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2 competitors from Kauaʻi make it to ‘Hawaiʻi to the World’ finale on Sunday night
After 4 weeks of show-stopping performances, emotional stories and unforgettable moments from throughout the pae ʻāina, the stage is set for the "Hawai‘i to the World" talent show finale. December 14, 2025 · 05:00am
Don’t wait until it’s too late: State urges residents to take precautions as flu cases surge
Updated data as of Dec. 11 show a sharp increase in flu test positivity and flu-related emergency room visits in Hawaiʻi, which is also experiencing its highest weekly respiratory-related 9-1-1 emergency medical services calls totals since July.Kauai News Lane, road closures scheduled on Kukui and Niu streets Dec. 15-17
Hawaii News UH scientists help unlock sun’s magnetic secrets with artificial intelligence
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Annual U.S. defense bill includes several provisions sought by Hawai‘i congressman
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Schatz votes to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits to protect people’s health care
Senate Republicans, however, who have the majority, rejected the measure; the vote came after Schatz earlier during the week took to the Senate floor, saying President Donald Trump “is making people poorer, and he’s doing it on purpose,” in remarks about about various ways he said Trump is increasing prices of everything in the daily lives of Americans.
2 competitors from Kauaʻi make it to ‘Hawaiʻi to the World’ finale on Sunday night
After 4 weeks of show-stopping performances, emotional stories and unforgettable moments from throughout the pae ʻāina, the stage is set for the “Hawai‘i to the World” talent show finale.
Islandwide Makahiki championship celebrates culture, competition
More than 250 middle school students across Kauaʻi participated in a Makahiki Championship, emphasizing the value of cultural learning for young people.
Lane, road closures scheduled on Kukui and Niu streets Dec. 15-17
The Department of Public Works has scheduled temporary lane closures in Kapa‘a from Dec. 15 to 17 to facilitate traffic signal upgrades and utility pole installations.
Kaua‘i under flood advisory as heavy rainfall moves in ahead of approaching cold front
Increasing rainfall trends with locally heavy showers and thunderstorms along the cold front are expected as it sweeps across the island from west to east.
UH scientists help unlock sun’s magnetic secrets with artificial intelligence
These advances allow researchers to see the sun’s magnetic landscape more accurately and improve predictions of solar activity that impacts life on Earth, including solar flares and coronal ejections that can disrupt satellites, power systems and communications.
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Hawaii News
Schatz votes to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits to protect people’s health care
Senate Republicans, however, who have the majority, rejected the measure; the vote came after Schatz earlier during the week took to the Senate floor, saying President Donald Trump “is making people poorer, and he’s doing it on purpose,” in remarks about about various ways he said Trump is increasing prices of everything in the daily lives of Americans.
2 competitors from Kauaʻi make it to ‘Hawaiʻi to the World’ finale on Sunday night
After 4 weeks of show-stopping performances, emotional stories and unforgettable moments from throughout the pae ʻāina, the stage is set for the “Hawai‘i to the World” talent show finale.
UH scientists help unlock sun’s magnetic secrets with artificial intelligence
These advances allow researchers to see the sun’s magnetic landscape more accurately and improve predictions of solar activity that impacts life on Earth, including solar flares and coronal ejections that can disrupt satellites, power systems and communications.
Hirono co-introduces resolution to mark 50 years of Southeast Asian diaspora in U.S.
The bicameral legislation recognizes the immense contributions of Southeast Asian refugees to the nation’s fabric and advocates for policies that would provide Southeast Asian Americans and refugee communities with greater opportunities to thrive.
Application period underway for those interested in being part of Akamai Internship 2026 cohort
The program — that matches students with Hawaiʻi-based observatories — helps students build clear pathways into high-quality science, technology, engineering and mathematics careers through meaningful project work, one-on-one mentorship, communication skill-building and a final technical presentation.
Annual U.S. defense bill includes several provisions sought by Hawai‘i congressman
Six amendments U.S. Rep. Ed Case, who represents the state’s 1st Congressional District encompassing all of Honolulu, and various other requests — including language encouraging the U.S. Army to fully develop and communicate its plans for the leased lands at Pōhakuloa Training Area — are included in the fiscal year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act.
Big Island News
Resolution marking 50 years of Southeast Asian diaspora in U.S. pushed by Hirono
The bicameral legislation co-introduced by the U.S. senator from Hawai‘i recognizes the immense contributions of Southeast Asian refugees to the nation’s fabric and advocates for policies that would provide Southeast Asian Americans and refugee communities with greater opportunities to thrive.
Back home on the ranch: Two cows returned under new agriculture crimes law in Hawaiʻi
Under Duke's Law, state legislation that went into effect July 1 to strengthen enforcement of ag crimes across Hawaiʻi, the first state search warrant was executed to retrieve farm animals.
Maui News
Keck Observatory observes first gravitationally lensed superluminous supernova
Astronomers have discovered the first-ever spatially resolved, gravitationally lensed superluminous supernova. The object, dubbed SN 2025wny, offers a rare look at a stellar cataclysm from the early Universe and provides a striking confirmation of Einstein’s theory of general relativity. The discovery relied on a chain of cutting-edge observatories collaborating on scientific breakthroughs.
First responders provide gifts to Maui keiki at ‘Heroes and Helpers’ event
Catholic Charities Hawai‘i, Kahului Target Store, and various first responders brought holiday cheer to Maui keiki this weekend at its third annual Target “Heroes and Helpers” event.
Maui Weather Forecast for December 14, 2025
A light to moderate hybrid easterly to southerly weather pattern will continue for the next seven days across the Hawaiian Islands. This weather pattern will...
Kurt Suzuki remembers his Maui roots as he prepares for high profile job as manager of Los Angeles Angels
As the first full-time Major League Baseball manager ever from the state of Hawai’i, Suzuki was humbled as he prepared to go to the Major League Baseball Winter Meetings in Orlando, Fla., on Dec. 6.
