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Zippy's, Diamond Bakery create limited soda cracker box
The collaboration commemorates Zippy's 60th and Diamond Bakery's 105th anniversaries.
Stephanie SalmonsApril 16, 2026
Documentary featuring professional surfer to screen at Wai Kai
Growing up, Sheldon Paishon experienced homelessness on Oʻahu's west side. A documentary about his life — and the mentor who helped him find success as a professional surfer — will be screening at Wai Kai this week.
Katie HellandApril 16, 2026
The fight never has to end
There have always been beefs and scraps in Hawai‘i's schools. Now fights are social media events, incentivizing kids to put on bigger and more violent shows for the audience, writes ASD opinion columnist Sterling Higa. This is going to get someone killed.
Sterling HigaApril 15, 2026
Hamada: Why tip your servers?
Inspired by a viral TikTok, ASD Columnist Rick Hamada talks tipping, customers' standards and protocols, concern over servers' paychecks, and more.
Rick HamadaApril 15, 2026
Istanbul Hawaiʻi launches its spring menu
The Kakaʻako eatery’s new spring menu features lighter flavors and seasonal ingredients. Enjoy revamped dishes like hand-rolled pasta filled with Miyazaki A5 wagyu, chicken tagine with Kula orange and lemon blossom oil, and aged steak with zucchini sauce.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 15, 2026
Flair European Steakhouse is reopening in Kakaʻako
The eatery, which was temporarily closed for about two months, is reopening this week with a new chef and revamped menu.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 15, 2026
A mystery on the Koko Crater Trail
If you think climbing 1,000 steps is scary, just wait until you hear who — or what — you might meet at the summit!
Lopaka Kapanui and Tanya KapanuiApril 15, 2026
Lāna‘i resort tops list of 10 best golf resorts in the U.S.
The course "offers some hard-to-beat features, including a Jack Nicklaus-signature course built on lava outcroppings,” the list reads.
Stephanie SalmonsApril 15, 2026
What's new at Ala Moana Center
The shopping center has welcomed a number of new tenants with more coming soon.
Stephanie SalmonsApril 15, 2026
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Daily Smile: Thursday, April 16, 2026
"My wife and I stayed at a friend’s house in Kailua, and was presented with this God-created ski from their backyard; after a WOW and AHHHH of appreciation, I was thankful for another glorious Kailua evening."
Daily Smile: Wednesday, April 15, 2026
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604 Clubhouse revamped its brunch buffet
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 14, 2026
Ginza Bairin Tonkatsu has a new, late-night happy hour
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 14, 2026
Rise and Grind Coffee Bar expands
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 13, 2026
New Girl Dinner in downtown Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 13, 2026
Where to celebrate Mother’s Day – part 1
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 11, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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Ledward Kaapana, Hōkūleʻa tribute and more: What to do on Oʻahu Friday, April 17, to Sunday, April 19
Katie HellandApril 14, 2026
Hawaiʻi-based artists participate in 24-hour play festival
Katie HellandApril 14, 2026
Merrie Monarch Festival names 2026 winners
Katie HellandApril 12, 2026
Kumu Hula Micah Kamohoalii blends tradition and fashion at Merrie Monarch
Katie HellandApril 11, 2026
Ziggy Marley reflects on benefit show, new album
Katie HellandApril 10, 2026
Sports
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Rising pro surfer Kalā DeSoto finds purpose in the ocean
Donalyn Dela CruzApril 15, 2026
The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: UH men's volleyball closes out home slate
Christian ShimabukuApril 13, 2026
Hawai‘i baseball gears up for prolonged road trip after rare series win against UC Irvine
Christian ShimabukuApril 13, 2026
Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship set for Hawai‘i debut in card packed with local talent
Christian ShimabukuApril 11, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball closes in on Big West regular season title
Christian ShimabukuApril 10, 2026
Food & Dining
View all604 Clubhouse revamped its brunch buffet
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 14, 2026
Ginza Bairin Tonkatsu has a new, late-night happy hour
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 14, 2026
Rise and Grind Coffee Bar expands
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 13, 2026
New Girl Dinner in downtown Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 13, 2026
Where to celebrate Mother’s Day – part 1
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 11, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
View allLedward Kaapana, Hōkūleʻa tribute and more: What to do on Oʻahu Friday, April 17, to Sunday, April 19
Katie HellandApril 14, 2026
Hawaiʻi-based artists participate in 24-hour play festival
Katie HellandApril 14, 2026
Merrie Monarch Festival names 2026 winners
Katie HellandApril 12, 2026
Kumu Hula Micah Kamohoalii blends tradition and fashion at Merrie Monarch
Katie HellandApril 11, 2026
Ziggy Marley reflects on benefit show, new album
Katie HellandApril 10, 2026
Sports
View allRising pro surfer Kalā DeSoto finds purpose in the ocean
Donalyn Dela CruzApril 15, 2026
The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: UH men's volleyball closes out home slate
Christian ShimabukuApril 13, 2026
Hawai‘i baseball gears up for prolonged road trip after rare series win against UC Irvine
Christian ShimabukuApril 13, 2026
Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship set for Hawai‘i debut in card packed with local talent
Christian ShimabukuApril 11, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball closes in on Big West regular season title
Christian ShimabukuApril 10, 2026