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New instrument on Subaru Telescope leads to breakthrough discovery

A photonic lantern allows astronomers to see deeper into space than ever before using a single telescope.

Southwest Airlines shifting strategy, reducing Hawai‘i flights in 2025

The airline that entered the interisland market in 2019 is reducing its flights between islands by as much as 30% beginning in April of next year and also reshaping it services between the mainland and Hawai‘i beginning in the summer.

Shaka documentary to debut at film festival in Los Angeles

The producer/writer of the film said his initial goal was to produce a 20-minute short for classroom use but the story turned out to be bigger than anyone could have imagined.

Roller derby athletes come together statewide to form team Aloha Skate

Aloha Skate’s players are ready to improve their game, as roller derby in Hawai‘i continues to rebuild in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Southwest nonstop flights ends Sept. 5 between Los Angeles and Big Island, Kaua‘i airports

Southwest Airlines once again will end daily nonstop flights between Los Angeles and the airports in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island and Līhuʻe on Kaua‘i the day after Labor Day.

UH Hilo Announces Passing of Former Chancellor Kormondy

University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Interim Chancellor Marcia Sakai reports of the passing of former Chancellor Edward J. Kormondy.

Hawaiian Airlines Adding New Flights

Hawaiian Airlines announced it will begin daily non-stop flights between Long Beach (LGB) and Honolulu (HNL) this summer.

Man Dies Aboard Hilo-Bound Flight

A man died aboard a United Airlines flight headed to Hilo from Los Angeles, Calif. Wednesday evening.

Kona Powerlifter Earns Special Olympics Gold

In his first ever competition outside of the state, Kona’s Isaiah Wong earned two gold medals and two silver medals at the Special Olympics World Games.

Big Island Represented at Special Olympics World Games

Three Special Olympics Hawai’i athletes, including Kona’s Isaiah Wong, will compete in the Special Olympics World Games, held in Los Angeles.