Celebrating Wāhine Awards 2026
We highlight 37 women who have made impactful contributions to the community, asking them about the purpose they find in their work and to offer advice to others.
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Afterthoughts: Skin Deep
Our family Thanksgiving was almost canceled after I mentioned a desire to be inked.
Liftoff! Drone Light Shows Take to the Sky
With drone light shows rising in popularity, meet the director of Sky Elements Hawai‘i who produces these shows locally.
Jobs of the Future
Today’s work world has morphed into a kaleidoscope of careers rocked by global events, environmental concerns and reconsidered priorities.
We Tried It: Women’s Self-Defense Class at DVG Jiu Jitsu
Learn how to throw a punch, block unsolicited hugs and hold your ground at this free community women’s self-defense class.
A College Student’s Favorite Spots for Late-Night Grinds
From midnight plate lunch and Thai curry to 3 a.m. Korean barbecue.
We Tried It: Love Me Knots’ Piercing Party
Get pierced by a professional piercer and shop for jewelry at the label’s lovely Kaimukī showroom.
Ranking Inari Factory’s 12 Poke-Style Bombs at Don Quijote
We tried all 12 inari bombs at the Makaloa store’s bomb new kiosk.
Paris Baguette Is the Latest. Here’s What Else Has Opened Downtown
Recent openings that have turned Downtown Honolulu into a credible lunchtime destination.
Afterthoughts: Who Mourns for Koreamoku?
Here’s to Heinekens and beef bulgogi: Revisiting a classic last tribute to a one-of-a-kind neighborhood.
Shokudo Opens an Old-School Izakaya in Waikīkī
The newest Shokudo is different from the others—and more may follow.
