Malibu is constantly changing under the effects of natural disasters and harsh weather. A recent swell caused by El Niño and a Kelvin wave caused flooding at Zuma Beach on Oct. 12. Photos by Amanda MonahanGriffin Barrett has spent his entire life in Malibu waters.Living in nearby Studio City until he was 10, Barrett spent every weekend surfing in Malibu. After moving to … [Read more...] about Erosion to Renewal: A Lifetime Spent Protecting the Pacific
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Opinion: Stop Buying Fast Fashion
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. A person’s style is often a defining characteristic of how you picture them. The kinds of clothes they wear, the choices between a graphic or non-graphic tee and more form an external image that many people care … [Read more...] about Opinion: Stop Buying Fast Fashion
Bill Weir talks solutions at Climate Calling 2025
Bill Weir, CNN Chief Climate correspondent, addresses an audience of Pepperdine students and Malibu residents in Elkins Auditorium April 3. Following his speech, a Q&A session allowed attendees to engage with him on climate-related topics. Photo by Nora Moriarty-McLaughlinBill Weir, CNN's chief climate correspondent and Seaver College alumnus ('90), returned to his alma … [Read more...] about Bill Weir talks solutions at Climate Calling 2025
Opinion: Artificial Intelligence Perpetuates Environmental Injustice
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
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