Column: Ma hea ka Hawai‘i o ke Kulanui o Hawai‘i?
Are locals incapable of leading ourselves into the future? Read more
Are locals incapable of leading ourselves into the future? Read more
Synopsis: Florida has been struck by numerous hurricanes over the years. As the effects of global warming become increasingly common, so are occurrences of these powerful forces of nature. Read more
Synopsis: A recent court ruling will make gambling on election results legal. This could result in actions tantamount to buying an election. Read more
Synopsis: If electric vehicles cause fewer problems for the environment, why are sales down this year? Read more
Synopsis: Many people have fallen victim to “pig butchering” scams. Here it is referred to as being caught in a spider’s web. The perpetrators have acted with impunity, but that is changing. Read more
Synopsis: There are many popular hairstyles for men with quaint foreign names. In order to speak of them in Hawaiian, I have suggested some Hawaiian alternatives. Read more
Synopsis: As more and more speakers acquire the capacity to express their thoughts in Hawaiian, it is important to avoid calquing the English. Read more
Synopsis: An outbreak of EEE (Eastern Equine Encephalitis) in America and a longer, wetter summer have made it comfortable for mosquitoes to breed and bite. Read more
Synopsis: Would you support Donald Trump for president of the United States if he intended to pull out of Hawaiæi and recognize our sovereignty? Read more
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Synopsis: Who would be ashamed of their own ethnic heritage? Donald Trump has recently called into question the connection Kamala Harris has with her Black heritage. Read more
Synopsis: The Department of Land and Natural Resources is cracking down on hotels and companies that are presetting beach chairs and umbrellas that are unoccupied and unused. Read more
Synopsis: Should we support managed tourism, which seeks to maximize profit that will ultimately be exported to other parts of the world and subsequently be of little value to the people of Hawaii? Read more
Synopsis: Deep-sea mining can deplete the amount of oxygen necessary to sustain life on the ocean floor. Read more
Synopsis: Some researchers are suggesting, based on a study of 27,000 participants, that the cognitive function of night owls is superior to that of early risers. Read more
Synopsis: During the first presidential debate on June 27, both candidates failed to recognize the human toll of Israel’s assault on Gaza, and revealed the shameful failure of the U.S. to defend the humanity and rights of Palestinians. Read more
Synopsis: The state visit of the emperor and empress of Japan took place in the United Kingdom between June 22 and June 28. Read more
Synopsis: As more and more people learn Hawaiian, the language begins to enjoy greater practicality. As its value increases, so does competition for the right to use it. Read more
Synopsis: Should students be allowed to use their cellphones in school? Despite all the pitfalls that could occur, the cellphone can be a valuable asset for education. Of course, it needs to be used judiciously. Read more
Synopsis: The military has been relying on volunteers for over 50 years. Recently, however, it has not been able to meet its intended quotas. Read more
Synopsis: A new issue has arisen regarding the mining of metals from the ocean floor. Read more
Synopsis: While visiting family in Wisconsin, we experienced a tornado watch and had to shelter in the basement. Read more