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The History of Fire Knife Dancing

Before the fire. Before the drums. Before the crowds and the stage lights—there was the nifo oti, the Samoan war knife. Fire Knife Dancing is a show-stopping finale to many luaus. But long before, it was something else entirely: a weapon. The nifo oti, which...

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Invasive Species in Hawaii

May is the start of Invasive Species Awareness Month in Hawai‘i. While recognizing this issue as an "awareness month" is in its eighth year, invasive species have been a problem for much longer than that. The isolated evolution of the plants and animals over...

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Celebrate National Park Week 2025

Today starts the annual celebration known as National Park Week. If you ever needed an excuse to get out and explore America's backyard, this is a great time to do it. The writer and historian Wallace Stegner famously called the national parks "...the best idea we...

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Ocean Jokes for Your Hawaii Vacation (Pt. 2)

Heading to Hawaii? Whether you're soaking up the sun, snorkeling with sea turtles, or just floating your worries away, a little ocean-themed humor is the perfect way to keep things light. So, before you dive in (literally or figuratively), here’s a fresh batch of...

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Looking for Constellations in Death Valley

Stargazing in Death Valley is like nature handing you a VIP pass to the universe. The skies are so dark and clear that the stars practically yell, “Look at me!” But what really steals the show are the constellations. It’s like a cosmic scavenger hunt, and honestly,...

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