Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in Encinitas. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Monday, May 19th. You'll be interested
to know, 104 years ago today in 1921, the United
States Congress passed the Emergency Quota Act,
establishing national quotas on immigration.
This landmark legislation marked a significant
shift in American immigration policy, introducing
numerical limits based on nationality. While
it reflected the complexities of its time, the
Act also set the stage for future discussions
and reforms, highlighting the nation's evolving
approach to diversity and inclusion. So now you
know. And now, it's time for the SURF Report.
Monday in Encinitas and North County. It's looking
clean this morning with knee -to -waist high
sets rolling in. Weights hold around 2 to 3 feet
throughout the morning, providing good conditions.
Expect the winds to remain onshore at 1 to 3
mph, keeping the surface nice and smooth for
your early session. Enjoy the morning surf while
it lasts. Best time to ride is at 6 a .m. with
a 2 -foot outgoing mid -tide, when the west -northwest
swell is 3 feet at 9 seconds and the onshore
wind is 1 mile per hour. The first low tide Monday
will be 0 foot at 9 .30 a .m., with a 3 .5 foot
high tide at 5. The nearshore buoy at Beacons
reads 65 degrees for the water temperature. Tuesday
through Thursday features consistent clean conditions
with waves ranging from 1 to 3 feet. Morning
sessions offer excellent glassy conditions and
light winds, ideal for beginners. Afternoon winds
shift to fair and choppy, diminishing overall
quality. Thursday sees a slight increase in size,
providing fun rideable waves. Overall, expect
mellow surf with potential for longer rides during
the mornings. This morning it's mostly sunny
and it feels like 60 degrees with 8 mile per
hour wind. The sunset will take place at 7 .46
and it will rise again tomorrow at 5 .46. It
looks like we're in for a mostly sunny Monday
with temperatures reaching around 65 and a light
breeze from the southwest. Tonight, expect mostly
clear skies with a low of 61 and gentle winds.
Looking ahead in the weather, expect sunny skies
on Tuesday and Wednesday with highs near 68 and
light southwest winds. Nights will be partly
cloudy with lows around 63 and mostly cloudy
on Thursday and Friday nights with a low near
60. Bonjour, 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. Sunny Morning
sent you. In local news, a controversial $125
million deal between California and Google aimed
at supporting local journalism is already set
to shrink before any funds have been delivered.
Governor Gavin Newsom proposed cutting the state's
initial payment from $30 million to $10 million
due to budget shortfalls. This move has outraged
local news advocates, questioning Google's commitment
to its matching funds. The deal struck last August,
lacked signed agreements, relying on public promises
instead. As media companies face significant
job losses, The reduction in funding raises concerns
about the future of journalism in California.
Now on to sports. Scotty Scheffler, the world's
number one, has claimed his second major title
of the season at the PGA Championship, winning
by five strokes at Quail Hollow in Charlotte,
North Carolina. Despite not being at his best,
Scheffler secured victory with an impressive
11 under par. This win marks his third major
championship. After a shaky start where he briefly
lost his five -stroke lead, Scheffler regained
his composure, showcasing his dominance. He has
held the top ranking since May 2023 and is now
halfway to a career Grand Slam with the U .S.
and British Opens approaching. in local sports.
Yesterday afternoon in San Diego, the Mariners
defeated the Padres 6 -1. San Diego's lone highlight
was a solo homer by Tatis Jr. in the first inning,
while a Rosarino's three -run blast in the fourth
secured the win for Seattle. King struggled,
taking a loss after allowing five runs over five
and one -third innings. The Friars now stand
at... 27 -18. Tomorrow afternoon, the Friars
take on the Blue Jays in Toronto for Game 1 of
a three -game series. Dillon sees, with a 4 .60
ERA, faces Chris Bassett, boasting a 3 .16 ERA.
First pitch is at 4 .07 at the Rogers Center,
under the dome. In top news, our return to office
mandate. is a subtle way for companies to encourage
employees to quit. This theory, once dismissed
as cynical, is gaining traction. For instance,
Amazon's decision to end hybrid work prompted
an executive to say, there are other companies
around. Similar sentiments were echoed by Elon
Musk, who welcomed a wave of voluntary terminations.
While some firms believe that in -person work
boosts productivity, it risks losing top talent.
Research shows that hybrid work enhances engagement
and retention. Companies might consider adopting
more flexible policies to retain their best employees
while navigating these challenging times. In
business news, Verizon's $20 billion merger with
Frontier, a fiber internet provider, has received
approval from the Federal Communications Commission.
This agreement allows Verizon to upgrade and
expand Frontier's fiber networks, aiming to connect
1 million homes annually. The deal was contingent
upon Verizon's commitment to ending diversity
equity and inclusion practices, as stated by
SCC Chair Brendan Carr. Verizon will eliminate
human resources roles focused on DEI and remove
related terminology from employee training. This
merger also allows Verizon to reclaim parts of
its fiber business, sold in 2015, which will
enhance connectivity in various communities.
In crypto movement, Bitcoin is up 0 .5 % over
the weekend to about $105 ,000. Ethereum is down
7 % to just under $2 ,400. And Goatseys Maximus
is down 1 % to $0 .15. 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 science. A recent study reveals
that a genetic mutation allows some individuals
to thrive on just four hours of sleep. While
most require about eight to nine hours to feel
rested, this short sleep mutation enables people
to function well after only three to six hours.
Neuroscientist Yinghuo Fu discovered a new mutation
affecting the gene, which plays a role in regulating
metabolism and circadian rhythm. This research,
published in the journal Proceedings of the National
Academy of Sciences, may lead to new treatments
for sleep disorders, enhancing our understanding
of sleep's genetic foundations. Entertainment
News Christopher Nolan's upcoming film, The Odyssey,
will make history as the first feature film shot
entirely on IMAX film. The company had to create
new film cameras to achieve this groundbreaking
feat. While Avengers Infinity War was the first
film shot using IMAX hardware, the Odyssey stands
up for using film rather than digital technology.
IMAX CEO Rich Gelfand shared that the project
began with a challenge from Nolan, who urged
IMAX to innovate. The new cameras are lighter,
quieter, and will eventually be available to
other filmmakers after the Odyssey completes
production. Well, alrighty folks, it's time for
the quote of the day. And today, our quote comes
from the British naturalist and geologist, Charles
Darwin. And he said, It is not the strongest
of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent,
but the one most responsive to change. 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.