Column: ‘Oko‘a ka ‘o‘opu pake, ‘oko‘a ke ‘Catfish’
Synopsis: There is a relatively new slang expression in English that has been around for about 15 years now. Read more
Kauakukalahale
Column: E pāpā ‘ia paha ke kū‘ai ‘āina ma Hawai‘i?
Synopsis: A bill currently under consideration at the Legislature seeks to make it illegal for foreign (non-American) investors to purchase real property in Hawaiæi. The intent is to reduce the cost of real property by reducing speculation. Are Americans any less likely to speculate? Where are the Hawaiians in this equation? Read more
Column: Pau paha ka hanu i ka mīkini ho‘ohanu
Synopsis: The Philips CPAP machine has been taken off the market because an internal styrofoam piece has been known to disintegrate and release small particles into the system that can be inhaled by the user, thus causing greater health problems than the machine was designed to combat. Read more
Column: Ua noa anei ka inoa ‘Hawai‘i’?
Synopsis: Many people think that they are free to use Hawaiian words as they wish. Read more
Column: Aia i hea ke aloha o ka Sentry Aloha?
Synopsis: Many businesses in Hawaiæi are using the word “aloha” (and even “mahalo”) in their names in order to enhance goodwill and maximize profit. Read more
Column: Ulu ka ‘ulu, pilikia ko lalo
Synopsis: The breadfruit tree provides a wonderful source of nutrients that are healthier than other sources of starch. Read more
Column: Kakua pa‘u, ‘ahua na kipulu, he kuina pa‘u no Papahānaumoku
Synopsis: In following the latest trends in farming techniques to teach our keiki, tendencies are to mix various media, amendments and organic nutrients to create the optimal soil to feed the crop. Read more
Column: He pilikia ke kawili la‘au i kuhikuhi ‘ia
Synopsis: The prescription drugs of today provide benefits for many common chronic conditions, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, etc. Read more
Column: Kuhewai ka hahaua Draymond Green?
Synopsis: Have players in the NBA been assaulted unexpectedly by Draymond Green? Read more
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Column: He ‘uku’ anei ka uku lawelawe?
Synopsis: We call tipping in Hawaiian “uku.” This word means to pay. Read more
Column: Hāli‘a ke aloha no ke Aloha Stadium
Synopsis: There have been so many problems surrounding the Aloha Stadium that it requires demolition. Now the state wants to build a new venue. Read more
Column: Ke pi‘i ka wela, āhea e iho mai ai?
Synopsis: A conference is being held in Dubai to discuss ways to reduce the burning of fossil fuels worldwide. This smells a little gassy. Read more
Column: No ke kūlana waiwai o ke kanaka
Synopsis: As we view the numerical imbalance in the current prisoner exchange between Hamas and Israel, we must ask whether or not every person is truly created equal. Read more
Column: Aloha nō kahi keiki ‘ike ‘ole i ke ‘ai’
Synopsis: The Hawaiian language movement has produced a community of speakers that is heavily dependent on verbal constructions. Read more
Column: ‘O ke kaua honua ‘elua
Synopsis: This is a personal story of my grandfather who experienced World War II when he was 10 years old. This story was shared with me when I was 10 years old. Read more
Column: Ka Sipi o Theseus
Synopsis: While watching “Wandavision,” Vision’s interest is piqued when asked about Theseus’ Paradox. Read more
Column: ‘O ka ‘ōlelo ka ‘ai ali‘i lani e ola ai
Synopsis: Over the last several years, we’ve seen a resurgence of interest in things Hawaiian. From culture, land stewardship, and activism to local businesses and æÖlelo Hawaiæi. Read more
Column: E ho‘i paha i ke one o Luhi
Synopsis: Some newly created Hawaiian terms seem to have been invented simply to establish one-to-one correspondences with English words. Read more
Column: ‘A‘ohe mālama, pau i ka CRB
Synopsis: The coconut rhinoceros beetle is a new pest that poses an existential threat to some of our most precious trees and crops. Read more
Column: Ho‘opili mea ‘ai ma Lele
Synopsis: In the aftermath of the horrendous devastation in Lahaina, it is not surprising that enterprising law firms are advertising their services on TV. Read more
Column: Aloha nō kahi keiki ‘ike ‘ole i ka helu pūnaewele
Synopsis: The nature of public spaces is constantly reflective of technological advancement. In a recent trip to America, a layover in Denver was quite eye-opening. Read more
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