The difference between a helping hand and an outstretched palm is a “twist of service,” according to Laurence Leamer, journalist..
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It was Christmas Eve 2006, when the military vehicle in which Marine Master Sgt. Chris Jordan was blasted by a..
It’s that time of year when the conch shell is blown as a signal to island residents to sign up..
When Braxton Kahawai of Kapolei was in the fourth grade, his mother, Fran, had reason to worry. “His handwriting was..
Prince Kuhio Day is marked annually with a colorful festival parade along Kalakaua Avenue in Waikiki, but a Honolulu elementary..
I am privileged to have come across so many influential and inspirational people since I’ve been writing this column, but..
Two Hawaii Kai siblings are weaving and painting their way through the hearts of everyone they meet. Isaac Lau creates..
Some of my fondest hanabata memories are of Presidents Day. February, of course, is when we celebrate the birthdays of..
Sumire Matsubara is fast becoming a household name in Japan, garnering rave reviews as an actress, model, dancer and pop..
Nearly 70 years have passed since the end of World War II. For many among us, a crisis that enveloped..
A growing movement across the country hitting our shores soon will spotlight young Filipino-American leaders who are making great strides..
Former Radford High School and University of Hawaii quarterback Kenneth Va’a Niumatalolo has reason to beam with pride this week,..
My participation recently at Pawaa In-Ha Park, commemorating the 111th anniversary of Korean immigration to the United States, made me..
It’s 1964. In Hong Kong a song called A Little Bit of Soap is No. 1 for 32 weeks on..
Holiday cheer and gift-giving come easily with great enthusiasm during November and December, but once January starts kicking in, so..
‘Tis the season for two landmark buildings and one Waikiki hotel chain to celebrate rebuilding efforts and acquisitions. Coco Palms..
The loyalty of a friend is irreplaceable, especially if it has four legs, a wet nose and makes it a..
“Keiki in the park, the sun is setting. Mama’s in the kitchen, beef stew’s a cooking. Papa’s busy making room..
Growing up in the Hannemann household, Christmas was filled with laughter, music and magical moments. My sweet mother shopped for..
In sickness or in health, the love of a Kailua couple prevails as home health care living options remain in..
