January 23, 2025

SE03:EP016

In today's episode, we cover San Diego's historic dryness, with only 0.16 inches of rain since July, the driest January since 1850. Persistent Santa Ana winds are intensifying wildfires in Poway, Fallbrook, Bonsall, and Rancho Bernardo, while scientists explore links to La Niña. In sports, the 2025 NFL Draft sees Cam Ward favored as the first overall pick, potentially joining the Tennessee Titans, with Shedeur Sanders close behind. The Kings defeat the Panthers with Samuel Helenius scoring his first career goal. They face the Blue Jackets next, while the Lakers take on the Celtics, with LeBron James as a game-time decision. In business, Walgreens' $200 million "smart doors" initiative collapses due to technical failures, leading to legal battles with Cooler Screens. Meanwhile, China's securities regulator announces measures to boost the struggling stock markets. In science, Drexel University researchers develop self-heating concrete to reduce road salt usage, integrating paraffin wax to melt snow. In entertainment, Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds seek a gag order against Justin Baldoni’s lawyer amid allegations of harassment. Join us for these updates and more on today's episode.

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