San Diego FC's Semifinal Surge, Neanderthal DNA, Bitcoin Dip

Tuesday November 18, 2025

In today's episode, we cover San Diego FC's remarkable journey to the Western Conference Semifinals, defying expectations by facing Minnesota United FC at Snapdragon Stadium. We delve into the ongoing trial of pro-Palestinian protesters at Stanford University, highlighting the legal and financial stakes. Weather forecasts predict mostly cloudy skies with rain likely midweek, affecting outdoor plans. In sports, the San Francisco 49ers face challenges as kicker Eddy Pineiro and linebacker Tatum Bethune are sidelined due to injuries, impacting their lineup. In tech news, scientists have sequenced the DNA of the "last Neanderthal," revealing insights into their extinction. The analysis of "Thorin" suggests inbreeding and isolation from modern humans. Business news reports global economic impacts from President Trump's trade policies, with Japan and Switzerland experiencing GDP declines. In the crypto market, Bitcoin drops 4% to $91,000, Ethereum falls 5% to over $3,000, and XRP decreases slightly. These fluctuations reflect ongoing market volatility. Join us for an in-depth look at these stories and their implications.

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