Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.In the past few months, there has been a significant increase in the everyday use of generative artificial intelligence such as ChatGPT and other large language models, according to website trackers. When using generative AI … [Read more...] about Opinion: Artificial Intelligence Perpetuates Environmental Injustice
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PCH History is 21 Miles of Controversy
Editor’s note: Running through all 21 miles of Malibu, PCH is a backdrop to daily life and community tragedy. We chose to name this series, “PCH: A Perfect Storm” to encapuslate the beautiful scenery and the deadly risks that face those who use this road. The inspiration for the title of this series came from an October 2023 interview with Michel Shane who lost his daughter, … [Read more...] about PCH History is 21 Miles of Controversy
Volunteers, Sen. Ben Allen Tackle Ocean Pollution at Coastal Cleanup Day
Package ran live for NewsWaves 32 on Sept. 24.Hundreds of volunteers, including California District 24 Senator Ben Allen, joined Heal the Bay's 35th Annual Coastal Cleanup Day on Sept. 21, picking up trash to combat coastal pollution. Over 50 cleanup sites scattered throughout California raked in hundreds of pounds worth of trash, Tracy Quinn, CEO of Heal the Bay, … [Read more...] about Volunteers, Sen. Ben Allen Tackle Ocean Pollution at Coastal Cleanup Day
Opinion: Bring a Reusable Cup for Your Daily Grind
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. If you are a caffeine addict like me — and find it difficult to resist the allure of every tea or coffee house you pass — consider bringing a personal mug for all the drinks you enjoy, benefiting both yourself and the … [Read more...] about Opinion: Bring a Reusable Cup for Your Daily Grind
Opinion: Pepperdine Alumni Visits United Nations Climate Change Conference
Transparency Item: This article is written by a guest contributor for the Graphic about her personal experience at this event. Angelea Hayes is a Pepperdine alumna ('22) who is a climate activist from Burbank, Calif. A year ago, I watched the global climate negotiations take place from afar. At the time, I was struggling with severe climate anxiety. I was grieving the loss of … [Read more...] about Opinion: Pepperdine Alumni Visits United Nations Climate Change Conference