Column: He Makahehi, a he Hehi wale nō paha?
The author questions the propriety of wearing the Hawaiian flag on one’s feet. Read more
The author questions the propriety of wearing the Hawaiian flag on one’s feet. Read more
Synopsis: In our small archipelago, many of us thrive in the ocean that surrounds us. Read more
Synopsis: None can deny the genius of Hawaiian poetry, which was made even more brilliant by the accompaniment of intricate melodies, harmonies and instrumentation. Read more
Synopsis: This article reveals the fact that only 39% of the Hawaiian population is registered to vote. In 1873, Hawaiæi held a vote to choose the next monarch, with 3,049 individuals participating in the election and being active in Hawaiæi politics. We encourage our community to register and vote, just as our küpuna did, and to stay civically engaged. Read more
Synopsis: The system of ocean currents in the North Atlantic is on the verge of collapse due to climate change, according to a number of scientists. Read more
Are locals incapable of leading ourselves into the future? Read more
Synopsis: Florida has been struck by numerous hurricanes over the years. As the effects of global warming become increasingly common, so are occurrences of these powerful forces of nature. Read more
Synopsis: A recent court ruling will make gambling on election results legal. This could result in actions tantamount to buying an election. Read more
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Synopsis: If electric vehicles cause fewer problems for the environment, why are sales down this year? Read more
Synopsis: Many people have fallen victim to “pig butchering” scams. Here it is referred to as being caught in a spider’s web. The perpetrators have acted with impunity, but that is changing. Read more
Synopsis: There are many popular hairstyles for men with quaint foreign names. In order to speak of them in Hawaiian, I have suggested some Hawaiian alternatives. Read more
Synopsis: As more and more speakers acquire the capacity to express their thoughts in Hawaiian, it is important to avoid calquing the English. Read more
Synopsis: An outbreak of EEE (Eastern Equine Encephalitis) in America and a longer, wetter summer have made it comfortable for mosquitoes to breed and bite. Read more
Synopsis: Would you support Donald Trump for president of the United States if he intended to pull out of Hawaiæi and recognize our sovereignty? Read more
Synopsis: Who would be ashamed of their own ethnic heritage? Donald Trump has recently called into question the connection Kamala Harris has with her Black heritage. Read more
Synopsis: The Department of Land and Natural Resources is cracking down on hotels and companies that are presetting beach chairs and umbrellas that are unoccupied and unused. Read more
Synopsis: Should we support managed tourism, which seeks to maximize profit that will ultimately be exported to other parts of the world and subsequently be of little value to the people of Hawaii? Read more
Synopsis: Deep-sea mining can deplete the amount of oxygen necessary to sustain life on the ocean floor. Read more
Synopsis: Some researchers are suggesting, based on a study of 27,000 participants, that the cognitive function of night owls is superior to that of early risers. Read more
Synopsis: During the first presidential debate on June 27, both candidates failed to recognize the human toll of Israel’s assault on Gaza, and revealed the shameful failure of the U.S. to defend the humanity and rights of Palestinians. Read more