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Published on 14:11 GMT
Hawaii will tax holiday stays and use money to help counter climate crisis
Hawaii’s governor signed legislation that boosts a tax imposed on hotel room and vacation rental stays in order to raise money to address the consequences of the climate crisis. It’s the first time in a government in the US imposes such levy to help cope …
Source: The Guardian – Center-left -
Published on 07:38 GMT
What’s next for Oregon man ‘Sailing with Phoenix’ after trip to Hawaii
An Oregon man and his cat, who gathered nearly 2 million followers on social media while sailing from Oregon to Hawaii, arrived safely in Honolulu on May 24 after 25 days at sea. Oliver Widger, known online as “Sailing with Phoenix,” and his …
Source: Statesman Journal – Oregon – Pending -
Published on 09:46 GMT
UH haumāna explore Kalākaua and Hawaiian Kingdom’s legacy in Japan
Reading time: 4 minutesJapan 1881. Seated from left, Prince Yoshiaki, King Kalākaua and Yoshie Sano Tsunetani. Standing from left, Charles H. Judd, Jugai Tokuno Riyosaki and William N. Armstrong. A group of University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa haumāna (students) …
Source: University of Hawai‘i at Manoa – Neutral -
Published on 11:01 GMT
Bad Ass Coffee Of Hawaii Brews Up Big News In Louisville: 3-Unit Signed Agreement
By: Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii | 0 Shares 7 Reads Premium Hawaiian Coffee and Aloha Spirit Set to Make Waves in Derby City in Early 2026 May 28, 2025 // Franchising.com // LOUISVILLE, KY – Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii, a renowned coffee …
Source: Franchise Opportunities – Pending -
Published on 08:25 GMT
Hawaii to make sweeping tourism changes in bid to combat climate change
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it’s investigating the financials of Elon Musk’s pro-Trump PAC or producing our …
Source: The Independent – Center-left -
Published on 10:54 GMT
Maunakea Scholars honors Hawaii’s young astronomers
1/2 Swipe or click to see more UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII Mila Rexford, middle. 2/2 Swipe or click to see more UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII PHOTOS Waipahu High School students who are Maunakea Scholars receive honorable mentions or telescope time. The Maunakea …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 10:14 GMT
Honolulu City Council advances sewer fees bill
Mayor Rick Blangiardi administration’s proposed 10-year, 115% sewer fee rate increase that’s expected to begin this summer has been countered by the Honolulu City Council. The Council’s five-member Budget Committee voted 4-1 Tuesday, with Radiant Cordero …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 10:18 GMT
DOH cites Hawaii Petroleum for storage tank violations
The state Department of Health has issued a notice of violation and order against Hawaii Petroleum LLC., which operates Kamakani Store in Hawaiian Ocean View Estates, for violating state underground storage tank laws. A DOH inspector on April 29, 2024, …
Source: Hawaii Tribune Herald – Neutral -
Published on 13:05 GMT
CU enters U.S. market with Hawaii expansion
Korean convenience brand sets foot in the North American market for the first time.BGF Retail, operator of South Korea’s convenience store chain CU, has signed a master franchise agreement to launch in Hawaii, marking its first entry into the U.S. market …
Source: Petrol Plaza – Neutral -
Published on 05:16 GMT
6K lanterns light the sea at 27th annual Shinnyo Lantern Floating Hawaii ceremony
HONOLULU (KHON2) — On Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, Ala Moana Beach will once again be aglow with thousands of floating lanterns as the 27th annual Shinnyo Lantern Floating Hawai‘i ceremony invites thousands to gather in remembrance and hope. Organized by …
Source: KHON – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 09:10 GMT
Hawaii to boost hotel tax to fund climate change measures
The US state of Hawaii has decided to raise the tax on hotel and other accommodation stays to fund climate change measures. Hawaii Governor Josh Green signed the legislation on Tuesday. Starting in January next year, the state’s Transient Accommodation …
Source: NHK – Public Broadcaster -
Published on 04:53 GMT
Hawaii police warn of possible parking violation scam
KAILUA-KONA (HawaiiNewsNow) – Hawaii Island police are investigating a possible parking violation scam in Kailua-Kona. Authorities said they’ve received multiple calls about a parking enforcement device known as “The Barnacle” being placed on the …
Source: Hawaii News Now – Neutral -
Published on 10:54 GMT
Hawaii Grown Report: Isle athletes to star on the big stage
ABIGAIL DOLLINS / STATESMAN JOURNAL / USA TODAY NETWORK VIA IMAGN IMAGES Oregon State infielder Aiva Arquette tagged out Oregon catcher Anson Aroz during the game on April 29, 2025, at Goss Stadium in Corvallis, Ore. Arquette, a finalist for many …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 05:15 GMT
‘Great Big Game Show’ brings big fun to Honolulu
by: Chris Latronic Posted: May 27, 2025 / 10:45 AM HST Updated: May 27, 2025 / 11:14 AM HST HONOLULU (KHON2) — Ever dreamed of being on a game show? Now’s your chance. The “Great Big Game Show” has arrived at Ala Moana Center, offering visitors a …
Source: KHON – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 10:54 GMT
Senior enlisted man based in Hawaii will advise Joint Chiefs of Staff
1/2 Swipe or click to see more U.S. NAVY / 2022 U.S. Navy Fleet Master Chief David Isom, command senior enlisted leader to U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, center, discussed training parameters with Indian Marine Commandos before conducting military free …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 10:18 GMT
Police investigate W. Hawaii parking scam
Police are investigating a possible parking violation scam at the top of Napo‘opo‘o Road near the Hawaii Belt Road (Highway 11) intersection in Captain Cook. Multiple reports of a parking enforcement device known as “The Barnacle” is being placed on the …
Source: Hawaii Tribune Herald – Neutral -
Published on 09:54 GMT
Social Rundown: e.l.f. Cosmetics, robots boxing match, and Oregon man sails to Hawaii
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Welcome back to the Social Rundown, where you can learn about the online trends happening globally and in Texoma, too! Want to get the latest tea or news on what’s trending on social media? Tune in daily! e.l.f. Cosmetics …
Source: KFDX – Texas – Neutral -
Published on 09:46 GMT
Hawaiian Word of the Week: Laiki
Reading time: < 1 minute —Rice Previous ʻōlelo Haʻaheo Mei Kalaiwa Kuleana Hele wāwae All ʻŌlelo of the Week —Malia Johnson, communications major, Ke Kulanui o Hawaiʻi ma Mānoa (University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa) Keep an eye out for more ʻōlelo (words). …
Source: University of Hawai‘i at Manoa – Neutral -
Published on 04:30 GMT
Hawaii Petroleum fined for underground storage tank violations
OCEANVIEW, Hawaii (Island News) — Hawaii Petroleum, LLC is being fined $27,500 for violating state underground storage tank (UST) laws in late 2023. The Hawaii Department of Health (DOH) issued Hawaii Petroleum a Notice of Violation and Order (NOVO) after …
Source: KITV – Hawaii – Neutral
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