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Honolulu Pride: LGBTQIA+ Events in October 2025
Photo: Courtesy of Capitol Modern First Friday at Capitol Modern Friday, Oct. 3, 5 to 9 p.m. Celebrate the start of Pride Month at the state art museum, where there will be live music by DJ Aitu, Izik and DJ Tittahbyte as well as performances by...
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Things to do in Long Beach: Pagan Pride Day, flu clinics, fix-it clinic and more!
Long Beach residents can look forward to a full week of creative and educational community events. From art workshops, children’s activities, health & wellness events, outdoor gatherings and more, there’s an opportunity for everyone to learn,...
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What makes Washington one of top 10 states for hiking?
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The Daily Chronicle - Washington State
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Sara Schilling / The Olympian (TNS) From Skyline Trail at Mount Rainier National Park to The Enchantments near Leavenworth, the Evergreen State is home to some stunning trails. And whether you’re a seasoned backpacker hoping to push yourself, or a...
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Study urges action along coastal communities with US projected to lose half its beaches by 2100
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A new study is rallying coastal communities to protect themselves amid big cuts to federal climate resilience programs. The Surfrider Foundation released its 2025 State of the Beach report, noting more than half of...
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Tourism softening prompts job cuts and reduced hours for Hawaii workers
Reductions in work hours and layoffs have started in Hawaii’s visitor industry following a softer than expected summer and fall. The state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism reported Tuesday that there were 806,776 total...
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Study urges action along coastal communities with US projected to lose half its beaches by 2100
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A new study is rallying coastal communities to protect themselves amid big cuts to federal climate resilience programs. The Surfrider Foundation released its 2025 State of the Beach report, noting more than half of...
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Woman stopped in a convenience store on her way to work to buy some lottery tickets. She walked out $100K richer
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
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Help sought for Oct. 20 restoration work at Baldwin Beach
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The Maui News - Hawaii
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People can participate in a dune restoration event at Baldwin Beach, also known as Kapukaʻulua, from 8 to 10 a.m. Oct. 20 at Lower Pāʻia Park. According to event organizers, volunteers will help plant 750 native coastal plants, including pōhuehue...
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We found out everywhere ‘The Vince Staples Show’ filmed in Long Beach
Anyone who watched season one of Netflix’s “The Vince Staples Show” — a comedy inspired by the local rapper’s fictionalized life — likely spotted a few notable filming locations around Long Beach. Sunrise Donuts on Seventh Street and El Dorado...
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Phu Quoc named Asia’s most beautiful island and one of the world’s Top 3 by Condé Nast Traveler
Hanoi (VNA) - The most anticipated global travel award of the year – Readers’ Choice Awards 2025 by Condé Nast Traveler (the US) – has officially announced Phu Quoc among the world’s most wonderful islands, ranking No.1 in Asia and third globally....
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Hiker rescued after sliding on trail, injuring ankle
KAILUA (HawaiiNewsNow) - Honolulu firefighters rescued a 25-year-old male hiker Wednesday after paramedics said he had slid and injured his ankle. Firefighters responded to the Olomana Ridge Trail just after 11 a.m., according to HFD. Emergency...
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Makana Eyre: The Big Five’s Blueprint For Hawaiʻi Still Shrouds The Islands
In many cases, the business interests of the Big Five evolved rather than vanished. The problems they sometimes caused followed as well. In the lore of my Chinese forebears is a story about my grandparents, Walbert and Ethel Chong, and a small...
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10 Last-Minute DIY Halloween Costumes That Don’t Totally Suck
If you’re anything like me, you absolutely adore Halloween yet leave your costume to the very last minute. But don’t worry: there’s still time to wow the crowd. The best part? You won’t need to break the bank in doing so. Here are 10 DIY Halloween...
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Hawaiian and global executives headline 2025 AHICE Aloha speaker program
Over 50 leading hotel industry executives, owners, developers, advisers and suppliers are set to take to the stage in Honolulu on November 7 for the 2025 AHICE Aloha Hotel Industry Conference and Exhibition at Prince Waikiki. The 2025 event builds...
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Delta crew member accidentally deploys emergency slide
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Record Herald - Pennsylvania
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A Delta Air Lines crew member accidentally deployed an emergency slide at an arrival gate in Pennsylvania, potentially costing the airline thousands of dollars and derailing passengers’ plans. The ordeal happened Saturday, Oct. 25 at Pittsburgh...
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Allen returns to Hawaii, hosts sand volleyball clinic in Kona
KAILUA-KONA — One of Hawaii’s most storied volleyball players recently hosted an exclusive event right in Kailua Village. KAILUA-KONA — One of Hawaii’s most storied volleyball players recently hosted an exclusive event right in Kailua Village. On...
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Hiker hospitalized after fall on Olomana Ridge Trail
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KITV - Hawaii
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KAILUA, Hawaii (Island News) – A hiker was taken to an emergency room after falling on the Olomana Ridge Trail Wednesday morning. According to the Honolulu Emergency Medical Services (EMS), they responded to the trail at approximately 11:15 a.m....
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Which former high school stars from Honolulu County area will be in action for the week of Monday, Oct. 13?
These ex-Honolulu County area high school standouts will take the field during the week of Monday, Oct. 13. AJ Bianco Nevada Wolf Pack Junior 6′4″ 219 Saint Louis High School Hometown: Lahaina Next Game: vs. New Mexico Lobos, Saturday, Oct. 18,...
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Pseudo-journalism: Pink-slime
20 solo travel tips for women from the Lonely Planet experts
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Lonely Planet
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If you’re eager to see the world, why hold out for the ideal travel companion? Solo journeys create indelible memories. Yet while voyaging by yourself can exhilarate, it can also be daunting – especially for female travelers. That’s why we asked a...
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Raise a stein for a good cause: Helping Hands Hawaii brings Oktoberfest to Waikiki
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Helping Hands Hawaii (HHH) is inviting the community to raise a glass for a good cause at the organization’s Oktoberfest fundraiser. The event is set to take place Friday, October 10, at 5 p.m. at the Alohilani Resort...
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