Culture
Dive Deep into the Minds of Hawaiʻi's Freedivers
With nothing but air in their lungs and an indestructible mental fortitude, Hawaiʻi freedivers do what most wouldn't even consider, and grow in the process.
Mauna Kea: What Visitors Should Know
Ongoing protests have halted construction of an extremely large telescope on top of Mauna Kea. Currently, the road to the summit remains closed.
Hawaii’s Oldest and Largest Noncompetitive Hula Celebration Happens This Weekend
Hula halau and cultural practitioners prepare for a weekend of tradition at the 42nd annual Prince Lot Hula Festival.
How Three Hawaiian Cowboys Won the Wild West
A new book, “Aloha Rodeo,” takes readers through the history of Hawaiian cowboys.
How Hawaii's Cacao is Making the World Sweeter
Hawaiian cacao crop and its delicious chocolate is capturing the attention of Hawaii’s small farmers, and the appetites of everyone else.
3 Iconic Vintage Hawaiian Aloha Shirts and the Story Behind Them
Here are a few of the most memorable aloha shirts in the history of the garment.
"Life on Board" with Eduardo Bolioli
It’s been a long journey for surf artist Eduardo Bolioli, and his latest installation serves as a culmination of his experiences and memories of Hawaii.
Scenes from the 2019 Shinnyo Lantern Floating Hawaii
The beautiful Honolulu Memorial Day tradition, hosted by Shinnyo-en, celebrated its 20th anniversary this year.
Listen to the 2019 Na Hoku Hanohano Award-Winning Artists and Songs
Songs you need to hear from the winners of the 2019 Na Hoku Hanohano Awards.
Getting to Know Kauai, One Tree at a Time
Nonprofit group Smart Trees Pacific is mapping trees around Hawaii, resulting in a growing appreciation for these island canopies.
The Complete 2019 Merrie Monarch Festival Winners List
See which hula halau came out on top.
Oahu Hula Dancer Crowned Miss Aloha Hula 2019
Taizha Keakealani Hughes-Kaluhiokalani has been named Miss Aloha Hula after Thursday's night of competition.
Na Hoku Hanohano Awards 2019 Finalists Announced
See who's nominated for what at Hawaii's annual premier music award show.
How to Watch the 2019 Merrie Monarch Festival
What you need know to watch the Merrie Monarch Festival competition live from your computer or television.
Hawaii Telescopes Helped Capture the First Image of a Black Hole—and It Has a Hawaiian Name
Scientists worked with a UH Hilo professor to name the newly discovered black hole Powehi, a name sourced from the Kumulipo, the Hawaiian creation chant.
8 Things You Need to Know About Honolulu's White Fairy Tern
White fairy terns are so much more than just our cute feathered friends.
9 Instagram-Worthy Art Pieces at the 2019 Honolulu Biennial
Some of the art not to miss this year at sites all across town.
5 American Military History Museums and Sites on Oahu
While the USS Arizona Memorial is being repaired, get away from Pearl Harbor and check out these spots on Oahu.
St. Benedict's Painted Church in Kona is a One-of-a-Kind Artistic Wonder
Amid the coffee fields in South Kona, Big Island, a simple church exterior hides a cathedral covered in colorful fresco paintings.
10 Amazing Must-See Street Art Murals from Pow! Wow! Hawaii 2019
You can find them all in Oahu's Kakaako District, an up-and-coming urban hub.
7 Ways to Experience Japan In Hawaii
From hole-in-the-wall ramen shops to cherry blossom festivals, here are just a few ways to experience Japanese culture in the Islands.
'Hammajang' is Now a Word in the Oxford English Dictionary
The commonly used Hawaiian Pidgin word meaning "all messed up" will be included in 2019’s dictionary revisions.
