Malibu is an “earthquake hotbed” following the 3.9 magnitude earthquake that hit March 12, according to The Los Angeles Times. Since 2024, Southern California has experienced 15 earthquakes with a magnitude of over 4.0. This is the highest total seen in the last 65 years, according to a study released on CBS News, conducted by seismologist, Lucy Jones, who works for The … [Read more...] about Earthquakes Shake Malibu in Recent Series of Tremors
Wildfires Take Toll on Respiratory Health
The recent Los Angeles Wildfires have devastated land and destroyed over 12,000 homes and businesses, according to NBC Los Angeles. Hannah Root, a Pepperdine junior Vocal Performance major who has asthma, said the fires have made it hard for her to breathe. “I’ve had worsened conditions and a harder time breathing overall,” Root said. “I have been wearing a N95 mask … [Read more...] about Wildfires Take Toll on Respiratory Health
Rotating Team Rosters Affects Comradery, Effectiveness in Sports
In collegiate sports, there is a constantly rotating roster of players. Every year, new first-years join the team and experienced seniors leave. College athletes who experience this rotation said that although there is pressure to improve their athletic ability and fill the shoes of those who preceded them, having a positive outlook is ultimately what makes the change … [Read more...] about Rotating Team Rosters Affects Comradery, Effectiveness in Sports