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The problem with people: how more tourists and a growing population are taking their toll on the Galápagos islands

Overfishing, invasive species and rubbish mountains are putting a strain on the islands’ delicate ecosystems

The Guardian - UK

A teen lured an 8-year-old to his home with ice cream, then raped and murdered her. Now, he may go free.

Local officials oppose perpetrator Adrian Jerry Gonzalez’s release from youth prison

The Independent UK

Riding a classic MTB from a few years ago taught me a lot about what really matters when buying a new bike

Riding an old Santa Cruz Tallboy mountain bike really opened tech expert, Guy Kesteven's, eyes on recent bike progression and long-term value versus short term 'bargains'

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Shirtless hiker missing for 10 days in Santa Cruz Mountains survived on berries and creek water

Lukas McClish thought he’d only be gone for three hours, and was equipped only with a flashlight and scissors

Advnture

Santa Cruz Heckler SL review – is this the Californian brand's most fun e-mountain bike ever?

Santa Cruz’s latest mid-weight, MX wheel e–MTB is an absolute riot on the trails but is the Fazua motor a potential weak link in terms of all-weather play time?

Bike Perfect

UC Santa Cruz Reports Many Arrests At Pro-Palestinian Demonstration

Pro-Palestinian demonstration at UC Santa Cruz leads to arrests. Global protests on Israeli-Palestinian conflict continue.

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Santa Cruz Tallboy GX AXS RSV review – rapid trail bike with a reputation for extra DH capability

The Tallboy 5 is Santa Cruz’s 120mm rear/130mm front travel trail machine that aims to prove one bike really can do it all

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Beloved surfboard-stealing otter seen in California after disappearing for months

Photos of otter 841, who gave birth to a pup last year, show her floating over holiday weekend in popular Santa Cruz surfing spot

The Guardian - US

Santa Cruz Warriors named G-League ‘Franchise of the Year’

The Golden State Warriors G-League affiliate won the award for the third time in four years.

USA Today Sports Media Group

‘Currents bring life – and plastics’: animals of Galápagos live amid mounds of waste

As diplomats search for a deal to curb the world’s growing problem of plastic, piles of bottles, buoys, nets and packaging keep building up in what should be a pristine environment

The Guardian - UK

The New Hyundai Santa Cruz will be Even More Capable

A refreshed version of the small pickup truck will debut at the 2024 New York Auto Show.

Motor1

Recap: OKC Blue scores franchise-record points in 160-107 win over Santa Cruz Warriors

Recap: OKC Blue scores franchise-record points in 160-107 win over Santa Cruz Warriors.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Danny MacAskill and Steve Peat put their Santa Cruz e-MTBs to the ultimate test on the Isle of Skye, Scotland

The mountain biking legends team up for the challenge of the Trotternish Ridge in MacAskill's latest YouTube epic

Bike Perfect

‘We love our piers’: storms and rising seas threaten California’s coastal landmarks

From San Diego to Capitola, historic piers have taken a beating, and cities plan their rebuilds – strategically

The Guardian - US

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Kresge College by Studio Gang features flowing curves and a connection with nature

Studio Gang has unveiled the flowing curves of its Kresge College expansion plans at the University of California in Santa Cruz

The Guardian - US

Second world war-era practice bomb found on California beach

Recent storms wash up rusted device along coast of Pajaro dunes in Santa Cruz county

Bike Perfect

Bespoken Word – is the death knell tolling for MTB innovation in the bike industry?

Guy Kesteven reckons that some of the best and most important bikes out there are in danger of becoming extinct. So how do we keep freaky alive so innovation can thrive?

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Santa Cruz 5010 GX AXS RSV review – the best handling trail bike you can buy?

Santa Cruz says its new 5010 is "the best handling trail bike ever" but what do our expert testers say?

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Greg Minnaar leaves Santa Cruz Syndicate after 16 years – so what's next for the greatest downhiller of all-time?

If the rumors are to be believed, the GOAT is signing for the Norco Downhill Team for 2024

Cycling Weekly

Ice baths, prescribed burns, mandatory tattoos: Santa Cruz hosted the most raucous World Championships of the year

The shenanigans of the 2023 Single Speed Cyclocross World Championships through words and photos

Bike Perfect

The latest version of Santa Cruz's legendary V10 downhill bike has an insanely adjustable frame

Santa Cruz gives you more control over how the V10 rides with three three-position flip-chips to fine-tune the geometry

The Independent UK

Scientists reveal why California’s angriest otter has mellowed out

The five-year-old animal had gained a reputation as ‘California’s angriest otter’ after she was captured on social media attacking surfers in Santa Cruz and biting their boards

The Guardian - US

841+1: beloved mischievous otter who swiped surfboards gives birth to pup

California otter known for harassing Santa Cruz surfers and eluding capture seen floating with her baby lying on her belly

The Guardian - UK

Deforestation in Bolivia has jumped by 32% in a year. What is going on?

Everything points to more, not less, tree clearance, as country’s fastest-growing region embraces intensive agriculture

Motor1

Hyundai Santa Cruz Only Needed "Minimal" Off-Road Mods For Rebelle Rally

It has a 1.5-inch suspension lift at the front, bigger tires, and a skid plate.

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