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 --> 00:00:12,920 I'm your host Melissa and it's Thursday, August 22nd. 3 00:00:12,920 --> 00:00:15,080 You'll be interested to know. 4 00:00:15,080 --> 00:00:23,180 Thirty-five years ago, today in 1989, Nell and Ryan of the Texas Rangers struck out Ricky 5 00:00:23,180 --> 00:00:28,780 Henderson of the Oakland Athletics to become the first major league pitcher to register 6 00:00:28,780 --> 00:00:31,880 5,000 strikeouts. 7 00:00:31,880 --> 00:00:39,320 Ryan ended his career with a record-setting 5,714 strikeouts. 8 00:00:39,320 --> 00:00:41,400 So now you know. 9 00:00:41,400 --> 00:00:47,360 And now it's time for the Surf Report. 10 00:00:47,360 --> 00:00:52,880 Expect knee-to-thigh high swell Thursday morning with waist-high weights building to shoulder 11 00:00:52,880 --> 00:00:55,640 high in the afternoon. 12 00:00:55,640 --> 00:01:01,560 Chest-to-chest high swell on Friday turns stomach-to-shoulder high on Saturday and waist-to-stomach 13 00:01:01,560 --> 00:01:04,120 high on Sunday. 14 00:01:04,120 --> 00:01:10,800 Mornings will be glassy with light offshore winds turning semi-choppy in the afternoons. 15 00:01:10,800 --> 00:01:14,880 Thursday in Encinitas and North County. 16 00:01:14,880 --> 00:01:19,560 It's looking fair in the morning until nine at two to three feet. 17 00:01:19,560 --> 00:01:24,360 Then it bumps up to three to four feet and choppy until sunset. 18 00:01:24,360 --> 00:01:28,920 We might get an hour of fair conditions before the sun goes down. 19 00:01:28,920 --> 00:01:35,960 Best time to ride is at 7 a.m. with a one-and-a-half foot incoming low tide when the south swell 20 00:01:35,960 --> 00:01:42,560 is two feet at 12 seconds and the onshore wind is four mile per hour. 21 00:01:42,560 --> 00:01:48,760 The first low tide Thursday will be zero foot at 5.30 a.m. with a five-and-a-half foot high 22 00:01:48,760 --> 00:01:51,860 tide at 11.45. 23 00:01:51,860 --> 00:01:59,380 The nearshore buoy at Beacons reads 75 degrees for the water temperature. 24 00:01:59,380 --> 00:02:06,480 This morning it's foggy and feels like 64 degrees with eight mile per hour wind. 25 00:02:06,480 --> 00:02:13,300 The sunset will take place at 7.24 and it will rise again tomorrow at 6.17. 26 00:02:13,300 --> 00:02:19,280 It looks like we're in for some patchy fog before 11 a.m. then partly sunny skies with 27 00:02:19,280 --> 00:02:24,240 temperatures near 71 and a light southwest breeze. 28 00:02:24,240 --> 00:02:33,400 Tonight expect mostly cloudy skies with a low around 65 and calm winds. 29 00:02:33,400 --> 00:02:39,580 Looking ahead in the weather expect mostly sunny skies on Friday, Saturday and Sunday 30 00:02:39,580 --> 00:02:43,960 with highs in the upper 60s to low 70s. 31 00:02:43,960 --> 00:02:48,520 Nights will be mostly cloudy with lows in the mid 60s. 32 00:02:48,520 --> 00:02:52,280 Patchy fog returns late Sunday night and Monday morning. 33 00:02:52,280 --> 00:02:55,280 Bonjour, food enthusiasts. 34 00:02:55,280 --> 00:03:00,120 This podcast is brought to you by Versailles Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas. 35 00:03:00,120 --> 00:03:07,360 Nestled on El Camino Real south, just north of Encinitas Boulevard, this cafe is a haven 36 00:03:07,360 --> 00:03:10,160 for culinary delights. 37 00:03:10,160 --> 00:03:15,720 Indulge in their amazing eggs Benedict or their gluten-free crepes. 38 00:03:15,720 --> 00:03:20,480 You can grab a panini for lunch or just breeze on through to get your morning coffee. 39 00:03:20,480 --> 00:03:24,480 They are open every day from 8 to 5. 40 00:03:24,480 --> 00:03:27,920 So stop on by and don't forget to tell them. 41 00:03:27,920 --> 00:03:31,280 Sunny mornings send you. 42 00:03:31,280 --> 00:03:37,100 In local news, there is news about outside investors impacting the market for single 43 00:03:37,100 --> 00:03:43,560 family homes in San Diego buying an increasing portion of available properties. 44 00:03:43,560 --> 00:03:50,720 Two New York City private equity firms, Blackstone and BlackRock, are particularly active. 45 00:03:50,720 --> 00:03:55,320 According to the real estate portal Redfin, investors purchased nearly one quarter of 46 00:03:55,320 --> 00:03:58,840 San Diego homes sold in the second quarter. 47 00:03:58,840 --> 00:04:05,280 Nationwide, the purchase of U.S. homes rose 3.4% year over year, with investors buying 48 00:04:05,280 --> 00:04:09,480 $43 billion worth of homes. 49 00:04:09,480 --> 00:04:20,080 Redfin reports that elevated home prices and mortgage rates are driving rental demand. 50 00:04:20,080 --> 00:04:22,640 Now on to sports. 51 00:04:22,640 --> 00:04:28,720 Inside Northwestern's Quest, to build a college football stadium in 65 days, the temporary 52 00:04:28,720 --> 00:04:33,640 stadium in Evanston, Illinois is still under construction. 53 00:04:33,640 --> 00:04:38,040 The North Grandstand's final bleachers are being added and scaffolding is in place for 54 00:04:38,040 --> 00:04:39,960 the scoreboard. 55 00:04:39,960 --> 00:04:45,240 The Southstands will feature club-level seating with views of Lake Michigan. 56 00:04:45,240 --> 00:04:51,480 Named Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium, this 15,000-seat stadium will host 57 00:04:51,480 --> 00:04:58,640 Wildcats games for the next two seasons during Ryan Field's $800 million rebuild. 58 00:04:58,640 --> 00:05:04,200 Deputy Athletic Director Jesse Marks emphasized the tight time frame, calling it a project 59 00:05:04,200 --> 00:05:07,800 of grit and tenacity. 60 00:05:07,800 --> 00:05:15,120 In local sports, the Padres at home lost to the Twins 10-5. 61 00:05:15,120 --> 00:05:21,840 And tonight, the Padres will stay at Petco to take on the Mets for game one of a three-game 62 00:05:21,840 --> 00:05:22,840 series. 63 00:05:22,840 --> 00:05:30,240 In top news, can energy drinks really boost your metabolism? 64 00:05:30,240 --> 00:05:37,020 Fitness influencers tout them as metabolism stimulants, but experts reveal the truth. 65 00:05:37,020 --> 00:05:41,720 Energy drinks, often packed with sugar, have low-calorie options claiming to aid in weight 66 00:05:41,720 --> 00:05:43,560 management. 67 00:05:43,560 --> 00:05:49,080 Andrew Jackham from the Mayo Clinic notes that caffeine can increase metabolism short-term, 68 00:05:49,080 --> 00:05:52,920 but is unlikely to cause substantial fat loss. 69 00:05:52,920 --> 00:05:58,320 Jeffrey Stout from the University of Central Florida adds that energy drinks are more effective 70 00:05:58,320 --> 00:06:01,240 when combined with exercise. 71 00:06:01,240 --> 00:06:07,000 Lena Bukovic, a dietician, states there is no correlation between energy drink consumption 72 00:06:07,000 --> 00:06:09,400 and weight loss. 73 00:06:09,400 --> 00:06:14,240 Experts recommend caution and focusing on a balanced lifestyle. 74 00:06:14,240 --> 00:06:21,720 In business news, in a notable development, Lingo Telecom has agreed to pay a $1 million 75 00:06:21,720 --> 00:06:28,360 fine for transmitting AI-generated robocalls that imitated President Joe Biden, aiming 76 00:06:28,360 --> 00:06:32,680 to dissuade voters in New Hampshire's Democratic primary. 77 00:06:32,680 --> 00:06:37,960 The Federal Communications Commission highlighted that these calls, directed by political consultant 78 00:06:37,960 --> 00:06:43,000 Steve Kramer, used voice-cloning technology to spread disinformation. 79 00:06:43,000 --> 00:06:49,120 Initially, the Federal Communications Commission proposed a $2 million fine. 80 00:06:49,120 --> 00:06:55,600 Kramer, who faces charges, admitted to paying $500 for the calls. 81 00:06:55,600 --> 00:07:01,080 The Federal Communications Commission has also proposed a $6 million fine for Kramer 82 00:07:01,080 --> 00:07:06,680 and is considering new rules for AI-generated political ads. 83 00:07:06,680 --> 00:07:13,240 In crypto movement, Bitcoin is just over $61,200. 84 00:07:13,240 --> 00:07:16,880 Ethereum is just over $2,600. 85 00:07:16,880 --> 00:07:22,680 And Solana is $144. 86 00:07:22,680 --> 00:07:26,080 Moving on to a more local vibe. 87 00:07:26,080 --> 00:07:32,040 In our community spotlight on health and wellness, we are working with a national Pilates studio 88 00:07:32,040 --> 00:07:36,200 to bring you some free classes, so listen up. 89 00:07:36,200 --> 00:07:41,280 Check out Club Pilates, with several locations in the San Diego area. 90 00:07:41,280 --> 00:07:47,420 Pilates presents a comprehensive wellness approach, cultivating strength, reducing tension, 91 00:07:47,420 --> 00:07:50,880 and elevating mental well-being. 92 00:07:50,880 --> 00:07:54,200 Public research affirms its benefits. 93 00:07:54,200 --> 00:08:00,480 So now you can check out Club Pilates for a free class, with locations in Encinitas, 94 00:08:00,480 --> 00:08:05,760 Solana Beach, Oceanside, La Jolla, and more. 95 00:08:05,760 --> 00:08:09,880 Just be sure to tell them Sunny Morning sent you by. 96 00:08:09,880 --> 00:08:13,600 And now back to the show. 97 00:08:13,600 --> 00:08:15,680 Let's talk tech. 98 00:08:15,680 --> 00:08:21,240 Russia is urging citizens to reduce their use of dating apps and other online activities 99 00:08:21,240 --> 00:08:24,480 to prevent Ukrainians' spying. 100 00:08:24,480 --> 00:08:28,840 Following Ukraine's surprise attack on Kursk, a memo from Russia's Ministry of Internal 101 00:08:28,840 --> 00:08:35,240 Affairs warns against using online dating services, as they could be exploited for information 102 00:08:35,240 --> 00:08:37,240 gathering. 103 00:08:37,240 --> 00:08:43,240 Popular US dating apps like Tinder and Hinge are not available in Russia, as Match Group 104 00:08:43,240 --> 00:08:47,280 withdrew from the market in 2023. 105 00:08:47,280 --> 00:08:53,360 Authorities also advised against posting footage from dash cams or using unprotected home security 106 00:08:53,360 --> 00:08:58,040 cameras to prevent strategic information from being accessed. 107 00:08:58,040 --> 00:09:03,200 Entertainment news. 108 00:09:03,200 --> 00:09:09,320 Chick-fil-A plans to launch a video streaming service, focusing on family-friendly content, 109 00:09:09,320 --> 00:09:11,720 according to Deadline. 110 00:09:11,720 --> 00:09:18,800 The fast food chain is reportedly paying up to $400,000 per half hour for unscripted content, 111 00:09:18,800 --> 00:09:22,600 and is working with major production companies. 112 00:09:22,600 --> 00:09:26,560 Producer Brian Gibson has been recruited to head programming. 113 00:09:26,560 --> 00:09:31,640 Chick-fil-A is also in discussions to license a family-friendly game show, and has ordered 114 00:09:31,640 --> 00:09:36,660 10 episodes of an unnamed show from Sugar 23. 115 00:09:36,660 --> 00:09:41,480 This move comes as the streaming industry faces a boiling point, with increased options 116 00:09:41,480 --> 00:09:45,360 and price hikes leading to frequent subscription cancellations. 117 00:09:45,360 --> 00:09:51,720 Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote of the day. 118 00:09:51,720 --> 00:09:59,840 And today, our quote comes from the 26th president and conservationist, Theodore Roosevelt. 119 00:09:59,840 --> 00:10:00,840 And he said, 120 00:10:00,840 --> 00:10:07,200 It is only through labor and painful effort, by grim energy and resolute courage, that 121 00:10:07,200 --> 00:10:10,840 we move on to better things. 122 00:10:10,840 --> 00:10:13,360 And that's a wrap for this morning. 123 00:10:13,360 --> 00:10:19,440 You can check out our Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok for some captivating aerial videos, 124 00:10:19,440 --> 00:10:21,880 with local news and the surf reports. 125 00:10:21,880 --> 00:10:24,760 Have an amazing day, my good friends. 126 00:10:24,760 --> 00:10:41,560 We'll see you tomorrow with another episode of Sunny Mornings in Encinitas.