Taiwan’s president begins first Pacific tour in Hawaii
Taiwan’s president begins first Pacific tour in Hawaii

December 3, 2024

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te arrived in Hawaii Saturday to begin his first trip overseas since his inauguration, and is expected to spend two nights at the Kahala Hotel before continuing on to visit the three Pacific island nations with which his country still has direct diplomatic ties.

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Honolulu postpones identifying next landfill site
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Hawaii County plans $20M affordable housing project in Waimea
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Kapaa gets island’s first DI crown

Hawaii tourism seen strengthening in first quarter 2025

Honolulu Marathon and related events track toward record runners

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Best of Kauai 2024
Best of Kauai 2024

October 26, 2024

We invite you to explore this special 52-page section dedicated to this year’s over 90 winners and their runners-up, the majority of whom are household names on the Garden Isle. A big mahalo goes out to our dedicated readers, who thoughtfully considered the many qualified candidates and selected this year’s “best.”





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ERSOY: The Real History of Thanksgiving

November 16, 2024

When you hear “Thanksgiving”, what comes first to mind is quite likely roasted turkey and a lot of food. That has become tradition, however Thanksgiving is more than just a day of feasting, it brings family and friends together and gives opportunity to reflect on gratitude and love.