Good morning and a warm welcome to your show,
Sunny Mornings in Encinitas. I'm your host, Melissa,
and it's Monday, November 17th. You'll be interested
to know. 52 years ago, today, in 1973, President
Richard Nixon delivered a forceful public statement
declaring, I'm not a crook, while defending his
conduct amid intense political scrutiny and legal
questioning. That moment crystallized a leaders'
resolve to assert accountability and shaped public
discourse on trust in government, prompting new
expectations for transparency and ethical reform.
So now you know. And now, it's time for the Surf
Report. Monday in Encinitas. This morning it's
looking clean with two feet from the south -southwest
ground swell. Conditions will shift to fair by
mid -morning, then become choppy as the winds
pick up to sideshore around 5 to 12 miles per
hour through the afternoon. Expect the swell
to hold steady at 2 feet all day. Best time to
ride is at 7 a .m., with a 6 -foot high tide
when the south -southwest swell is 1 1⁄2 feet
at 13 seconds, and the offshore wind is 4 miles
per hour. The nearshore buoy at Beacons reads
66 degrees for the water temperature. Conditions
start off fair with waves around 2 to 3 feet
and light winds on Tuesday. Wednesday sees cleaner
conditions with consistent 2 to 3 plus foot surf,
making it the best day of the period. By Thursday,
the surf drops to 1 to 2 feet with choppy conditions
and stronger winds, leading to less favorable
surf overall. This morning, there's a slight
chance of rain showers, and it feels like 61
degrees, with 5 mile per hour wind. The sunset
will take place at 446, and will rise again tomorrow
at 626. It looks like we're in for some rain
showers today, mostly cloudy skies, and a high
near 63, with a light southeast breeze around
5 to 10 miles per hour, so keep the umbrella
handy. Tonight. Expect more rain showers, mostly
cloudy conditions, a low around 55, and a brisk
west wind at 10 to 20 miles per hour, gusting
up to 25. Looking ahead in the weather. Rain
showers are likely Tuesday with mostly cloudy
skies and a high near 58, with a west wind near
5 to 10 miles per hour and rainfall amounts between
a quarter and a half inch possible. A lingering
chance of showers continues Tuesday night with
a low near 52. Then, Wednesday turns sunny with
temperatures climbing to near 59 before scattered
chances of rain return Thursday and linger into
Friday, with highs around 60 and lows in the
low 50s. 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, Caltrans will close
a portion of Highway 78 overnight from Tuesday,
November 18th through Sunday, November 23rd for
bridge demolition near Mar Vista Drive. This
closure will take place between 10 p .m. and
5 a .m. as part of ongoing improvements to a
17 .7 -mile stretch of Highway 78. funded by
the $126 million Caltrans SR78 asset management
project. Drivers can expect detours with signs
posted and flaggers directing traffic onto the
eastbound on ramp. Both westbound and eastbound
lanes will be closed on various days, and residents
should anticipate increased traffic and construction
noise. For real -time updates, visit quickmap
.dot .ca .gov. Now on to sports. The Eagles sealed
a victory with help of a late pass interference
call. Rakiasen was in shock after being called
for pass interference late in the fourth quarter,
giving the Eagles a first down to seal the game.
Jalen Hurts scored the only touchdown in an otherwise
weak effort from the Philadelphia Eagles offense,
leading them to a 16 -9 win over the Detroit
Lions. The Eagles are the only team in the NFC
East with more than three wins, putting them
in contention for the top seed in the conference.
The Lions failed to convert on five fourth -down
attempts. In local sports, the Los Angeles Chargers
are feeling disappointed following their Week
11 loss against the Jacksonville Jaguars. They
are heading home with bags over their heads after
a 35 -6 loss inside Everbank Stadium. The Chargers
struggled to find a rhythm on offense, while
the Jags took full advantage, running for 192
yards and scoring four touchdowns on the ground.
Although quarterback Justin Herbert returned
after an injury, the team faces challenges in
the playoff picture in the American Football
Conference. They will return to the field in
week 13 against the Las Vegas Raiders, with kickoff
scheduled for 1 -25. In top news, it is time
to retire the Lufa. While using one can feel
satisfying, it might be doing more harm than
good. Facial plastic surgeon Lara Duggan stated
that lufas trap dead skin cells, water, and bacteria.
This creates a perfect environment for microbes,
increasing the risk of breakouts and skin inflammation.
Dermatologist Toral Vadia warned that over -exfoliation
can strip the skin of its natural oils. For best
results, use your hands or a soft washcloth.
In business news, the Federal Reserve will release
its October meeting minutes on Wednesday. as
chances of a December quarter -point rate cut
have declined. This week, companies in the spotlight
include Klarna, Medtronic, and TJX. Stocks jumped
this past Monday on hopes the U .S. government
shutdown would end, then lost most gains by Thursday
when the government officially reopened. Equity
suffered from hawkish comments, as several Federal
Open Market Committee members indicated a rate
cut would be unnecessary. Traders now price in
a 43 % chance for a quarter -point rate cut by
year -end, down from 66 % a week ago. Retailers
including Home Depot and Walmart will announce
earnings this week. In crypto movement, Bitcoin
is down 3 % over the weekend to $95 ,000. Ethereum
is up 1 % to just under $3 ,200. And XRP is down
2%. to $2 .25. 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. Scientists have discovered
a way to reverse kidney damage, leading experts
to claim we are in a golden age for treating
chronic kidney disease. Nicholas Palacios received
devastating news on his daughter's first birthday
in July 2020, when he learned he was facing stage
4 kidney disease. After medications halted his
decline, he participated in a clinical trial
for Terspotide, a GLP -1 receptor agonist. His
kidney function improved significantly, allowing
him to live without dialysis or a transplant.
Palacio's transformation reflects a broader trend,
with new treatments showing promise for chronic
kidney disease. Researchers now envision a potential
cure for kidney disease, marking a significant
shift in treatment options. The film Now You
See Me, Now You Don't swiped the top spot on
global box office charts with over $75 million.
It also took first place in the domestic marketplace,
earning $54 .2 million from 64 territories. Released
nearly a decade after its predecessor, the film
performed well internationally, particularly
in China, South Korea, France, and the United
Kingdom. Demon Slayer Kometsu no Yaiba Infinity
Castle opened in China with $52 .4 million, bringing
its total to nearly $730 million. Paramount's
The Running Man collapsed at the box office,
earning $17 million, domestically and $11 million
internationally, significantly below its $110
million budget. Warner Brothers won battle after
another, crossed the $200 million mark globally,
but its production and marketing costs put it
deeply in the hole. Well, all righty, folks.
It's time for the quote of the day. And today,
our quote comes from the American journalist
and author, Walter Lippmann. And he said, 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.