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The Universe’s Engine Is Changing: DESI Hints Dark Energy Isn’t What We Thought
The Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument is mounted on the U.S. National Science Foundation’s Nicholas U. Mayall 4-meter Telescope at Kitt Peak National Observatory—a program of NSF NOIRLab—in Arizona. Credit: KPNO/NOIRLab/NSF/AURA/B. Tafreshi...

Hawaii labor force is shrinking as population ages, workers leave
Hawaii’s labor force continues to shrink on this Labor Day, leading to fears of an even bigger workforce crisis ahead as the population ages, retires and dies and younger employees continue to leave for more affordable states. Efforts continue to...

High tourist tax in Hawaii designed to raise funds for climate change challenged by lawsuit
Stewart Chiron, a Miami-based cruise industry expert known as "The Cruise Guy," tells Fox News Digital the reasons why cruise passengers are sailing now, more than any other time in history. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Hawaii’s...

Hawaii island residents, Police Commission discuss search for next chief
The search for the next Hawaii County police chief and the department’s involvement with federal immigration enforcement were the hot topics at a recent Police Commission meeting at the County Council chambers in Hilo. The search is necessitated...

Hawaii’s Abundant and Ignored Earth
To visit Hana, a small, remote town on the island of Maui, most people wake at the crack of dawn, hop in convertible Mustangs, and drive the 45 miles from the regional airport, returning the same day. The highway sinews along the lip of the...

This unforgettable luau experience made my first night in Hawaii magical
Before my trip to Hawaii, I’ll confess I had no idea what a luau actually entailed. During my research before my trip, I discovered that many tourists attend luaus, or traditional Hawaiian parties or feasts, to immerse themselves in the Hawaiian...

Cruise industry sues Hawaii over climate tax
The cruise industry is filing suit against a tourist tax that Hawaii plans to charge in an effort to mitigate the effects of climate change on the string of islands. In a lawsuit filed last week at the U.S. District Court for the District of...

HOOSER: Community wins big against Syngenta and BLNR at Hawaii Supreme Court
Uncle Loui Cabebe is smiling down upon us, of that I have no doubt. As a member of Ke Kauhulu O Mana and a plaintiff in our community’s recent huge win at the Hawaii Supreme Court, his legacy of caring and protection of the aina lives on. Uncle...

Hawaii Volcano Circus seeks to expand SPACE campus
The Windward Planning Commission on Thursday will consider a proposal to expand the Seaview Performing Arts Center for Education in Kalapana Seaview Estates in Puna. The Windward Planning Commission on Thursday will consider a proposal to expand...

Cruise line trade group sues Hawaii over increased tax
Hawaii's new "Green Fee," a 0.75% increase in the transient accommodations tax, will apply to cruise lines for the first time starting in 2026. The Cruise Lines International Association and other plaintiffs are suing Hawaii, claiming the tax...

Hawaii college student turns dorm-room dream into swimwear line
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - In two years, local swimwear brand CheekiSwim has won over fans with its unique island designs and it’s launching a new collection. What started as an idea in a dorm room has turned into running all parts of a business...

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for September 01, 2025
Hilo Tonight: Mostly cloudy with scattered showers. Lows 66 to 72 near the shore to 53 to 61 at 4000 feet. East winds up to 10 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent. Labor Day: Mostly sunny with isolated showers. Highs 79 to 86 near the shore to around...

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for September 01, 2025
Forecast for Big Island Windward and Southeast Shores Tonight Monday Surf Surf PM AM AM PM North Facing 2-4 2-4 3-5 3-5 East Facing 2-4 2-4 2-4 2-4 South Facing 2-4 2-4 2-4 2-4 TONIGHT Weather Partly sunny until 6 PM, then partly cloudy until 12...

September Energy, Sustainability, and Infrastructure Washington Update
Introduction While August is typically a quiet month with Congress out of session, there were several significant developments in energy and environmental policy. The Department of Energy (DOE) rolled out plans for over $1 billion in funding to...

Labor & Industry pushback against proposed home care changes
(The Center Square) - The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry is leading a coordinated response from 23 states to proposed rollbacks by the U.S. Department of Labor. The rollbacks would undo an Obama-era change, reverting regulations to...

Honolulu Landing in Puna eyed for preservation
The Hawaii County Council is renewing its push to acquire a historic stretch of coastal land in Puna, urging the Department of Finance to proceed with the purchase of a 364-acre property in Pahoa using dedicated conservation funds. The Hawaii...

Hawaii kicker Kansei Matsuzawa’s legend grows in defeat
MARCO GARCIA-IMAGN IMAGES Hawaii Rainbow Warriors placekicker Kansei Matsuzawa (17) reacts after making the winning field goal over the Stanford Cardinal during the second half at Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex. TUCSON, ARIZ. >> With...

Joint statement from CAPAC, Georgia members on Georgia immigration raid
WASHINGTON, D.C. (CAPAC) — Members of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus and Georgia’s Congressional Delegation issued the following joint statement in response to an immigration raid at a manufacturing site in Ellabell, Georgia — the...

Aussie fitness industry power couple ties the knot in lavish ceremony on Waikiki Beach
By JIMMY BRIGGS, SHOWBUSINESS REPORTER Published: 10:22 EDT, 2 September 2025 | Updated: 10:25 EDT, 2 September 2025 Lauren Simpson and Mark Carroll tied the knot on Saturday in a glamorous beachfront ceremony in Hawaii. The Australian fitness...

Kiko expected to reach major hurricane status in East Pacific
1/2 Swipe or click to see more NOAA A satellite view this morning of Hurricane Kiko far east of Hawaii. 2/2 Swipe or click to see more NATIONAL HURRICANE CENTER The 5-day forecast track for Hurricane Kiko as of 5 p.m. Tuesday UPDATE: 6:40 p.m....