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Researchers at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa published their discovery in Science that scalloped hammerhead sharks hold their breath for warmth while diving deep to hunt for prey.

The National Association of Letter Carriers is conducting its 31st annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive on May 13 with local donations to support the Hawai’i Food Bank Kaua’i.

The County of Kaua‘i has been distributing compost bins free of charge for over 20 years.

The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, commonly known as the Farm Bill, modifies several Department of Agriculture programs.

Scientists used artificial intelligence to analyze the chemical abundances of old stars and found indications that the very first stars in the universe were born in groups rather than as isolated single stars.

The County of Kauaʻi is seeking feedback from its residents on proposed Climate Adaptation Strategies through an online poll and a series of workshops being held May 10 to June 21.

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck near the Tonga Islands at a depth of 132 miles at 6:02 a.m. on May 10; there is no tsunami threat to Hawai’i.

In accordance with The Safe Drinking Water Act, the Department of Water produces and provides its customers with an annual water quality report by July 1.

Kupu is seeking host sites and participants to work in sustainability-focused sectors like renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and climate adaptation.

The Kauaʻi County Housing Agency held a blessing on Tuesday to mark the start of construction for the 24-unit, $4.37 million Lima Ola Supportive Housing Project in ‘Ele‘ele.

The resolution introduced by Kauaʻi County councilmember Felicia Cowden cites the historical and cultural significance of the derelict Coco Palms resort in Wailuā.

Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders between the ages of 20 and 49 had the highest death rate from any cancer, compared to 20 to 49-year-olds from other racial and ethnic groups.

Motion Management, led by University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa students, won a prize package of more than $36,000.

Speakers will include Gordon LaBedz of Surfrider Kaua‘i and Sari Pastore of Understory Alliance.

Onishi will oversee day-to-day operations and ensure all departments within the Council are working to accomplish the organization’s goals.

“We lower the flags in solemn remembrance of the victims of gun violence in Allen, Texas,” said Gov. Josh Green.

The Kauaiʻi County Department of Public Works announced updates about lane closures on Weliweli Road in Kōloa to install new sewer line.

Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative announced it has maintained its position as the state’s top renewable generator by achieving 60.2% renewable in 2022.

The 1,257-acre Kapāpala Canoe Forest, the only state land designated for cultivating and providing koa for use in kālaiwaʻa, or traditional Hawaiian canoe construction, has a draft management plan that can be viewed online.

U.S. senators Brian Schatz, Tom Cotton, Chris Murphy and Katie Britt have proposed new legislation called the Protecting Kids on Social Media Act, aimed at safeguarding children from the harmful effects of social media.