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Non-profit organizations
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

US conservatives sue to dismantle Native Hawaiian healthcare scholarships

Conservative campaigners are challenging a federal scholarship program for Native Hawaiian students, claiming it violates federal law and promotes racial discrimination.
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Independent films
fromAnOther
3 weeks ago

Letitia Wright Heads to Hawaii in Prada's Re-Nylon Documentary

Prada's Re-Nylon series documentary highlights Hawaii's ecosystems and promotes ocean education through its Sea Beyond initiative.
France politics
fromThe Local France
3 weeks ago

Non-independence parties gain ground in New Caledonia vote

Non-independence parties strengthened their control in New Caledonia's local elections amid ongoing political tensions and calls for autonomy from France.
History
fromSmithsonian Magazine
1 month ago

After Pearl Harbor, Americans Living in Japan Endured Imprisonment, Torture and a Lengthy Battle to Return Home

A wartime prisoner exchange in 1942 involved trading nearly 3,000 Allied civilians held by Japan for Japanese nationals from the Americas, representing complex diplomatic negotiations during World War II.
History
fromwww.london-unattached.com
2 months ago

Hawai'i: A Kingdom Crossing Oceans

The British Museum exhibition showcases Hawai'i's vibrant material culture, revealing chiefs' regalia, gods' images, and historic ties with Britain including Kamehameha's diplomacy.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Tonga, Cook Islands slam misuse of flags by 'shadow fleet'

Ships are falsely flying Tonga and Cook Islands flags to evade sanctions while transporting Iranian crude to China.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

New Zealand deputy PM heckled day after saying colonisation good for Maori

I'm always amazed by the myopic drone that colonisation and everything that's happened in our country was all bad, said Seymour, who is leader of the right-wing ACT Party and a member of the Maori community. The truth is that very few things are completely bad, Seymour had said, according to local online news site Stuff.
World politics
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Hawaii locals fight back against proposed new hotel

"I think there's a general sense of the community that enough is enough and we need to protect what we love, and we love this place,"
Real estate
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

20 of the Best Things to Do on Oahu, According to Locals

From the famed Waikiki Beach in Honolulu and surf spots on the North Shore to the lush Manoa Valley, Oahu's beauty is legendary. Given its stunning landscapes, cultural attractions, and outdoor activities, the island draws tourists from all over the world. This also means that, like many other Hawaiian islands, Oahu has experienced an influx of over-tourism. Travelers must be aware of their impact on both the environment and the people who call this exquisite place home.
Travel
fromLondon On The Inside
2 months ago

Spend a Sunday at HOME Because Lomi Lomi Is Better Than a Lie-In

HOME is located in a former Triyoga space, but with a very different vibe - less hardcore wellness, more grab a comfy seat, bring a book and accidentally lose the whole day. Phone calls aren't allowed, shoes have to be removed, as do earphones, and whether that's a sign of me getting old or not, those are exactly the kind of rules I like to have at HOME.
Wellness
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

The Hawaii hotel that helped make Waikiki a global destination

The history, in and of itself, makes it unique,
Remodel
Travel
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I grew up in Hawaii, but just now visited its 'Friendly Isle.' Here are 9 things that surprised me about my trip.

Molokai’s slow pace, tight-knit community, and preserved natural and historical character create a uniquely quiet, less-touristy Hawaiian experience.
fromianVisits
2 months ago

'Blimey, never knew that': the British Museum's Hawai'i exhibition surprises

Candidly, most people visiting the British Museum's Hawaii exhibition probably walk in with a lot of stereotypical preconceptions about the island nation. And will walk out with a totally different understanding of it. Understandably, we probably think of it as not much more than the Pacific island nation that's part of the USA, home to Pearl Harbour and the long-running TV show Hawaii 5.0.
History
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