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Global tuna fishing practices pose significant risks to marine protected areas 

In a new study, researchers discover that drifting fish aggregating devices are posing significant risks to half of the world’s marine protected areas.

First Pacific Climate Summit ends with joint commitment to regional resilience

The 3-day summit, which wrapped up earlier this month, established clear pathways for ongoing partnership, focusing on actionable solutions that can be scaled throughout Asia-Pacific island nations and coastal states.

Office of Hawaiian Affairs trustees advance chance to expand Native Hawaiian ownership in media

Trustees emphasized the action does not represent conclusion of a process, but rather continuation of thoughtful and deliberate evaluation.

Kīlauea eruption activity increases, onset of episode 50 to begin today or tomorrow

Vary levels of ash, Pele’s hair and other tephra may fall downwind of the eruption during fountaining episodes, which typically last less than 12 hours.

Volcano Watch: A hui hou to a giant of volcanology

Professor Bruce Houghton retired in 2025 from University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa after 25 years as the Gordon A. Macdonald Chairperson of Volcanology, but although he retired and returned to New Zealand, his connections to volcanology in Hawaiʻi remain strong.

500-foot mural painted by 11 artists to be unveiled at Common Ground Kauaʻi in Kīlauea

A stunning mural titled “An Imparting Landscape” will transform a construction wall into a vibrant celebration of Hawaiian culture.
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Nāpali Coast’s sacred side: Heiau, caves, moon calendar and ancient Hawaiian history
Nāpali Coast after rain: Waterfalls, rainbows, weather and when to go
The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
Nāpali Coast by season: Best times for hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, boat tours

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Global tuna fishing practices pose significant risks to marine protected areas 

In a new study, researchers discover that drifting fish aggregating devices are posing significant risks to half of the world’s marine protected areas.

First Pacific Climate Summit ends with joint commitment to regional resilience

The 3-day summit, which wrapped up earlier this month, established clear pathways for ongoing partnership, focusing on actionable solutions that can be scaled throughout Asia-Pacific island nations and coastal states.

Office of Hawaiian Affairs trustees advance chance to expand Native Hawaiian ownership in media

Trustees emphasized the action does not represent conclusion of a process, but rather continuation of thoughtful and deliberate evaluation.

Kīlauea eruption activity increases, onset of episode 50 to begin today or tomorrow

Vary levels of ash, Pele’s hair and other tephra may fall downwind of the eruption during fountaining episodes, which typically last less than 12 hours.

Volcano Watch: A hui hou to a giant of volcanology

Professor Bruce Houghton retired in 2025 from University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa after 25 years as the Gordon A. Macdonald Chairperson of Volcanology, but although he retired and returned to New Zealand, his connections to volcanology in Hawaiʻi remain strong.

News in brief for June 25: New leadership, Japan expansion, Title IX, free Wi-Fi and more

A quick look at news from throughout the state, nation and more.

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Hawaii County Weather Forecast for June 27, 2026

Moderate to breezy trades are expected to prevail through Saturday, slightly decrease on Sunday, then remain at mostly speeds through late next week...

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for June 27, 2026

The current small, medium-period south swell will continue to fade tonight. Another small, long- period south swell will arrive and fill in on late...

Hawaiʻi County opens application process for Kona Low business recovery grant program

Non-agricultural businesses facing storm related losses can apply for County of Hawaiʻi grant funding to help with repairs.

PUBLIC NOTICE: Aircraft noise to increase during military training around Pōhakuloa Training Area

Military training flights will increase for biennial Rim of the Pacific exercise from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, July 6 to Monday, July 27.

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Maui Surf Forecast for June 27, 2026

The current small, medium-period south swell will continue to fade tonight. Another small, long- period south swell will arrive and fill in on late...

Gov. Green signs budget and issues Intent-to-Veto list

Gov. Josh Green today signed HB 1800, Act 175, Session Laws of Hawaiʻi 2026, the state's supplemental budget bill, which amends Act 250, SLH 2025 and appropriates funds for Executive Branch operations and capital improvement projects.

OHA Board advances historic opportunity to expand Native Hawaiian ownership in Media

The Board of Trustees of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs voted to advance further evaluation and due diligence regarding a potential acquisition involving KITV and KIKU.

Toxoplasmosis is cause of death for Hawaiian monk seal RH32

NOAA Fisheries has confirmed that the cause of death for Hawaiian monk seal RH32, known as Ka‘ale, was toxoplasmosis. Sixteen Hawaiian monk seals, including RH32, are known to have died as a direct result of toxoplasmosis.