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Stunning Lei from O‘ahu’s Lei Day Contest 2026
Hawai‘i lei makers once again graced the May Day lei contest with gorgeous submissions.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: May 7–13, 2026
Shop thoughtful Mother’s Day gifts, admire amazing flower displays, join a wearable art parade, play at a kid-focused festival and more.
A Commitment to Care for Hawaiʻi’s Communities
Glen Kaneshige, president of Nordic PCL Construction, has never lost sight of how his company’s work makes lives better.
Protecting Hawai‘i’s Coral Reefs with a First-of-Its-Kind Insurance Policy
The Nature Conservancy hopes a recently renewed insurance policy can protect the Islands’ reefs for years to come.
Da ‘Ōpala Man’s a Hit on Instagram
The anonymous O‘ahu refuse collection operator offers a behind-the-scenes look at his job.
Korean Dishes You Probably Don’t Know (But Should)
How well do you know Korean food? These traditional dishes go well beyond the familiarity of mandoo and kim chee.
Who’s Celebrating Cinco de Mayo on This Taco Tuesday
The last time the stars aligned for this twofer was in 2020. Here’s where to celebrate doubly around O‘ahu.
Hawai‘i’s Top-Selling Cars
It’s probably no surprise that the Toyota Tacoma is Hawai‘i’s most popular car, but the RAV4 is gaining speed.
Pale Papahele Tufted Yarn Creations Offer a Soft, Joyful Touch
Textile artist Anale‘a Kahaiali‘i tufts rugs and wall hangings in vibrant hues and designs inspired by Hawaiian and island motifs.
A Fresh Take: LEGO Lei
Natasha McKenna strings lei with hundreds of tiny LEGOs that resemble native flowers.
Yakitori Torishin Brings New Luxe Omakase to Kaka‘ako. Is It Worth It?
Torishin’s New York flagship held a Michelin star for 7 years. Now, it’s Honolulu’s only yakitori omakase.
