The Adventures of Mark Twain: How He Launched a Literary Career in Hawai‘i
We recount Mark Twain’s adventures in the Islands as a young rascal, 150 years ago, and the impact that Hawai‘i had on the rest of his career.
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‘Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice’ finishes strong
In a likely deliberate move, both DC cinematic universe films, “Man of Steel” and “Batman v Superman,” are incredibly dark and devoid of levity one might expect from a movie about costumed superheroes. But in order to distinguish themselves from…
Netflix review: ‘Daredevil’ – Season 2
Netflix started a bold initiative last year when it created a TV version of the Marvel Cinematic Universe where heroes were more human and villains less imposing. Season One of “Daredevil” introduced us to the Man Without Fear who defended…
Top LOLs at this year’s Hawaii Sketch Comedy Fest
It’s a long time since the days of “Rap’s Hawaii,” Booga Booga and the 3 Local Boyz, but what local comedy today lacks in superstars, it makes up for with variety. There’s enough, in fact, that when the 2nd annual…
Beer Lab HI is Mānoa’s Newest Brewpub Where You Can Sample Local Craft Beers
Three engineers turn a homebrew hobby into a brick-and-mortar business on University Avenue.
‘Deadpool’ gets it right
Yes! All is now forgiven for that horrible portrayal of Deadpool in “X-Men Origins: Wolverine.” Gone are the ridiculous arm blades and the foolish decision to sew his mouth shut. There’s a reason he’s called the “merc with a mouth!”…
8 fun facts about POW! WOW! Hawaii 2016
Now that POW! WOW! Hawaii is in its sixth year (I know, can you believe it?), I’ve compiled some interesting facts that might surprise you about Kakaako’s homegrown street art festival. How many of these did you know already? Fact…
H.O.T. dreams of ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’
Sponsored Post Dream “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” when Hawaii Opera Theatre (HOT), Hawaii’s only opera company, brings it to life this month. As part of HOT’s “Things Are Not As They Seem” 2015-2016 Opera Season, they’re featuring Benjamin Britten’s inventive…
Most anticipated films of 2016
Now that 2015 has come and gone, it’s time to look ahead to the cinematic offerings of 2016. Of course there will be tons of sequels, comic book films and film franchises with new entries, but a few original films…
Hidden gem: Burgers and Things
Usually hidden gems come through people who live or work in an old neighborhood and have known about the place for years. But this one is sort of new, and I had to find out about it through someone visiting Hawaii. Even…
Touring the Hitachino Nest beer brewery
Deb’s route took us north toward the coast, to Hitachinaka. Yes, Hitachi brand is the primary employer in this area, so pretty much everything bears its name. These towns are cute, but really small, so it was appropriate that I…
‘Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice’ trailer reaction
The new trailer for “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” was launched last night and comic and film geeks are now spending a very productive day at work watching the trailer over and over again and lending their comments and…
Aloha Tokyo! Exploring Nakano Broadway and revisiting Narukiyo
Tokyo fanatics who geek out on the vast amount of comics, games, anime and more should head out to Nakano Broadway, a whole mall with collectible stuff from old-school classics to the current popular characters. Deb Aoki always tells me…
Alzheimers on the Rise in Hawai‘i
A wave of graying boomers will change the way we live and age in the Islands. No surprise, we’re finding our own ways of facing the challenge.
What’s happening for Halloween
Little-known fact: Halloween doesn’t start on Oct. 31. It actually starts, like, NOW. Here’s your guide to the trick or treating, scary movies, costume contests and more happening around town. Wednesday, Oct. 14 Halloween Movie Series Oct. 14, 21, 28…
The 8 Best Things to Do in October 2015
There’s nothing scarier than missing these great events, from an extravagant costume exhibit to local music legends.
‘Flash Gordon’ and the sons of ‘Star Wars’
Well folks, it’s officially “Star Wars” season. As we creep up to Dec. 18, the official release date of “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” let’s rewind the tape back to 1977 to a time when we were younger, more innocent…
Fall faves from Furla
A handful of Hawaii fashion bloggers and industry peeps were invited to Furla in Waikiki to identify handbags we thought would be the IT-bags for Fall 2015. Truth be told, handbags are as much about style, as about function, and…
Top 5 things to do this weekend
Pau hana can’t come soon enough this week, so end it on a high note with various block parties in downtown, Our Kakaako and Waikiki plus a full-fledged comic con all weekend long! Hawaii Literacy Pau Hana Block Party Thursday,…
Top 5 things to do this weekend
Labor Day weekend signals the end of summer, so we’re going out with a bang by hitting up a couple of festivals, a dog show, art exhibit and a comedy show too! Hawai‘i: Change and Continuity Friday, Sept. 4 6…
The 8 Best Things to Do in September 2015
Since we know you’ve already got your tickets for the Hale ‘Aina Awards on Sept. 27, here are eight more ways to get out this month.
6 Shopping, Reading and Laughing To-Dos For This Weekend
Lei Chic’s guide to the weekend’s best events.
Editor's Picks: 5 Great Books for Kids
See our editor's picks of new reads for kids and enter to win a copy. Preschool The vintage illustrations and simple tales of these re-releases from G&D Vintage create timless storybooks that kids and parents will enjoy together. Mr. Wishing…
‘Ant-Man’ – Tiny hero, huge laughs
To paraphrase male model extraordinaire Derek Zoolander, “What is this? A movie made for ants?!” No, it’s a movie made for not just comic book fans, but also all movie fans in general. Marvel continues to bring on the hits…
