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Quizunderstood: How well do you know this year’s batch of tropical cyclones?
1. On Nov. 13, U.S. Congressional Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, D–Hawaii, visited Maui. According to her office, which high school campus did she visit? A. Baldwin High B. Lahainaluna High C. Maui High D. King Kekaulike High E. Seabury Hall 2. Returning from his nine-day trip to Asia, Gov. David Ige announced that Jin Air would add a weekly flight from Hawaii to South Korea. … [Read more...] about Quizunderstood: How well do you know this year’s batch of tropical cyclones?
Quizunderstood: How well do you know the data on Japanese visitors to Hawaii?
1. On June 12, Hawaii Public Radio announced that it had just hired a “longtime public radio journalist” who decided to “put down roots” in Hawaii. Who is the journalist? A. Bob Edwards B. Susan Stamberg C. Neal Conan D. Charlayne Hunter-Gault E. Ira Glass 2. Governor David Ige is traveling to Japan this week. According to a news release his office sent out on June 15, … [Read more...] about Quizunderstood: How well do you know the data on Japanese visitors to Hawaii?
Hawaii Governor David Ige to attend White House State Dinner for Japanese Prime Minister
Hawaii Governor David Ige says he and his wife will attend the upcoming White House State Dinner honoring Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, according to an Apr. 23 news release from the Governor's office. The dinner will take place on Tuesday, Apr. 28. “It is an honor for us to be invited to represent our state and reinforce Hawaii’s strong cultural and economic ties with … [Read more...] about Hawaii Governor David Ige to attend White House State Dinner for Japanese Prime Minister
On The 70th Anniversary Of One Of The Worst Air Disasters In Island History, We Look Back On Life On Maui During World War II
The date Dec. 7 is one of those historical touchstones that instantly spurs a rush of memories and emotions for most Americans. But the date also recalls a dark event in Maui history. This year, Dec. 7 marks the 70th anniversary of one of the worst air tragedies in the island’s history. It happened in 1943, at the height of World War II. Two U.S. Navy Dauntless dive bombers … [Read more...] about On The 70th Anniversary Of One Of The Worst Air Disasters In Island History, We Look Back On Life On Maui During World War II