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Hawaiian Airlines named new jersey patch sponsor for Hawai‘i football team
The Rainbow Warriors will become the first collegiate team to don a jersey patch sponsorship from an airline.
Christian ShimabukuAugust 26, 2026
Waikīkī late-night spot Sidequest revamped its food menu
The sports bar — located in the Waikīkī Monarch Hotel — offers shareable pūpū, plate lunch-style entrees and breakfast all day. Sidequest also recently launched a new happy hour menu that features discounted appetizers.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 26, 2026
Kani Ka Pila Grille Talent Search names winner
This talent search had finalists perform at the Made in Hawaiʻi Festival. Learn which groups performed and who won a paid contract at Kani Ka Pila Grille at the Outrigger Reef Waikīkī Beach Resort.
Katie HellandAugust 25, 2026
Pū Kena is a new coffee trailer in ‘Aiea
The business — which opened earlier this month — is located along Kamehameha in ʻAiea. According to business owner Kawai Mielke, the biz was created to be a gathering place, and one of its goals is to support as many local businesses as possible.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 25, 2026
Kalihi's Andre Ilagan set to make history at U.S. Open
The Farrington and UH alum is the first former Rainbow Warrior to be invited to the U.S. Open.
Christian ShimabukuAugust 25, 2026
HPD investigating body found in Waikīkī dumpster
Jenny Lupton, 50, was found dead in Waikīkī last week.
Michael BrestovanskyAugust 25, 2026
Community Voices: Clean energy schizophrenia
Our state does a lot of giving and taking when it comes to energy use; when all the giving and taking is considered together, legitimate questions can be asked about who is benefiting and who is paying the price.
Tom YamachikaAugust 25, 2026
Ige wasn’t an insurgent. He was next in line.
A senator who chaired the most powerful committee in the Capitol waited quietly while a governor burned through every ally he had. ASD opinion columnist Sterling Higa on what Hawaiʻi’s most famous “insurgency” proves about governing.
Sterling HigaAugust 25, 2026
These Kaua‘i resorts top recent 10Best lists
More Hawai‘i resorts have been recognized by voters in USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. Read on to see who made the lists.
Stephanie SalmonsAugust 25, 2026
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"Thumbs up from the sky! Every time I come back to this photo, I’m reminded that everything will be alright."
"Took these driving from the car...hope you enjoy....there is nothing like a Big Island sky, so diverse, given the landscape and so many kinds of clouds."
Daily Smile: Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026
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Waikīkī Market and ‘Olili are reopening this week
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 24, 2026
Ethiopian Love is now in Kakaʻako
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 24, 2026
Hopohni is a new neighborhood pizza spot in Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 21, 2026
Mugen offers an elevated breakfast in Waikīkī
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 21, 2026
AM to PM Coffee is Oʻahu’s first kei cafe on wheels
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 20, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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Hawaiian martial arts master inaugurates “Warrior Women” exhibit at L.A. Museum
Ed RampellAugust 25, 2026
Vote to keep Oʻahu contestants on ‘America’s Got Talent’
Katie HellandAugust 24, 2026
Best of Hawai‘i Mākeke offers more ways to shop local
Stephanie SalmonsAugust 21, 2026
For Kaua’i pet biz: Anything is paw-sible
Katie HellandAugust 21, 2026
Waiākea High School student wants to bring symphony to Hilo
Katie HellandAugust 21, 2026
Sports
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Former Hawai‘i star receiver John Ursua dives into coaching career
Christian ShimabukuAugust 22, 2026
Q&A: Pearl City Little League manager Ty Takahashi
Christian ShimabukuAugust 21, 2026
With Hawai‘i football in his blood, Wynden Ho‘ohuli looks to lead the 'Bows in 2026
Christian ShimabukuAugust 20, 2026
New UH women's volleyball assistant coach Kolby Kanetake embraces new challenge at alma mater
Christian ShimabukuAugust 19, 2026
Hawai‘i State Senior Tournament celebrates 50th anniversary
Christian ShimabukuAugust 18, 2026
Food & Dining
View allWaikīkī Market and ‘Olili are reopening this week
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 24, 2026
Ethiopian Love is now in Kakaʻako
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 24, 2026
Hopohni is a new neighborhood pizza spot in Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 21, 2026
Mugen offers an elevated breakfast in Waikīkī
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 21, 2026
AM to PM Coffee is Oʻahu’s first kei cafe on wheels
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 20, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
View allHawaiian martial arts master inaugurates “Warrior Women” exhibit at L.A. Museum
Ed RampellAugust 25, 2026
Vote to keep Oʻahu contestants on ‘America’s Got Talent’
Katie HellandAugust 24, 2026
Best of Hawai‘i Mākeke offers more ways to shop local
Stephanie SalmonsAugust 21, 2026
For Kaua’i pet biz: Anything is paw-sible
Katie HellandAugust 21, 2026
Waiākea High School student wants to bring symphony to Hilo
Katie HellandAugust 21, 2026
Sports
View allFormer Hawai‘i star receiver John Ursua dives into coaching career
Christian ShimabukuAugust 22, 2026
Q&A: Pearl City Little League manager Ty Takahashi
Christian ShimabukuAugust 21, 2026
With Hawai‘i football in his blood, Wynden Ho‘ohuli looks to lead the 'Bows in 2026
Christian ShimabukuAugust 20, 2026
New UH women's volleyball assistant coach Kolby Kanetake embraces new challenge at alma mater
Christian ShimabukuAugust 19, 2026
Hawai‘i State Senior Tournament celebrates 50th anniversary
Christian ShimabukuAugust 18, 2026