Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in Encinitas. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Thursday, August 21st. You'll be interested
to know. 66 years ago today, in 1959, Hawaii
was officially admitted as the 50th state of
the United States. This momentous occasion marked
the culmination of a long journey from the overthrow
of the Hawaiian monarchy in 1893 and subsequent
annexation by the United States in 1898. The
strategic importance of Hawaii during World War
II, particularly after the attack on Pearl Harbor,
highlighted its value to the United States. So
now you know. And now... It's time for the surf
report. Thursday in Encinitas and North County.
This morning it's looking clean with waves around
three plus feet. Conditions stay consistent through
the morning, but by noon it's just as choppy
as the wind picks up to eight miles per hour.
Expect fair conditions in the afternoon with
the wind holding at eight to nine miles per hour.
This time to ride is at 6 a .m. with a 2 -foot
incoming mid -tide when the south -southwest
swell is 2 feet at 14 seconds and the onshore
wind is 2 mile per hour. The first high tide
on Thursday will be four and a half feet at 930
a .m. followed by a 2 -foot low tide at 230.
The nearshore buoy at Beacons reads 72 degrees
for the water temperature. Starting Friday, expect
clean conditions with waves around 2 to 3 feet,
gradually building to 3 plus feet by midday.
Saturday sees a continuation of similar sizes,
but just to choppy conditions as winds pick up.
By Sunday, a steady increase in swell brings
consistent three -plus foot sets, with cleaner
faces early, making it the standout day of the
period. This morning, there's patchy fog, and
it feels like 72 degrees, with no wind. The sunset
will take place at 729, and it will rise again
tomorrow at 618. It looks like we're in for some
patchy fog this morning, clearing up by mid -morning.
with partly sunny skies and a high near 72, along
with a light breeze. Tonight, expect more patchy
fog after 11, mostly cloudy, with a low of 69
and very light winds. Looking ahead in the weather,
expect partly sunny skies with patchy fog in
the mornings, highs in the low 70s, and mostly
cloudy nights with lows in the upper 60s to low
70s. 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 mornings
send you. In local news, San Diegans now have
an easier way to report fraudulent or unlawful
business practices, thanks to the district attorney's
office. The office has enhanced its consumer
protection complaint process. allowing residents
to submit issues related to such practices through
an online form. For those who prefer in -person
assistance, consumer protection experts are available
at the DA's Care Center in National City and
One Safe Place, the North County Family Justice
Center in San Marcos. District Attorney Summer
Steffen emphasized the commitment to supporting
the San Diego community and streamlining the
reporting process. ensuring that all consumers
know how to report suspected fraud. Now onto
sports. The PGA Tour is set for gigantic changes
as Tiger Woods leads a new committee aimed at
modernizing the Tour. Woods, who has seen the
sport evolve over his three decades, is tackling
the challenge of reshaping how the Tour operates.
With potential changes like fewer events and
higher stakes, the goal is to get the biggest
stars competing together more often. Wood stated,
nothing's off the table, emphasizing the need
for a clean sheet of paper. As the Tour navigates
competition from LIV Golf, its leadership remains
committed to enhancing the sport while balancing
player interests. In local sports, Last night
at Petco Park, the Padres beat the Giants 8 -1.
Winning pitcher Sears went six innings, getting
up one run with one walk and eight strikeouts.
Home runs came from Sheets and Machado, with
O 'Hern adding one as well. The Friars tally
10 hits and had zero errors. The Padres now stand
at 71 -56, leaving the Giants behind. Tonight...
The Padres face the Giants again for the final
game of the series. Dylan Cease is 5 -11, with
a 4 .61 earned run average, faces Justin Verlander,
who is 1 -9 with a 4 .23. First pitch is at 1
-10 at Petco Park under clear skies and 80 degrees.
In top news, In Silicon Valley, a growing obsession
with creating smarter babies is emerging among
tech executives. Many are investing tens of thousands
of dollars in genetic testing services that promise
to screen embryos for intelligence. Sweep Ensign
Tilson, a mathematician, leads the Berkeley Genomics
Project, advocating for this new frontier. Matchmakers
are pairing tech leaders with high IQ partners.
further fueling this trend. However, biathesis
warn about the implications of genetic selection,
questioning fairness, and unintended consequences.
While some believe it could lead to higher intelligence,
experts caution that current methods only predict
modest improvements in cognitive ability. In
business news, the United States labor force
is shrinking at alarming rates. signaling potential
economic disaster. Over the past three months,
the country has lost 790 ,000 workers, a significant
drop in immigration and challenges like high
childcare costs or contributing factors. Companies
are struggling to hire talent, particularly in
the tech sector, where giants like Meta and Microsoft
are vying for limited resources. However, many
businesses may soon scale back hiring, impacting
consumer spending, which drives nearly 70 % of
the economy. Without smart policy changes, reversing
this trend seems unlikely. In crypto movement,
Bitcoin is up half a percent to just over $114
,000. Ethereum is up 4 % to just over $4 ,300.
And XRP is up 2 % to $2 .93. 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
tech. Google recently made a bold statement regarding
its Pixel 10 Pro Fold, emphasizing that IP68
protection does not last forever. The company
clarified that no phone is completely waterproof
or dustproof as sealants degrade over time, especially
when exposed to salt or chlorine or after physical
damage. Additionally, liquid damage is not covered
under warranty. This candid admission is rare
among manufacturers. Huckel shared the details
in advertising materials, highlighting the reality
of folding glass technology and the plastic screen
protectors often included with folding phones.
For more insights, tune in to The Vergecast,
a flagship podcast from The Verge. An Officer
and a Spy marks Roman Polanski's return to U
.S. theaters after its 2019 release in France.
This historical drama, retitled from the original
French, centers on the Dreyfus Affair, a notorious
case of antisemitism. Captain Alfred Dreyfus,
portrayed by Louis Guerrel, is imprisoned based
on questionable evidence. The film follows George
Pickford, played by Jean Dujardin, who discovers
crucial evidence that could exonerate Dreyfus.
Although Polanski's past has drawn scrutiny,
this film showcases his directorial prowess.
With a gripping narrative and powerful themes
of justice, an officer and a spy stands as a
significant cinematic achievement. Well, alrighty
folks, it's time for the quote of the day. And
today, our quote comes from the American writer
and futurist, Alvin Toffler. And he said, the
great growling engine of change, technology is
transforming our world and the way we live. 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.