Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in Encinitas. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Thursday, August 14th. You'll be interested
to know, 80 years ago today, in 1945, President
Harry S. Truman announced Japan's unconditional
surrender, effectively ending World War II. This
monumental event marked the conclusion of a global
conflict that had spanned six years, bringing
relief and hope to millions worldwide. The end
of the war paved the way for reconstruction,
international cooperation, and the establishment
of institutions dedicated to promoting peace
and security, such as the United Nations. So
now you know. And now, it's time for the Surf
Report. Thursday in Encinitas and North County.
It's looking clean this morning with stomach
to shoulder high waves around 3 to 4 plus feet.
Conditions stay fair as the day goes on with
winds shifting onshore at 6 mph by late morning.
Expect semi -glassy to semi -bumpy conditions
in the afternoon as winds pick up from the west
-southwest at 5 to 10 mph. Best time to ride
is at 6 a .m. with a 2 -foot outgoing low tide,
when the southwest swell is 2 .5 feet at 15 seconds
and the side shore wind is 2 mph. The first low
tide on Thursday will be 1 .5 foot at 6 .45 a
.m., followed by a 5 .5 feet high tide at 1 .30.
The nearshore buoy at Beacons reads 73 degrees
for the water temperature. Choppy conditions
persist Friday, with waves ranging from 2 to
4 feet, and south winds around 7 to 12 miles
per hour. Saturday sees similar sizes, but conditions
remain fair in the morning before shifting to
choppy by noon. Sunday offers the most consistent
surf, with 2 -plus -foot waves and cleaner faces
as winds ease throughout the day. making it the
standout day of the period. This morning, it's
cloudy and it feels like 70 degrees with 5 mile
per hour wind. The sunset will take place at
7 .36 and it will rise again tomorrow at 6 .14.
It looks like we're in for some partly sunny
weather today with a high near 70 and a light
southwest breeze. Tonight. Expect mostly cloudy
skies with a low around 66 and calm winds. Looking
ahead in the weather. Expect partly sunny skies
through Monday with highs near 68 to 69. Nights
will be mostly cloudy with lows around 65 to
66. Enjoy the mild weather. Bonjour, food enthusiasts!
This podcast is brought to you by Versailles
Cafe and Pastries in Encinitas. Nestled on El
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Sunny Morning sent you. In local news, on January
1st, a new daylighting law took effect in San
Diego aimed at enhancing visibility for drivers
and pedestrians by prohibiting parking within
20 feet of any marked or unmarked crosswalk.
However, confusion still lingers among some San
Diegans regarding the specifics of the law. Residents
of normal heights suggest clearer signage to
inform drivers about the restrictions. A parking
enforcement supervisor emphasizes that the rule
applies to both marked and unmarked crosswalks.
Since enforcement began in March around 4 ,200
tickets have been issued potentially generating
$3 million in revenue for the city. Now on to
sports. Fans seeking tickets for the 2025 Little
League World Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania,
should pay close attention to the fine print.
The tournament features 20 top junior teams from
around the globe, and while attendance is advertised
as free, there are important stipulations. Access
to Howard J. LeMade Stadium and Volunteer Stadium
is granted on a first -come, first -served basis,
but some sections require special passes. During
championship weekend, only ticket holders can
enjoy the final games. Fans without tickets will
have to watch from a distant hill. In local sports,
Yesterday afternoon at Oracle Park in San Francisco,
the Padres beat the Giants 11 -1. Nick Pavetta
pitched six and two -thirds strong innings, allowing
one run with eight strikeouts. Ramon Laureano
had three runs batted in, including a homer.
The Friars finished with 14 hits and no errors,
leaving eight runners on base. San Diego's record
improves to 69 -52. Completing a three -game
sweep in the series over the Giants, much to
the enjoyment of my good friend Dan, who always
catches my mistakes. Tomorrow afternoon, the
Padres clash with the Dodgers in Los Angeles
for game one of a three -game series. Pitchers
have yet to be determined. First pitch is at
7 -10 with clear skies and a comfortable 75 degrees
expected. it's going to be a battle for first
place in the West. In top news, AT &T will pay
$177 million in a class action settlement following
alleged data breaches last year. In one incident
on March 30th, 2024, sensitive customer data,
including addresses and social security numbers,
was exposed on the dark web. Another breach occurred
on July 12th, 2024, where limited data was illegally
downloaded. Customers affected by the first incident
can claim up to $5 ,000, while those impacted
by the second may receive up to $2 ,500. The
claim deadline is November 18, 2025. In business
news, Bitcoin has reached a record high, climbing
to $124 ,000. as expectations for easier monetary
policy from the Federal Reserve fueled its rise.
The world's largest cryptocurrency surpassed
its previous peak from July, while the second
-largest token, Ether, soared to $4 ,780, the
highest since late 2021. Analyst Tony Sycamore
noted that a sustained break above $125 ,000
could send Bitcoin to $150 ,000. The favorable
regulatory environment, including an executive
order allowing crypto assets and retirement accounts,
has also contributed to this surge. Taking a
look at the most recent pricing, Bitcoin is up
0 .5 % to about $123 ,000. Ethereum is up 2 %
to just under $4 ,800. And XRP is up 3 % to $3
.33. 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,
Salina 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. In a world increasingly resembling the
film The Matrix, an MIT computer scientist suggests
we could be living in a simulation, estimating
the likelihood at approximately 70%. This assessment
comes from advancements in artificial intelligence
and virtual reality. The author cites examples
like Google View, which creates realistic videos
with AI -generated characters. and he i companions
from grok he argues that as technology progresses
the probability of reaching a simulation point
increases where virtual worlds become indistinguishable
from reality ultimately this raises the unsettling
question are we already inside a sophisticated
simulation entertainment news Taylor Swift is
excited to reveal her new album, The Life of
a Showgirl, set to release on October 3rd. During
the latest episode of New Heights, she unveiled
the album Cover, which showcases her floating
underwater, with the title in an orange, glittery
font. Co -produced with Max Martin and Shellback,
the album features 12 tracks, including a collaboration
with Sabrina Carpenter. Swift described the record
as an exploration of her inner life during her
tour, aiming for infectious melodies and vivid
lyrics. This is her 12th studio album, following
the Tortured Poets Department, released in 2024.
Well, alrighty folks, it's time for the quote
of the day. And today, our quote comes from the
American civil rights leader and activist, Martin
Luther King Jr. And he said, injustice anywhere
is a threat to justice everywhere, reminding
us that we are caught in an inescapable network
of mutuality tied in a single garment of destiny.
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.