Thursday November 20, 2025

In today's episode, we cover the surf conditions at Venice Beach, where clean waves at one plus foot and offshore winds make for ideal morning rides. By noon, expect choppy conditions as winds shift. USC faces a critical matchup against Oregon, with their playoff hopes hinging on overcoming a decimated running back unit. Bitcoin experiences a "death cross," plummeting to around $88,000, while Ethereum and XRP also see significant declines. The Social Security Administration reverses plans to limit disability benefits after backlash. Netflix's potential acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery could reshape theatrical releases, maintaining traditional cinema experiences. Tahoe's ski areas, Heavenly and Northstar, delay openings due to warm temperatures, while Kirkwood remains on track. In tech news, a retired professor suggests Homo floresiensis may still exist in Indonesia, challenging evolutionary assumptions. Weather forecasts predict patchy fog lifting by mid-morning, leading to partly sunny skies and a high of 75 degrees. Expect mostly cloudy skies tonight with a low of 66. Stay tuned for updates on these stories and more.

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