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As President Henry B. Eyring, Second Counselor in the First Presidency, and other leaders responded to questions from BYU Hawaii students, a theme began to emerge: Individuals must learn to hear and act on the voice of the…

The Detroit Lions (4-6) are back home at Ford Field to take on the Buffalo Bills (7-3) on Thanksgiving Day. Let's take a closer look at the key things the Lions need to do against the Bills to continue their winning streak. Check out…

Hotels statewide in Hawaii reported higher RevPAR and Average Daily Rate (ADR) and occupancy rates in October 2022 compared to October 2021. Compared to October 2019 before the pandemic, statewide ADR and RevPAR were also higher, but…

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Increasing high pressure in the north will generate breezy to strong trade winds through Tuesday. Short-term showers are mainly expected over windward and mountainous areas. The current wind warning was extended…

Sometimes we take flight safety for granted. But we were just reminded by video when United Airlines Flight 811 from Honolulu was ripped apart in mid-air shortly after takeoff. A massive explosive decompression ejected several rows of…

On board the HMS beaglea sailboat anchored off Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz Island Galapagos, high school chefs plated a three-course meal resembling fine dining. At the table, women from different organizations discussed life on the famous…

Visiting Hawaii has been on my bucket list since I found out the islands existed. The beauty, the history and the people seemed like something to be seen, experienced and met. We had the fortunate opportunity to visit the…

WAILUKU (HawaiiNewsNow) -- Dozens of healthcare workers from Maui's main hospital held signs in Kahului on Wednesday.About 75 Maui Memorial Medical Center workers lined Kaahumanu Avenue near Puunene Avenue demanding better pay to cover…

I'm grateful that the Republicans-predicted "red tsunami" failed to take power at midpoint. One of the brightest points of the election was the GOP's rejection of Donald Trump's handpicked, underperforming candidates. Democrats…

Nov 15, 2022 12:16pm HST The Hawaii Tourism Board published the Maui Summer 2022 Progress Report providing updates on progress towards fulfilling the Maui Destination Management Action Plan, which is part of the Maui Nui Action Plan.…

Photo by Jason Lees/FOR Ka WaiOla That fall, organizers from the O'ahu water conservationists in Hawaii made the long journey to the White House to demand an immediate closure of Red Hill's fuel storage facility growing…

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Image courtesy of the Creative Lab Hawaii website. Creative Lab Hawai'i, established by the Creative Industries Division of the Hawaii State Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism to accelerate new business and…

The holidays are here, and that means the countdown to this year's holiday snaps has already started. Oof! If you're racking your brains every year to find cool new backgrounds for your photo card or annual Instagram post, don't worry.…

Hawaii's new first lady has an impressive resume and a backstory that would make a compelling memoir, but there's nothing pretentious about her. She comes across as warm, sincere and "down to earth" as she describes herself.…

The izakaya style is spreading at Nami Kaze. Photo: Thomas Obungen BAt brunch alone, I already considered Nami Kaze to be one of the best new restaurants in Honolulu in years. With a menu of honey walnut shrimp and waffles and…

If it gets its own spot on the New Jersey tourism map, then it has to exist. Right?A bill awaiting action in the New Jersey Legislature designates on paper a "Central Jersey" region, which would then need to be included in the state's…

Aloha United Way Women United awards $65,000 in grants to three nonprofits. Affinity group Aloha United Way, known as Women United, awarded three grants this fall to nonprofits that serve women and women-led families. The chapter is…

Something is wrong with Hawaii's education system. I'm 16 and a fresh pair of eyes for Hawaii, literally. I was homeschooled and attended public school, charter school, and private school. I was the star student and the kid with…

We've found the reason for the flight delays to Hawaii, which have been happening almost non-stop for the last six months. And unfortunately the news isn't great. Yesterday we heard from Hawaiian Airlines which is instructive and launched…

Mahalo for supporting Honolulu Star Advertiser. Have fun with this free story! Methamphetamine remains the deadliest drug on Oahu, bucking a national trend of rising deaths linked to fentanyl, a powerful…

A week before the end of the Hawaii general election, state and county election officials report that about 195,000 ballots were returned. That's over distributed more than 731,000 ballots to date, a response rate of around 27%.…

After a court case and lengthy settlement negotiations, the Maui resort of Grand Wailea has agreed to take steps to protect the endangered Hawaiian petrels, a medium-sized, nocturnal species of seabird also known as the "ua'u."…

flight attendant and the cabin crew of major international airlines are getting used to traveling the world and enjoying the lifestyle offered by airlines. A few stops are just enough to get enough rest before flying back to base.…

https://www.instagram.com/p/CkT9EvbSdry/ vanessalachey Verified Orange you're glad we escaped! But seriously, when Brooklyn said she wanted to "be like mom," my heart melted! Photo credit: Vanessa Lachey InstagramVanessa Lachey on…

Mahalo for supporting Honolulu Star Advertiser. Have fun with this free story! A career night for Hawaii middle blocker Amber Igiede marked a milestone win for Rainbow Wahine coach Robyn Ah Mow. Igiede and…

Halloween treats have a tricky problem: plastic packaging that's difficult to recycle. As America dumps an estimated 600 million pounds of candy for Halloween, a handful of companies are trying to make it easier to recycle all that…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZpCFy3eFVg VC: Lānaʻi Culture and Heritage Center The Lānaʻi Culture & Heritage Center today, as part of its centenary celebrations, presents a new virtual exhibit commemorating plantation life…

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This group of local tastemakers includes photographers, artists and designers, all of whom have left their mark on the revamped Waikiki Beachcomber. Each guest room features a life-size print by prolific surf photographer Zak Noyle,…

A key deadline to preserve and strengthen vital Pacific ties is fast approaching: The United States is close to renegotiating deals with Micronesia, the Marshall Islands and Palau as part of US efforts to counter China in the…

The Maui Arts & Cultural Center presents a return of the Hawai'i International Film Festival (HIFF) to Maui, presenting three films and a screening of six short films being screened at this year's main festival at its home base on…

The Maui News The public is encouraged to turn in their unused or expired medication for safe, anonymous disposal during the National Take-Back Initiative program. The…

October 23 - If you're interested in visiting Fiji - there are regular flights from Honolulu - you might want to check out Suva: A History & Guide.If you're interested in visiting Fiji - there are regular flights from Honolulu - you…

Kyiv, Ukraine >> Russian-installed authorities in Ukraine ordered all residents of the city of Kherson to leave “immediately” on Saturday before Ukrainian troops launch a counter-offensive to retake one of the first urban areas left…

LAHAINA – Lahaina Public Library and North Beach – West Maui Benefit Fund invite you to join local authors Ikaika Hussey and Jackie Palmer Lasky on Saturday, October 22…

(Kihei, HI) – Hop Cargo Fresh Hop IPA is now available at Maui Brewing Company's Kihei restaurant. Crafted in an epic collaboration with Bale Breaker Brewing Company, Yakima Chief Hops and Alaska Air, this freshly hopped beer offers the…

Longline fishing boats like this one in Honolulu Harbor in Hawaii must respect a large no-fishing zone off the west side of the archipelago.Credit: Sarah Medoff According to a study, large areas with…

Governor David Ige and an Israeli consulate-general today signed a "historic" agreement to share technology that could help Hawaii with desalination, generating water from "thin air", cybersecurity and…

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) -- Farmers, educators, researchers and entrepreneurs from across the Pacific came together to discuss the benefits of crops like breadfruit that could help address food security and sustainability concerns.The…

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) -- Light winds and mostly dry weather will continue Tuesday, with afternoon sea breezes bringing some clouds and some showers to inland and uphill areas. A cold front is expected to move across the western islands…

Blue Hawaii Stephanie Prange October 17, 2022 Elvis Presley's 1961 classic Blue Hawaii has been newly restored for its release on both 4K Ultra HD!-->!-->!-->…

To play on a famous line from a popular 1989 Hollywood film, will they come when they build it? More specifically, when the state of Hawaii rebuilds Aloha Stadium, will tens of thousands of football fans fill the seats to cheer on…

Maui has great resorts and lots of them. It also has a large and much-improved airport, and Valley Isle managed to attract the most flights (including wide-body aircraft) to Hawaii from any airport other than Honolulu. But now it has…

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) -- Hawaii's modern laws are quite progressive in protecting LGTBQ rights.But there was a dark period in the islands' history when this wasn't always the case. This chapter was known as the Glades era, when drag…

On September 20, Cyril Derreumaux completed his 4,444 km solo kayak expedition from California to Hawaii. He spent 91 days and nine hours paddling across the Pacific Ocean, becoming the second person to make the…

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Mainland products like Frito-Lay's Maui Style Chips and Keurig Dr. Pepper's Hawaiian Punches benefit from the Hawaii brand even though they are unaffiliated with the state. Outside businesses are adopting the Hawaii brand because it…

This sailing includes all your drinks, meals, entertainment and transport on a luxury vessel. Best of all, you never have to take a flight as the cruise sails you there and back. Vancouverites looking to visit the Hawaiian Islands…

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Badass coffee from Hawaii, A leading coffee franchise known for its premium sourcing, roasting and quality 100% Hawaiian coffees and international blends, announces three new signed agreements that will bring four stores to Colorado in…

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The military has marching orders to erect a barbed wire fence about 3 miles long, 7 feet high around the Marine Corps Training Area Bellows in Waimanalo.Federal regulations require an "anti-terrorist" fence around…

Mike Klinker, the company's CTO and co-founder, said, "For 60 years people have been trying to make wing-in-the-ground effect vehicles profitable, and in 15 months we've gone from a drawing on a napkin to the first successful flight."…

LYMAN, Ukraine >> Russian troops left a key Ukrainian city so quickly they left the bodies of their comrades on the streets, providing further evidence today of Moscow's recent military defeat as it struggles to hold on to four…

A first-time Maui Travel & Leisure (T&L) writer/tourist writes all about a $2,500+ overnight stay, forgets to mention the endangered wildlife he snorkels with or the troubles with the Road to Hana , which he recommends, and flies…

Perillo Tours celebrates New Year's Eve in Hawaii with the launch of two new itineraries in the state of Aloha. Company President and third-generation owner Steve Perillo will host a private dinner for guests booking either itinerary,…

FULLERTON, California. - Cal State Fullerton's women's volleyball dropped to Hawaii in straight sets Friday night at Titan Gym. Lyla Traylor led the Titan attack with nine kills and four digs, while Danille Jefferies added eight kills…

The NFL's handling of concussions has evolved dramatically since the days when players were handed smelling salts on the bench and sent back into the game. The league and NFL Players Association have established extensive protocols and…

by Oden Taylor and Ollie Hancock Humboldt's alumni organization Forever Humboldt was planning a homecoming this fall in Lahaina, Hawaii, on the island of Maui. In an email, the alumni organization shared their plans for a "fun…

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) -- A recent spate of serious vandalism at city parks has some parkgoers becoming more concerned about their safety.Last week, vandals destroyed toilets in Pokai Bay Beach Park's bathroom. This caused a serious…

Dubbed "dark maggots," sea cucumbers have breathed new life into Hawaii's fish farms.Kauaʻi Sea Farms, the Pacific American Foundation and NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) are working to breed three species of sea…

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September 26, 2022 at 2:55 p.m. HST * Updated Sep 26, 2:57 p.m Japanese tourists on Big Island. File photo: Japan Airlines The Hawai'i Tourism Authority has issued a call for proposals for strategic visitor education and…

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Mahalo for supporting Honolulu Star Advertiser. Have fun with this free story! Members of the Hawaii visitor industry are increasingly concerned that the Hawaii Tourism Authority will not have a clearly…

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. >> Florida authorities and residents kept a wary eye on Tropical Storm Ian as it rumbled ominously through the Caribbean today, likely becoming a major hurricane on its way into the state. Gov. Ron DeSantis has…

Three Keiki plaintiffs from Maui and Oahu will discuss a climate lawsuit they and 11 others across the state filed against the state Department of Transportation earlier…

Travel offers people one of the best educational opportunities available. It allows us to explore new places, step out of our comfort zone and connect with people from different backgrounds.…

Statewide high-end Hawaii sales outperform 2021 year-to-date on both transactions ... and total dollar value according to Hawai'i Life.hawaii life In an already diverse real estate landscape, there is perhaps no more unique market in…

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The Queen's Health System is hosting another community flu and COVID vaccination event this Sunday in Honolulu. From 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Queen's is offering the Vaccine Drive-Thru at The Queen's Medical…

No matter where you are in the world, Dickey's Barbecue Pit wants to bring Legit. Texas. Grill. to you. Well, by popular demand, Dickey's is proud to say Aha to the Hawaiian Islands with their pit-smoke ribs. Over the summer, the…

TOKYO >> A man set himself on fire near the office of Japan's prime minister in Tokyo early Wednesday in apparent protest at the state funeral for former leader Shinzo Abe scheduled for next week, officials and media reports said. The…

The Bank of Hawaii Co. (NYSE:BOH - Get Rating) was the target of a sharp rise in short-term interest rates in August. As of August 31, there was short interest totaling 2,050,000 shares, a 10.8% increase from the August 15 total of…

marriage certificates and birth certificates Each week, the Honolulu Star Advertiser publishes Oahu statistics for marriage and birth certificates filed with the state Department of Health Vital Statistics System. MARRIAGE Submitted on…

It has been more than three months since the city unveiled its latest plan to save the railroad, and it has yet to be approved by the Federal Transit Administration. That has Colleen Hanabusa, executive director of the Honolulu…

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LAHAINA — The Lahaina Public Library will begin a new three-month series of Author Meets and Salutes with the authors of the book on Saturday, September 17 from 2 to…

The Honolulu Fire Department was busy rescuing four hikers at two locations today -- one on the Kaala Trail in Waianae and three on the Moanalua Middle Ridge Trail. The Honolulu Fire Department received an 911…

A full house watches as Duke and San Diego State play the 2018 Maui Jim Maui Invitational at the Lahaina Civic Center. The tournament returns to the Valley Isle this year on November 21-23 after the last two events were moved to the…

Residents are celebrating the end of a three-year struggle to protect Waimanalo Bay Beach Park's Sherwood Forest from development.Mayor Rick Blangiardi's administration confirmed Wednesday that it has put on hold its plans to build a sports…

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Federal prosecutors on Thursday indicted the Hawaii businessman at the center of the state Capitol bribery scandal, alleging he also paid about $2 million in bribes to a former Maui official.It is the largest…

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With its beautiful sandy beaches, crystal clear blue waters and exciting nightlife, Honolulu truly is paradise. Located on the island of Oahu, travelers looking to experience the city's tropical vacation may need to shell out as the…

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - There has been another arrest in the high-profile federal case against former city attorney Keith Kaneshiro, Hawaii News Now has learned. Early Tuesday morning, the FBI advanced on the home of attorney Sheri…

Mahalo for supporting Honolulu Star Advertiser. Have fun with this free story! According to a DOH news release, the state's Department of Health and Human Services will receive nearly $3.5 million from the…

At Drip Hawaiʻi, electrolytes, vitamins and antioxidants are formulated into hydrating and nutrient-rich elixirs. However, these healthy cocktails are administered intravenously through so-called infusions. Unlike taking oral supplements,…

U.S. Senator Mazie Hirono, D-Hawaii, spoke to University of Michigan students Friday night at the Michigan Union. The event was co-hosted by the Michigan-Hawaii Student Association (MIHI) and the Asian Pacific American Law Students…

Hawaii Lodging & Tourism Association, Visitor Industry Charity Walk. The Hawaii Lodging & Tourism Association announced today that the 43rdapprox Visitor Industry Charity Walk raised $2.2 million to be distributed to local…