Why These 17 Survivors—and Their Emcee—are Our Fashion Heroes
We dare you to watch these “Beautiful Survivors” strut their stuff without a tissue handy at the HONOLULU Fashion Week grand finale Saturday night.
Don Wallace
“Moana” Star Auli‘i Cravalho is Not Your Average Disney Princess
Warning: This conversation with “Moana” star Auli‘i Cravalho may blow any preconceptions of a “Disney Princess” out of the water.
Hawai‘i’s John John Florence Wins His First World Surf Tour Championship
Fulfilling what many called his destiny since he was a child riding Pipeline on the North Shore, the Eddie Aikau winner dominates at Supertubos in Portugal.
Quote Unquote: Here’s the Secret to Winning “Best Costume” This Halloween
With more than 40,000 costumes, many of them authentic pieces from around the world, Kharolina Costumes is here to help you win your next Halloween costume contest.
Change Was in the Air Leading Up to the Primary Election. What Happened?
Hawai‘i is sending 16 unopposed incumbents back to the State Legislature.
Local Filmmaker Wins Prestigious Carnegie Medal for Saving Shark-Attack Victim’s Life
Keoni Bowthorpe wins Carnegie Medal for Heroism after saving surfer Colin Cook from a tiger shark in 2015.
“The Descendants” Author Kaui Hart Hemmings is On Fire
Hemmings’ latest is partly written as an entry in a cookbook contest for mothers.
Disney Pulls Controversial “Moana” Costume Amid Protests of “Brownface”
A collision between merchandising and cultural sensitivity shows how hard it is to strike a balance.
Chris McKinney’s New Book Dives into Honolulu’s Mysterious Underworld
As if writing a novel about his descent into Honolulu’s hostess-bar and criminal scene wasn’t enough, the Kahalu‘u native is going Hollywood with his trademark brashness and chessmaster gamesmanship.
Kahuku Red Raiders Take on the Best High School Football Team in the U.S.
How do the Red Raiders stack up against football factory Bishop Gorman?
Kona Brewing Co.’s New Hanalei Island IPA With POG is Available For a Limited Time
The new passion-orange-guava-accented ale from Kona Brewing Co. is refreshing and bright—perfect for after-paddling pau hana. Too bad it’s only available at two brewpubs for now (one of which is near us, haha).
Forget Hurricane Lester, the World’s Best Environmental Conference is in Honolulu
The IUCN World Conservation Congress at the Hawai‘i Convention Center is the Super Bowl of environmental science and culture, with amazing speakers and exhibits to educate and awe the entire family.
What’s Open or Closed in Honolulu When President Barack Obama and World Conservation Congress Come to Town
Starting Wednesday, traffic will grind to a halt in Honolulu around the Neal S. Blaisdell Center and the Hawai‘i Convention Center because of the World Conservation Congress. Then come the hurricanes—Madeline and Lester. Here’s what you need to know.
What You Must Know About Hepatitis A and Where to Get Vaccinated Right Now
Now that the primary source of the recent outbreak of infectious hepatitis has been identified, does it still make sense to get a shot? Yes. Here’s why.
Happy National Coloring Book Day! This Adult Coloring Book Unlocks Your Creativity
If you haven’t already made plans for National Coloring Book Day, here’s an easy downloadable coloring book by Hawai‘i’s own queen of “keeping it between the lines.”
Best of Honolulu 2016: Shopping
The 16 editorial and reader picks for the chic-est shopping in the city.
Best of Honolulu 2016: Family Picks
The three editorial picks for the best family fun in the city.
Best of Honolulu 2016: Services
The 10 editorial and reader picks for the best services in the city.
Best of Honolulu 2016: Food
The 25 editorial and reader picks for tastiest food from our Best of Honolulu 2016 issue.
Field Notes: These People Honor the Father of Baseball at an O‘ahu Cemetery
Field Notes explores Honolulu’s vast and varied scenes and subcultures. This month: the annual gathering at O‘ahu Cemetery that honors baseball’s founder.
27 Best Local Books to Read This Summer
Throw ’em in your beach bag or load up your nightstand: 27 must-have books from local authors and publishing houses.
Will the Kaka‘ako Condo Boom Ease Honolulu’s Housing Crisis?
With plans for new towers on hold (and a splashy luxury condo scratched), experts are arguing if we’re in a lull or a bust. Either puts an end to the idea that Kaka‘ako would lead to a housing solution. A closer look at O‘ahu’s most intractable issue.
First Look: Street Food Stadium
This Kalākaua Avenue food truck court has got game but needs customers.
Two Talented Hawai‘i High School Students Win Big at National Poetry Competitions
Ari Dalbert and Nicholas Amador continue Hawai‘i’s incredible string of victories in national poetry recital competitions.
