“Peter Navy Tuisosop, ‘Street Fighter’ and Hawaii’ actor, dies at 61.”
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Published on 03:50 GMT
Peter Navy Tuiasosopo, ‘Street Fighter’ And ‘Hawaii’ Actor, Dies At 61
xFrederick M. Brown/Getty Images Peter Navy Tuiasosop0, the actor who is remembered as Manumana “the Slender” in the sports film Necessary Roughness and E. Honda in Street Fighter, died from heart complications in Phoenix, Arizona on February 9. He was …
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Published on 10:34 GMT
Letter: Never too late to fight against Hawaii overtourism
In the 1990s, as a leader of the 65,000-member Los Angeles chapter of the Sierra Club, I saw firsthand how deeply California conservationists care about Hawaii. When the much-smaller Hawaii chapter asked for our support, we gladly funded a lawsuit …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 03:32 GMT
Missing swimmer found dead after drowning at Spitting Caves in Hawaii Kai
HAWAII KAI, Hawaii (Island News) – The Honolulu Fire Department rescued a missing swimmer off of Spitting Caves in Hawaii Kai on Saturday, February 8, 2025. The incident was reported at approximately 6:11 p.m., with HFD crews arriving at the scene at 6:17 …
Source: KITV – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 05:21 GMT
Hawaii lawmakers look to regulate commercial dog breeders
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Some state lawmakers are pushing for new rules for commercial dog breeders. They have the support of county animal shelters. The Humane Society of the United States estimates that puppy mills around the country produce two …
Source: Hawaii News Now – Neutral -
Published on 05:58 GMT
Hawaii Supreme Court clears way for Maui wildfire payout. What’s next?
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The state Supreme Court Monday cleared the way for Maui wildfire victims to receive payoffs from the $4 billion global settlement. The court stunned both sides by ruling just two working days after hearing two hours of legal …
Source: Hawaii News Now – Neutral -
Published on 07:59 GMT
Salary commission reviews 64% increase for Hawaii legislatures, other roles
HONOLULU (Island News) — A proposal to increase salaries for Hawaii’s state executives, judges and legislators is facing pushback, with some questioning whether elected officials deserve a pay hike while ongoing state issues remain unresolved. During …
Source: KITV – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 10:32 GMT
Committee to hear bills aimed at fixing Hawaii school bus system
In response to parents’ pleas for reliable school transportation, the House Education Committee today will consider bills aimed at preventing a repeat of the abrupt cancellations of 108 bus routes at the start of this year’s school year, which was a repeat …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 11:09 GMT
Honolulu Has A Landfill Problem. Here’s A Possible Solution
Plasma arc gasification outperforms landfills and incinerators in pollution reduction. The City and County of Honolulu faces a critical waste management challenge as the Waimanalo Gulch Landfill has surpassed its Dec. 31 for an alternative to be developed. …
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Published on 09:49 GMT
Augusta Eats: Find delicious Hawaiian-style bowls at Augusta restaurant
Hello Poke´ is a locally owned restaurant that serves customizable poke´ bowls with a variety of fresh ingredients. Customers can choose from a base of rice, salad, or udon noodles, then select from a variety of proteins, toppings, and sauces. The …
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Published on 03:39 GMT
Direct-ocean carbon-capture pilot plant starts up in Hawaii
February 10, 2025 | By Mary Bailey Captura Corp. (Pasadena, Calif.) announced the start of operations at its latest pilot plant, capable of capturing 1,000 tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) annually. Located in Kona, Hawaii, and developed in partnership with …
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Published on 03:40 GMT
Hawaii Supreme Court: Insurance companies can’t join wildfire settlement
Hawaii’s Supreme Court ruled Monday that insurance companies cannot file suit against those blamed for the devastating 2023 wildfire on Maui, clearing the way for a $4 billion dollar settlement for victims. The insurers asked to be a part of the …
Source: AZ Central – Arizona – Neutral -
Published on 03:32 GMT
Hawaii Supreme Court ruling allows state to move forward with $4 billion Maui wildfire settlement
LAHAINA, Hawaii (Island News) — Amber Sampson’s family has been waiting 18 months to rebuild their lives after losing everything they had in the Lahaina fires. “We had to leave with literally nothing but diapers for the kids, like they had the …
Source: KITV – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 06:47 GMT
What’s Tying Up $4B Settlement for Hawaii Wildfire Victims
Hawaii’s Supreme Court heard arguments last week over insurance issues that are tying up a potential $4 billion settlement over Maui’s catastrophic 2023 wildfire, the deadliest in the U.S. in more than a century. The massive inferno decimated the historic …
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Published on 06:47 GMT
Ho`okipa Hawai`i Weekend at Royal Hawaiian Center
Malia Sanders is the Executive Director of NaHHA joins us to talk about how the 2nd Annual Ho’okipa Hawai’i Weekend can further her m ission The Hawaiian value of hōʻihi (to treat with reverence and respect), reflected in the ʻōlelo noʻeau ( …
Source: KITV – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 09:09 GMT
Hawaii Island police arrests and charges 2 men for Downtown Hilo robbery
HILO, Hawaii (Island News) — Hawaii Island Police arrested and charged two men for a violent robbery that took place early Saturday morning. 43-year-old Kalani Nobriga of Pahoa and 40-year-old Anthony Gonsalves of Mountain View were arrested and charged …
Source: KITV – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 10:33 GMT
Titriyski honored for fourth-ranked Hawaii
Despite losing its first match this season, the Hawaii men’s volleyball team remained at No. 4 in this week’s AVCA Top 20, while freshman opposite hitter Kristian Titriyski was named the Big West Offensive Player of the Week on Monday. Titriyski averaged 4 …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 09:09 GMT
Potential pay raises for Hawaii’s political leaders as high as 64% faces pushback
A proposal to increase salaries for Hawaii’s state executives, judges, and legislators is facing pushback, with some questioning whether elected officials deserve a pay hike while ongoing state issues remain unresolved.
Source: KITV – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 06:47 GMT
Ho`okipa Hawai`i Weekend at Royal Hawaiian Center Continued
Ho’okipa Hawai’i Weekend A two-day community and culture event is back this weekend February 15th and 16th. Experience cultural practitioners, hula, mele, shopping and fashion on the historic grounds of the Royal Hawaiian Center.
Source: KITV – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 07:01 GMT
New initiative helps nurture Native Hawaiian contemporary performing artists
A gathering of contemporary Hawaiian performing artists recently marked the launch of the Wehiwehi Initiative. It’s the brainchild of choreographer Christopher Kaui Morgan, supported by the Doris Duke Foundation and hosted at Shangri La. HPR was able …
Source: Hawaii Public Radio – Public Broadcaster
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