A Hawaii resident who goes by The Captain recently shared a story on TikTok that illustrates how a small, clumsy moment in a hotel lounge may have saved his life. While at a planning conference in Jakarta, Indonesia, in 2009, he had requested a car, breakfast, and his bill to be ready early, but when he arrived at the front desk, nothing was prepared. He decided to head to the Airlangga Lounge…
Why the laulau at Super J's is worth the wait Most of what people call “Hawaiian food” on the Big Island isn’t. Most of what tourists eat is local food. …
On June 7 1839 the Hawaiian Declaration of Rights was signed. Proclaimed by Kamehameha III (Kauikeaouli) on June 7, 1839, the Declaration of Rights—often called Hawaiʻi’s first Bill of Rights—affirmed natural rights for both the makaʻāinana (people) and aliʻi (chiefs), including protection of life, limb, and property and freedom of worship. It marked a shift […]
Hawaii is a fascinating story in the clean energy transition. Isolated, but with abundant natural resources, the islands have a unique blend of opportunity, incredibly high prices of electricity made by imported fuels, and a historic reliance on fossil fuels, the result of path dependency and short-term solutions. The state ... [continued]
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This timeline traces key moments, movements and leaders that have shaped the fight for women’s rights in the United States and beyond. Compiled by editors at _Ms._ and researchers from the National Women’s History Alliance, it highlights the interconnected histories of feminism, abolition, labor organizing, civil rights, reproductive justice, LGBTQ+ liberation and democratic participation.
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Getty Honolulu is the first stop for most tourists heading to Hawaii. It’s the gateway for popular neighborhoods like Waikiki and further-out Oahu destinations, but also has unique districts like its historic downtown and Chinatown areas. Even if you spend most of your time lazing around Waikiki (fair enough), you might want to strike out further […]
We're not trying to tick anyone off, but it goes without saying where America's most beautiful paradise is. Take it from someone who lives in San Diego, a renowned “paradise” in its own right, but I'm fully aware my city doesn't hold a candle in comparison. It's not just because we lack aloha and islands …
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VINEYARD HAVEN, MASSACHUSETTS—The Vineyard Gazette reports that objects held at the Martha’s Vineyard Museum will […]
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The change will significantly impact their ability to cover participants' costs and may reduce trip lengths, say ASB organizers.
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Fresh fears have erupted in Hawaii after volcanic activity and a powerful earthquake put parts of the island chain under heightened alert monitoring. Officials are closely monitoring Kīlauea, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, following a series of recent eruptions that have produced lava fountains, ash clouds, and hazardous volcanic gases. The USGS Hawaiian […]
…even the pigeons seem tired There is a particular complexity in photographing a place or culture that is not entirely your own, especially one layered with histories and contradictions that exist outside your personal experience. Hawai‘i offers those contradictions for many photographers. How does one photograph a mythologized paradise, tourist destination, land that holds difficult histories?…
The job, which is associated with the Zuckerberg family office, is located in Kauai, Hawaii, where the Meta CEO owns a massive compound.
A new law makes clear that corporations derive their powers from states, and they don’t necessarily include the right to spend on elections.
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FBI Director Kash Patel is facing fresh scrutiny after two new reports revealed he participated in a “VIP” snorkeling excursion in Hawaii and traveled aboard an FBI jet to attend a luxury country music concert outing with his girlfriend. The episodes are deepening concerns about his use of government resources and the increasingly celebrity-inflected culture surrounding his leadership of the…
Good thing is it was captured on video.
New information has broken recently about Kash Patel going snorkling over the graves of the men of the Arizona at Pearl Harbor. To quote a Marine veteran, Hack Albertson, “It’s like having a bachelor party at a church. It’s hallowed ground,” Albertson told the AP. “It needs to be treated with the solemnity it deserves.” […]
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Go beyond a simple beach escape with a VIP vacation that incorporates the culture of the Hawaiian islands.
Follow and stream @GreenNewsReport!…(Or use “Click here to listen…” link below.) IN TODAY’S RADIO REPORT: As Trump’s War on Iran drags on, the administration floats suspending the federal gas tax; Trump’s War on Wind Energy is even broader than previously understood; Oil shocks pushing African nations deeper into EV transition; PLUS: Congressional Republicans and Trump […]
The most satisfying beating in recent Hawaiian history.
Witnesses filmed the cruel incident and called the police.
Prima l‘aggressione gratuita a un animale protetto, poi la reazione fulminea e violenta di un cittadino. È la sequenza ripresa in un video diventato virale che sta infiammando i social e la comunità di Lahaina, alle Hawaii. Secondo quanto ricostruito dalle autorità locali e dal “New York Post“, un turista 37enne di Seattle ha lanciato […]
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This tourist messed with the wrong seal.
Why would anyone do that?
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Las Vegas Jerkys, which has been operating inside the Plaza Hotel & Casino since '91, is embarking on opening a second Valley location.
An experienced rancher and his 2 neighbors recently conducted a harrowing rescue of 15 horses from chest-high floodwaters in the dead of night. When a stronger than usual Hawaiian wet season dumped disaster-level rains on Oahu’s normally-tranquil north shore, Tyler Smith was first on the scene. But it was a scene of disaster, and after […]
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Corporate wallets might finally face limits
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High bar or high drama?
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Discover the limited-edition OluKai x SPAM® collection inspired by Hawaii's iconic snack, SPAM® musubi. A blend of comfort and culture awaits!
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'Ulu at the Four Seasons Hualalai on the Big Island of Hawai'i. Four Seasons Hualālai (Photo: Dina Ávila)
In Hilo and the surrounding countryside, local-run establishments showcase a fundamental reverence for the land and sea.
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One of the best climate and environmental communicators of the last few decades, Bill McKibben, will be speaking at our Electric Home Show in Hawaii this weekend. To be honest, I wasn’t keen on promoting this much in advance, because the event is focused on helping people who live in ... [continued]
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