The Hawaii of Israel: How Trump legitimised a longstanding Israeli vision

On April 7, United States President Donald Trump met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for a second time since his inauguration. Speaking to the media, Trump doubled down on his earlier comments about the Gaza Strip, describing it as an “incredible …

Heightened obstacles may be ahead regarding protecting Hawaii’s endangered species

HONOLULU (Island News) — Hawaii’s endangered species could face more challenges in the near future. According to the Federal Register, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Marine Fishery Service are proposing to rescind the regulatory …

Ex-Hawaii Hilo soccer coach Estrin dies at 48

COURTESY UH HILO ATHLETICS Former UH-Hilo men’s soccer coach Garrett Estrin tragically passed away after a two-year battle with esophageal cancer. Former Hawaii Hilo men’s soccer coach Garrett Estrin died on April 10 in California at age 48 after a two- …

Hawaii men’s volleyball swept, gets No. 2 seed in Big West tourney

GEORGE F. LEE / GLEE@STARADVERTISER.COM Hawaii’s Finn Kearney hits against Long Beach State on April 12. Hawaii’s fourth different starting lineup in as many matches finally took its toll. The third-ranked Rainbow Warriors, who remained without two …

Stymied Hawaii baseball team blanked again in series sweep at UC Irvine

The Hawaii baseball team saw double in the worst way against No. 13 UC Irvine this weekend. Anteaters pitcher Ryder Brooks two-hit the Rainbow Warriors in a 5-0 UCI win at Anteater Ballpark in Irvine, Calif., on Saturday, replicating teammate Trevor Hansen …

Hawaii Island Police Seek Public’s Help in Urgent Search for Missing Kendra Masang in Need of Medication

The Hawaii Island Police are intensifying their efforts and reaching out to the public for assistance in locating missing 27-year-old Kendra Masang. Last seen on Wednesday morning at the Mooheau Bus Terminal, there is growing concern for her safety. Masang …

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for April 20, 2025

Hilo Tonight: Mostly cloudy with numerous showers. Lows 61 to 69 near the shore to 49 to 56 at 4000 feet. Light winds. Chance of rain 70 percent. Sunday: Mostly cloudy with numerous showers. Highs 77 to 82 near the shore to 62 to 68 at 4000 feet. East …

UC Irvine silences Hawaii baseball again

JAMM AQUINO / JAQUINO@STARADVERTISER.COM Hawaii head coach Rich Hill talks to outfielder Jared Quandt (21) and infielder Draven Nushida (5) on April 6. For the Hawaii baseball team, a once-promising, eight-game road trip dissolved into an empty feeling …

Hawaii men’s volleyball swept at UC Santa Barbara, gets No. 2 Big West tournament seed

The shorthanded Hawaii men’s volleyball team ran out of steam in its regular-season finale. Down pin hitters Kristian Titriyski (ankle) and Louis Sakanoko (lower leg) for the second straight day, No. 3 UH was unable to replicate its four-set success from …

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for April 20, 2025

Forecast for Big Island Windward and Southeast Shores Tonight Sunday Surf Surf PM AM AM PM North Facing 4-6 3-5 3-5 2-4 East Facing 2-4 2-4 2-4 2-4 South Facing 2-4 2-4 2-4 2-4 TONIGHT Weather Mostly cloudy. Numerous showers. Low Temperature In the upper …

No. 3 Hawaii gets swept in regular-season finale

The third-ranked Hawaii men’s volleyball team ended its regular season on the wrong end of a 25-22, 25-22, 27-25 sweep by No. 18 UC Santa Barbara today at The Thunderdome in Santa Barbara, Calif. Senior opposite Geste Bianchi hit .450 with a match-high 21 …

Honolulu Zoo celebrates Earth Day with endangered rhino’s birthday

The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands says it is making strides in reducing a long waitlist

Hawaii’s 25th medical cannabis dispensary opens in Waikiki

JAMM AQUINO / APRIL 5, 2019 Noa Botanicals was scheduled to open its new retail medical cannabis dispensary at 345 Royal Hawaiian Ave. in Waikiki today. Shown here, cannabis is trimmed at Noa Botanicals growing and production facilities in Kunia in …

Stunning Hawaiian beachfront home that looks like a reality TV villa hits market for jaw-dropping price

A stunning beachfront villa that boasts an iconic feature that would be right at home in TV’s Love Island has hit the market for a whopping $31million.  The striking Hawaiian estate offers the ultimate in beachfront living along Maui’s prestigious …

Honolulu Police Seek Public Help to Solve Vandalism at Historic Mōʻiliʻili Japanese Cemetery

The Honolulu Police Department has reported a series of thefts and acts of vandalism at the Mōʻiliʻili Japanese Cemetery, prompting calls for community assistance in identifying those responsible. According to an X post by the HPD, there have been multiple …

Unsettled Weather Hits Honolulu as NWS Forecasts Sporadic Rainfall Across Hawaiian Islands

Honolulu’s weather is taking a bit of a wet turn according to the latest forecast released by the National Weather Service (NWS). The islands are currently experiencing upper level troughing, which spells sporadic rainfall across the territories. For …

What is the best island to visit in Hawaii?

No matter where you go in America’s 50th state, Hawaii offers a wide variety of topographies, accommodations, activities and experiences. Related: The best ways to get to Hawaii using points and miles Each Hawaiian island has its own distinctive vibe. …

The Best Deals Today: Dragon’s Dogma 2, Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, LEGO Flowers, and More

The weekend is officially here, and we’ve rounded up the best deals you can find! Discover the best deals for April 19 below: Dragon’s Dogma 2 for $30 You can score Capcom’s massive RPG for just $30 this weekend at Amazon. We gave the game an 8 …