Friday, February 27, 2015
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The Hawaii Tourism Authority has set a target of hosting nearly 8.6 million visitors this year, up from the 8.3 million who came last year, despite a dip in January arrivals. Story »
An improving economy and low inflation continue to put more money in the pockets of Hawaii consumers. Honolulu inflation remained far below its historical average and finished 2014 below the U.S. rate for the first time in 13 years, according to a report released Thursday by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Story »
Hawaii is expected to continue its moderate expansion this year with nominal gains in visitor arrivals, steady labor market improvement and additional income growth, the University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization said in a report set for release Friday. Story »
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HEI chief Lau earned $5.6M in 2014 • Kaiser computer glitch affects 500 members • Pearlridge Center changes ownership • UH forecasts no carbon footprint by 2050 • Court OKs class action in tobacco lawsuit • On The Move • Ship Ahoy! Story »
Seeing Hawaii through someone else's eyes can be enlightening, and Michal Abramovitz makes it easy by transferring her original artwork to practical items you can wear, carry with you or collect, in various forms. Story »
I recently had an opportunity to visit a fledgling, yet remarkably successful, Waldorf School and biodynamic farm in Pokhara, Nepal. Biodynamic farming is founded on the principle that bringing vitality to the soil causes plants to thrive and nourishes people and animals living on the land. Story »
My column last week on watermen "Dad" Center and Alexander Hume Ford prompted Donna L. Ching to write to me. "I am working on a documentary film focusing on the swimming and ocean sports history of the Natatorium." Story »
Described by some as the third wave of the Internet, the Internet of Things (IoT) is a technology movement to enable network connectivity to devices, from household items such as light bulbs and televisions, to industrial equipment such as warehouse pallets and water pump sensors, to municipalities such as bus stop signs and parking meters. As these products are rushed to market, security features are often delayed or ignored. Story »
She covered the Legislature as a reporter, but now former TV news reporter and anchor Jill Kuramoto will be on the other side of the phone calls, cameras and microphones in her new role as Senate communications director. Story »
“Akamai Money” seeks out local experts to answer questions about business in Hawaii. If you have an issue you would like us to tackle, please email it to business@star-
advertiser.com and put “Akamai Money” in the subject line. Story »
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