Hawaii’s black coral: Protected, studied and still revealing its secrets

Submarine technology has led to discoveries of new species of black coral, Leiopathes glaberrima, off the coast of Hawaii. Using radiocarbon dating, scientists estimate the new species to be 4,265 years old and regarded it as among the longest...

China’s shadow over U.S. climate lawsuits threatens energy supremacy

China’s shadow over U.S. climate lawsuits threatens energy supremacy Over 2,666 global climate litigation cases exist, with the U.S. leading with 1,745, catalyzing debate over foreign influence. Chinese-funded groups like the Energy Foundation...

AMP welcomes over 1,100 maritime academy graduates to the industry

Written by Nick Blenkey Maine Maritime Academy graduates stand at attention at the spring commencement ceremony, May 3, 2025. [Photo: Maine Maritime Academy] The American Maritime Partnership (AMP), the voice of the U.S. domestic maritime...

Empowering Dreams: 94th AAMDC Soldiers Light the Way for Hawaii’s Youth

HONOLULU– Under the blazing Hawaiian sun, camouflage uniforms met youthful dreams on the football field, not in training drills, but in mentorship. Soldiers from the 94th Army Air and Missile Defense Command (AAMDC) traded their tactical gear for...

New Hawaii fireworks laws take effect today

1/2 Swipe or click to see more George F. Lee / GLEE@STARADVERTISER.COM Gov. Josh Green on Monday signed two bills strengthening laws and penalties against the use and import of illegal fireworks. Green was flanked by Rep. Scot Matayoshi, left, and...

With Prime Day Offering Some Tariff Relief, What I've Seen Watching Prices on 11 Key Products

Price hikes resulting from Trump's tariffs could be closer than ever. James Martin/CNET Amazon's Prime Day event is officially here, though it's more like Prime Week. That extra time might be to your advantage, as with the biggest of Donald...

HDOT invites public feedback on Energy Security and Waste Reduction Plan

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - On Friday, the Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) released the Hawaii’s first statewide Energy Security and Waste Reduction Plan for public comment. Officials say this is a major milestone following the...

Popular sunscreen brands Banana Boat, Hawaiian Tropic targeted by consumer watchdog over greenwashing claims

Popular sunscreen brands allegedly took advantage of and deprived consumers of the chance to make informed decisions, with Australia’s consumer watchdog launching court action over greenwashing claims. The parent companies of popular sunscreen...

Top Democrat questions ‘special treatment’ for Alaska, Hawaii in GOP SNAP proposal

Sen. Amy Klobuchar (Minn.), the top Democrat on the Senate Agriculture Committee, questioned why only two states should receive “special treatment” in a GOP-backed plan to reduce federal dollars for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program...

Hawaii National Bank president discusses industry shifts and commitment to community banking

11th Annual Native American Youth in Agriculture Leadership Summit

Details By Levi Rickert June 30, 2025 The Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative (IFAI) is proud to host the 11th Annual Native Youth in Agriculture Leadership Summit. This weeklong event gathers Native American, Alaska Native, and Native...

ESPN Honolulu Launches First-Ever Hawai‘i High School Sports Photo Contest — Powered by Hele!

Got an unforgettable shot from the 2024-25 Hawai‘i high school sports season? Now’s your chance to show it off and win big! ESPN Honolulu is excited to announce our inaugural High School Sports Photo Contest, celebrating the passion, energy, and...

Kauai vs Oʻahu: Which island is better for your Hawaii adventure?

A trip to the Hawaiian Islands comes with even more decisions and planning than your average destination trip. With a 12-hour trek from the East Coast (even a 6-hour trek from the West Coast), a trip to Hawaii isn’t a “quick” trip for any...

Hawaii News Now Earns Emmy for Emphasis on Streaming Content

Momentum Grows for HNN as Content Floods Streaming Hawaii News Now has never been satisfied with the status quo, and that fact was highlighted once again on June 14, 2025, when the media company took home three Emmy Awards, including one for their...

Hawaiian Electric requests funds with tariffs expected to drive up cost of Tesla BESS

The recent documents pertain to a 40MWh/160MWh HECO battery energy storage system (BESS) project destined for the Hawaiian island of Maui. Although the state’s energy regulator has already approved costs up to US$82 million for the utility-owned...

US Senate Bill’s clean energy cuts draw backlash from labour, business

Wind turbines in California in 2024. Among other things, the Senate Bill would roll back incentives for wind, solar, batteries and other clean energy technologies.PHOTO: REUTERS WASHINGTON – The US Senate’s proposed cuts to clean energy subsidies...

Ballot Proposal Would Ban Political Spending from DTE, Consumers Energy

Several statewide groups are working to ban political contributions from utility companies like DTE, Consumers Energy and corporations that hold state and local government contracts. Organizers with Voters Not Politicians and Michigan United...

2024 H-1B petitions: Approvals for employers classified under Transportation and Warehousing industry across Mobile Courant publication area

Ur Mendoza Jaddou, Director of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (left) and Jennifer B. Higgins, Deputy Director. | https://www.uscis.gov/about-us/organization/leadershipUr Mendoza Jaddou, Director of the U.S. Citizenship and...

American Maritime Partnership Welcomes Over 1,100 Graduates of U.S. Maritime Academies to this Critical Industry

WASHINGTON, DC — The American Maritime Partnership (AMP), the voice of the domestic maritime industry, proudly congratulates the more than 1,100 graduates from America’s maritime academies who make up the Class of 2025. These graduates now join...

Local Musical <i>Peace on Your Wings</i> Travels to Hiroshima for the 80th Anniversary of the Atomic Bombings

Photo: Courtesy of ‘Ohana Arts With an invite from the mayor of Hiroshima, local performers of the Peace on Your Wings musical will take part in Japan’s Hiroshima Peace Memorial Ceremony in August, commemorating the 80th anniversary of the atomic...