U.S. Government Shutdown Deepens Travel Industry Crisis

BY COMFORT OGBONNA The year 2025 has proven to be a difficult one for the U.S. travel industry, and the ongoing federal government shutdown is worsening the situation. Travelers across the country are canceling trips and avoiding airports as...

Supercharge Your Travel Points With These 7 Overlooked Strategies

Quiet loyalty partnerships—often just a one-time account link—can funnel thousands of extra points into your balance without changing your habits. Here’s a pro travel tip: When you find the bonuses you have been missing out on, it’s important to...

AZTECS HIT THE ROAD AS THEY TRAVEL TO THE “BIGGEST, LITTLE CITY IN THE WORLD” TO TAKE ON THE NEVADA WOLFPACK.

FRESH OFF A 45-24 WIN OVER COLORADO STATE, SAN DIEGO STATE LOOKS TO CLEAN UP DETAILS TO AVOID BEING DERAILED. Discovered offensive fire power gives the Aztecs weapons heading into conference play. Early indicators are moving the Aztecs into bowl...

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Hiker rescued in serious condition from Diamond Head Crater Trail

KAHALA, Hawaii (Island News) – A hiker was taken in serious condition after being rescued from Diamond Head Crater Trail in Kahala on Monday morning. According to the Honolulu Fire Department (HFD), crews responded to the trail at 11:37 a.m. after...

How Natalie Grabow went from Mountain Lakes to Ironman world champion

After nearly 17 hours of ocean swimming, road cycling and a marathon run, it was "a little wrinkle" that brought Natalie Grabow down. Within sight of the finish at the Ironman World Championships on Oct. 11 in Kona, Hawaii, Grabow tripped on the...

Air travelers rethink plans as US government shutdown causes flight delays, cancellations

Audio By Carbonatix By Doyinsola Oladipo NEW YORK (Reuters) -The federal government shutdown is hamstringing the U.S. travel industry, and its effects are worsening as the stalemate in Congress continues. Travelers are starting to cancel trips and...

Hawaiian Electric solar, energy storage reaches historic milestone

September 29, 2025, 2:00 PM HST Hawaiian Electric has a historic clean energy milestone with its customer-sited rooftop solar and battery storage connected surpassing 1 gigawatt of generating capacity — the equivalent of about 100 million LED...

Meet the rare Florida 'ring finder' recovering jewelry lost along Gulf Coast beaches

When Joseph Miron dives into the Gulf or combs its hot sands with a metal detector in search of a lost ring, he doesn’t ask for money in return, even when the search stretches on for days. His days spent scanning the beaches along Florida’s coast...

SCOTUS to Weigh 2nd Amendment case on Hawaii’s Default Gun-Free Property Law

By Dillon Burroughs / Thursday, October 9, 2025 The justices will decide whether a state government can declare all private property to be gun-free zones for concealed carry holders — unless a property owner posts a sign saying that guns are...

Marist High School band sets tour to perform in Central Europe

After a lot of hard work, patience and time, the Marist High School band will be touring and performing in Central Europe in the spring of 2027. The Marist band has always strived for excellence, and this amazing opportunity will be a great...

Hawaiian coffee joint gets even more 'bad ass' this week

If you ever had a cup of coffee on the Hawaiian islands and thought it tasted uniquely special, you may have chalked it up to just the pleasure of being on vacation. “The unique weather on the islands also produces the perfect balance of...

I’m booking my next international trip during these early Black Friday flight sales

Our editors handpick everything we recommend. We may receive revenue for sharing this content or when you shop through our links. Read more here Seasoned and budding travellers alike know the toils of the flight booking game. They go up, they go...

Hawaii Is Cracking Down On Loud Cars With Noise Cameras

It turns out the Aloha State isn't too keen on exhaust system modifications. Despite having multiple laws on the books prohibiting residents from altering stock vehicle pipes or mufflers for the purpose of making them louder, complaints from Oahu...

Roseanne Barr Sells Hawaiian Ranch For $650K Over $1.9 Million Asking Price

Just days after listing her Hawaiian ranch, Roseanne Barr has sold the sprawling home for a whopping 33 percent over the $1.95 million asking price, according to Relator.com. “We sold the property for $650,000 over asking, attracting buyers from...

The Up-and-Coming City in Hawaii That’s Perfectly Sized

Firefighters rescue tourist with head injury on Kalalau Trail

LIHUE (HawaiiNewsNow) - Kauai firefighters rescued a tourist Tuesday after he injured his head while hiking on the Kalalau Trail. According to the Kauai Fire Department, the emergency call came in around 9:35 a.m. Firefighters arrived at the scene...

DAILY MEMO: ICE Raids The Streets of San Pedro, Long Beach, and More, Kidnapping at Least 30 People

Memo Torres breaks down ICE-related news in Southern California today. Below, you'll find links and references to everything discussed in the video, allowing you to take a closer look at each topic. Wednesday, October 8th. It’s day 125. TODAY’S...

Thinkwell Makerspace to Host "Haunted Beach Party" this weekend

October 8, 2025 – Thinkwell Makerspace is hosting a unique Halloween experience with its inaugural “Haunted Beach Party” on Saturday, October 11, from 6–11 p.m. at The Hub, located at 120 N. Franklin St., Decatur. This first-of-its-kind immersive...

Bondi Rescue star Harries Carroll’s incredible act on a Hawaiian holiday

Bondi Rescue star Harries Carroll has been hailed a hero for saving the life of a three-year-old child while he was on holiday with his family in Hawaii. In an Instagram post, Carroll said the “most incredible feeling” was seeing the child start...