The history of Hawaii’s state hand gesture will soon be introduced to a new audience worldwide. “Shaka: A Story of Aloha” has ...

A recently published book written by three University of Hawaii at Manoa professors highlights 14 different Native Hawaiian cultural practices from the perspectives of esteemed experts. The book, ...

A blend of Victorian and Hawaiian architectural styles, the Iolani Palace was completed in 1882 and is a fascinating testament to the grandeur and opulence of the Hawaiian Kingdom. It stands as a ...

Are you looking for kid-friendly Hawaii Big Island national parks? Keep scrolling to read my tips for exploring Pu’uhonua o ...

The blazes currently devastating Maui and the Big Island in Hawaii already constitute the state’s worst natural disaster since 1960 – as at least 67 people are confirmed dead, thousands of residents ...

A routine dive off a remote Big Island beach turned into a painful lesson in marine rescue for a Kona fisherman on Tuesday, Dec. 9. One of Hawai‘i’s most accomplished baseball standouts will hit the ...

The drama series follows Momoa’s character, the warrior Kaiana, during the bloody battles for unification of the Islands in the late 18th century before Western colonization. While the show has been ...

Hawaii occupies a strange place in the consciousness of most Americans. For most of us, it’s a vacation spot. A tropical island paradise with idyllic beaches, majestic waves, and towering volcanoes.

2,000 miles away from home, the culture and history of Hawaii stands strong here at UO. The UO Hawaii Club celebrated its 50th annual Lū’ua and Hō’ike on May 3. It was their biggest show yet, with 817 ...

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