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Published on 15:44 GMT

What Hawaii’s Māhū Tradition Can Teach Us About Pride

12 June 2026 June is Pride Month, but while many people think of conversations around gender identity and acceptance as a modern phenomenon, Hawaiian culture has been exploring similar ideas for centuries. Travel and Culture writer Dorimalia Waiau explores …

Source: Female First – Neutral
Published on 07:22 GMT

Limelight Hawaii opens at former Hawaiian Hut site near Ala Moana

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – A new entertainment venue has opened in Honolulu. Limelight Hawaii opened its doors at 5 p.m. Friday at the former Hawaiian Hut site next to the Ala Moana Hotel. Owners said they created the venue for the local community to enjoy …

Source: Hawaii News Now – Pending
Published on 10:11 GMT

Rearview Mirror: Hawaii and England have connections that go way back

I happened to be watching a spot of telly last week. I had just put the kettle on, and as it happens, a program about the U.K. was just beginning. I fancied penning a piece about the myriad connections between Hawaii and jolly old England. Let’s start with …

Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser – Hawaii – Neutral
Published on 08:15 GMT

First-ever Island Fest brings international club volleyball to Hawaii

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Competition began Thursday for Island Fest, Hawaiʻi’s first-ever international club volleyball championship tournament. Founder Jason Olive is a former University of Hawaiʻi men’s volleyball player and First Team All-American. He …

Source: Hawaii News Now – Neutral
Published on 15:09 GMT

In Honolulu the sun sets in striking gold

In April this year, I stayed in Honululu, Hawaii, United States of America for eight days. And the sunset cruise was part of my Hawaiian itinerary. The Waikiki Sunset Cruise provides an opportunity for visitors to see the golden-hour view of Hawaii’s …

Source: The National – Indeterminate
Published on 10:39 GMT

Here are Hawaii’s largest general contractors

The 21 largest general contractors in Hawaii brought in more than $4.5 billion gross billings in 2025. The online version of this ranking expands beyond what appears in print; another 77 general contractors are included in our digital rankings, in addition …

Source: The Business Journals – Neutral
Published on 10:11 GMT

Homeland Security funding bill draft includes Hawaii money, TSA cuts

The House Appropriations Committee on Thursday approved a draft of a nearly $1 trillion Homeland Security funding bill that includes provisions supporting several emergency preparedness and law enforcement programs in Hawaii and the Pacific. But the draft …

Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser – Hawaii – Neutral
Published on 15:08 GMT

A Sperm Whale Washed Up in Hawaii With Household Products and Fishing Nets in Its Stomach

The post A Sperm Whale Washed Up in Hawaii With Household Products and Fishing Nets in Its Stomach appeared first on A-Z Animals. When a sperm whale washed ashore on Kauai, researchers from the Hawaii Pacific University Marine Mammal Stranding Response …

Source: Yahoo News – Center-left
Published on 11:02 GMT

Severe weather forced family to cancel Hawaiian Vrbo. Now they’re out $12,000.

A Massachusetts family was excited for their vacation to Hawaii in March. They booked a beautiful house through Vrbo. But just days before the trip, Hawaii Governor Josh Green declared a state of emergency due to severe weather. Steve Cavagnaro said his …

Source: CBS 4 Boston – Massachusetts – Neutral
Published on 06:30 GMT

Sen. Schatz addresses veterans’ services in Hawaii during town hall

During a town hall on Thursday, Senator Brian Schatz spoke about improving access to care for Hawaii’s veterans. Upgrades are underway at the Spark M. Matsunaga VA Medical Center, including reducing pharmacy wait times. He also highlighted plans to expand …

Source: KITV – Hawaii – Neutral
Published on 12:00 GMT

FSBO Lead App Lets Real Estate Investors Build Their Own Deal-Finding Network

Platform connects investors with local field agents who scout neighborhoods and submit verified FSBO property leads in real time. HONOLULU, HI, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ — FSBO Lead, a real estate technology company based …

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Published on 10:39 GMT

Ikeda joins Hawaii Community Foundation’s board

The nonprofit Hawaii Community Foundation has announced the appointment of Janice Ikeda to its Board of Governors, effective March 30. Ikeda is the founder and chief executive officer of Vibrant Hawaii, a Hawaii Island nonprofit organization working to …

Source: Hawaii Tribune Herald – Neutral
Published on 04:13 GMT

Hawaii youth soccer players look to World Cup for inspiration

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The World Cup has officially kicked off and youth soccer players in Hawaii are more excited than ever. “I want to play in the World Cup someday,” said Talon James. The keiki kickers for the Honolulu Bulls soccer club take the …

Source: Hawaii News Now – Neutral
Published on 08:22 GMT

Hawaii comedian Frank De Lima brings legacy of laughter to Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — It was tough to get through out TV interview at the California Hotel and Casino because so many people recognized Frank De Lima and wanted to stop and say hi. “Frank the man!” one fan said. “He’s a great man from Hawaii.” “I feel really …

Source: Fox 5 Las Vegas – Nevada – Indeterminate
Published on 08:05 GMT

Sen. Schatz addresses veterans’ services in Hawaii during town hall

During a town hall on Thursday, Senator Brian Schatz spoke about improving access to care for Hawaii’s veterans. Upgrades are underway at the Spark M. Matsunaga VA Medical Center, including reducing pharmacy wait times. He also highlighted plans to expand …

Source: KITV – Hawaii – Neutral
Published on 03:53 GMT

Hawaiian Airlines unveils first of three live-action ‘Moana’ aircraft liveries

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Hawaiian Airlines unveiled Thursday the first of three aircraft liveries to celebrate Disney’s live-action “Moana,” set to arrive in theaters July 10. The first design is featured on an Airbus A321neo (N227HA), an aircraft that …

Source: Hawaii News Now – Pending
Published on 05:12 GMT

Severe weather forced family to cancel Hawaiian Vrbo. Now they’re out $12,000.

A Massachusetts family was excited for their vacation to Hawaii in March. They booked a beautiful house through Vrbo. But just days before the trip, Hawaii Governor Josh Green declared a state of emergency due to severe weather. Steve Cavagnaro said his …

Source: CBS 4 Boston – Massachusetts – Neutral
Published on 03:53 GMT

Human remains in Washington identified as missing Hawaii man decades later

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – A decades-long mystery has been solved. 26 years after human remains were discovered in a park in Washington State, law enforcement was able to identify the victim as Joseph Louis Serrao Jr., from Hawaii. Serrao’s family said …

Source: Hawaii News Now – Pending
Published on 03:53 GMT

Worst summer hiring season for teens? Not for Hawaii restaurants that need workers

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Federal data shows U.S. businesses aren’t hiring as many teens this summer as they used to. The Bureau of Labor Statistics says teen unemployment jumped more than a percent to 14.7% from this time last year, while a report by …

Source: Hawaii News Now – Pending