Wednesday October 08, 2025

In today's episode, we cover the alarming rise in sick sea lions along California beaches, with the Marine Mammal Center reporting 375 cases of leptospirosis since July. The outbreak, concentrated in Santa Cruz and Monterey, poses challenges for rescuers. In sports, Fernando Tatis Jr. is ordered to pay $3.7 million to Big League Advance following an arbitration ruling. The decision stems from a 2017 contract dispute over future earnings. The Cleveland Browns trade Joe Flacco to the Cincinnati Bengals, aiming to boost their draft stock while the Bengals seek veteran support amid Joe Burrow's absence. In business news, Kaiser Permanente faces a massive strike by healthcare workers in California and Hawaii over wages and staffing levels. The strike, set for October 14, could be the largest in the company's history. In tech, Deutsche Bank strategists suggest Bitcoin may join central banks' balance sheets by 2030, citing increased liquidity. Meanwhile, Google's Gemini 2.5 AI model showcases advanced web navigation capabilities. Lastly, Jennifer Lopez stars in "Kiss of the Spider Woman," receiving mixed reviews for her singing but praise for her acting and dancing.

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