:03:34,080 --> 00:03:40,080 Indulge in their amazing Eggs Benedict or their gluten-free crepes. 43 00:03:40,080 --> 00:03:45,080 You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee. 44 00:03:45,080 --> 00:03:49,080 They are open every day from 8 to 5. 45 00:03:49,080 --> 00:03:52,080 So stop on by and don't forget to tell them. 46 00:03:52,080 --> 00:03:54,080 Sunny mornings send you. 47 00:03:54,080 --> 00:03:57,080 In local news, 48 00:03:57,080 --> 00:04:03,080 the Giant Pandas make their public debut at the San Diego Zoo at noon today, 49 00:04:03,080 --> 00:04:06,080 marking their return since 2019. 50 00:04:06,080 --> 00:04:12,080 Housed in the new Panda Ridge, the habitat is four times larger than the previous space, 51 00:04:12,080 --> 00:04:16,080 featuring pools, misters and lush trees. 52 00:04:16,080 --> 00:04:19,080 Visitors can obtain complimentary time tickets, 53 00:04:19,080 --> 00:04:24,080 issued every 15 minutes from 9.30 in the morning to 3 in the afternoon, 54 00:04:24,080 --> 00:04:27,080 or join a standby line. 55 00:04:27,080 --> 00:04:32,080 Single-day passes cost $74 for adults and $64 for children, 56 00:04:32,080 --> 00:04:36,080 with discounted prices on value days. 57 00:04:36,080 --> 00:04:39,080 A 60-minute early morning tour is also available. 58 00:04:39,080 --> 00:04:44,080 Music 59 00:04:44,080 --> 00:04:47,080 Now on to sports. 60 00:04:47,080 --> 00:04:52,080 The Los Angeles Dodgers are eagerly anticipating the return of Mookie Betts, 61 00:04:52,080 --> 00:04:57,080 one of their most valuable players, who broke his hand back on June 16. 62 00:04:57,080 --> 00:05:01,080 The team had Shohei Hotani fill the leadoff spot, 63 00:05:01,080 --> 00:05:06,080 where he excelled, hitting 15 home runs in 41 games. 64 00:05:06,080 --> 00:05:11,080 Manager Dave Roberts plans to bat Betts second and play him at shortstop, 65 00:05:11,080 --> 00:05:15,080 while Hotani remains the leadoff hitter. 66 00:05:15,080 --> 00:05:18,080 Betts has shown impressive stats in the second spot, 67 00:05:18,080 --> 00:05:24,080 potentially boosting the Dodgers' lineup as they aim to rejuvenate their offense. 68 00:05:24,080 --> 00:05:33,080 In local sports, the Padres on the road beat the Pirates 9-8, and tonight. 69 00:05:33,080 --> 00:05:39,080 They're back at it for the final game of this series with Pittsburgh. 70 00:05:39,080 --> 00:05:44,080 In top news, ultra-processed foods, known as UPS, 71 00:05:44,080 --> 00:05:49,080 are prepackaged items like granola bars, chips, and sodas. 72 00:05:49,080 --> 00:05:54,080 These foods are linked to various health issues, including cancer and depression. 73 00:05:54,080 --> 00:06:00,080 Research indicates that UPF consumption has surged globally since the 1980s, 74 00:06:00,080 --> 00:06:05,080 coinciding with rising rates of obesity and chronic diseases. 75 00:06:05,080 --> 00:06:12,080 UPS are calorie-dense, high in fat and sugar, and easy to over-consume. 76 00:06:12,080 --> 00:06:19,080 Emerging studies also connect UPS to depression, anxiety, and autoimmune disorders. 77 00:06:19,080 --> 00:06:23,080 While reducing UPF intake could improve health, 78 00:06:23,080 --> 00:06:27,080 affordability and accessibility make them a staple for many. 79 00:06:27,080 --> 00:06:32,080 Societal changes are needed to promote healthier food environments. 80 00:06:32,080 --> 00:06:40,080 In business news, Big Lots is planning to close up to 315 stores nationwide, 81 00:06:40,080 --> 00:06:44,080 according to a recent regulatory filing. 82 00:06:44,080 --> 00:06:47,080 The retailer also disclosed updated loan terms, 83 00:06:47,080 --> 00:06:51,080 reducing its credit limit and increasing interest rates. 84 00:06:51,080 --> 00:06:57,080 This decision follows an earlier plan to close up to 150 stores. 85 00:06:57,080 --> 00:07:01,080 The closures come as Big Lots faces ongoing financial struggles, 86 00:07:01,080 --> 00:07:07,080 including a net loss of $205 million in the quarter-ending May 4. 87 00:07:07,080 --> 00:07:12,080 Despite opening three new stores, the company expects further losses 88 00:07:12,080 --> 00:07:16,080 and has substantial doubt about its future. 89 00:07:16,080 --> 00:07:22,080 California will see 75 store closures, while Texas will retain all locations. 90 00:07:22,080 --> 00:07:28,080 In crypto movement, Bitcoin is just under $57,000, 91 00:07:28,080 --> 00:07:32,080 Ethereum is just over $2,400, 92 00:07:32,080 --> 00:07:37,080 and Solana is $153. 93 00:07:37,080 --> 00:07:41,080 Moving on to a more local vibe. 94 00:07:41,080 --> 00:07:45,080 In our community spotlight on health and wellness, 95 00:07:45,080 --> 00:07:51,080 we are working with a national Pilates studio to bring you some free classes, so listen up. 96 00:07:51,080 --> 00:07:57,080 Check out Club Pilates, with several locations in the San Diego area. 97 00:07:57,080 --> 00:08:00,080 Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, 98 00:08:00,080 --> 00:08:06,080 cultivating strength, reducing tension, and elevating mental well-being. 99 00:08:06,080 --> 00:08:10,080 Scientific research affirms its benefits. 100 00:08:10,080 --> 00:08:14,080 So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class, 101 00:08:14,080 --> 00:08:21,080 with locations in Encinitas, Solana Beach, Oceanside, La Jolla, and more. 102 00:08:21,080 --> 00:08:25,080 Just be sure to tell them Sunny Morning sent you by. 103 00:08:25,080 --> 00:08:29,080 And now, back to the show. 104 00:08:29,080 --> 00:08:31,080 Let's talk science. 105 00:08:31,080 --> 00:08:36,080 A torrential rainstorm has unveiled a significant discovery in southern Brazil, 106 00:08:36,080 --> 00:08:41,080 a 233 million-year-old dinosaur fossil. 107 00:08:41,080 --> 00:08:45,080 This carnivorous dinosaur, part of the Herorosaurus family, 108 00:08:45,080 --> 00:08:49,080 roamed Pangea during the Triassic period. 109 00:08:49,080 --> 00:08:54,080 Paleontologists are racing to protect this, almost fully preserved specimen, 110 00:08:54,080 --> 00:08:59,080 as continued heavy rains threaten to erode the site at the Geopark. 111 00:08:59,080 --> 00:09:03,080 Rodrigo Mueller from the Federal University of Santa Maria 112 00:09:03,080 --> 00:09:07,080 highlights its importance in understanding dinosaur origins. 113 00:09:07,080 --> 00:09:12,080 The oldest confirmed dinosaur fossils are 231 million years old, 114 00:09:12,080 --> 00:09:16,080 making this discovery potentially groundbreaking. 115 00:09:16,080 --> 00:09:21,080 And in entertainment news, 116 00:09:21,080 --> 00:09:25,080 Taylor Swift has canceled three concerts in Vienna, 117 00:09:25,080 --> 00:09:31,080 following the arrest of two men involved in an ISIS-connected terrorist plot. 118 00:09:31,080 --> 00:09:35,080 Austrian concert promoter Baracuda Music stated, 119 00:09:35,080 --> 00:09:42,080 The Taylor Swift Vienna shows are canceled due to government officials' confirmation of planned terrorist attacks. 120 00:09:42,080 --> 00:09:46,080 The suspects, including a 19-year-old living internets, 121 00:09:46,080 --> 00:09:51,080 were arrested after police found chemicals and substances in his home. 122 00:09:51,080 --> 00:09:55,080 Vienna State Police confirmed the danger was minimized, 123 00:09:55,080 --> 00:09:58,080 but an abstract danger remained. 124 00:09:58,080 --> 00:10:02,080 Tick folders will receive refunds within 10 days. 125 00:10:02,080 --> 00:10:07,080 Swift will continue her tour in London and later in Canada. 126 00:10:07,080 --> 00:10:12,080 Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day. 127 00:10:12,080 --> 00:10:19,080 And today, our quote comes from the British author and journalist, Christopher Hitchens. 128 00:10:19,080 --> 00:10:42,080 And he said, 129 00:10:42,080 --> 00:10:45,080 And that's a wrap for this morning. 130 00:10:45,080 --> 00:10:51,080 You can check out our Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for some captivating aerial videos 131 00:10:51,080 --> 00:10:54,080 with local news and the surf reports. 132 00:10:54,080 --> 00:10:57,080 Have an amazing day, my good friends. 133 00:10:57,080 --> 00:11:16,080 We'll see you tomorrow with another episode of Sunny Mornings in Encinitas.