Louisiana native Dustin Poirier is locked for a UFC BMF title fight in his home state to conclude his career, as New Orleans will host Poirier’s battle with title-holder Max Holloway of Waianae to highlight the July 19 card at the Smoothie King Center. Read more
By some estimates, bringing Qatar’s 747 airplane gift up to Air Force One standards will cost between $1 billion and $4 billion, and might not be completed until 2028. Read more
I don’t understand why Honolulu wants to waste $63.4 million — 80% reportedly to be paid with federal funds — for the Ala Wai pedestrian bridge. Read more
The actions and intentions of Israel exhibit a new frontier in urban planning. Read more
A recent letter seems to place blame on the state Department of Transportation and Honolulu Police Department for the alarming spike in Oahu’s traffic fatalities (“Pattern of isle traffic deaths easy to decipher,” Star-Advertiser, May 12). Read more
Production of salt-pickled cherry blossoms reached its peak in late April in Hadano, Kanagawa prefecture, known for edible yaezakura (double-flowered) cherry blossoms. Read more
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More and more companies have started incorporating game elements into their businesses with an eye toward boosting consumption and reaping additional benefits the process brings. Read more
With a unanimous vote last week, the Honolulu City Council authorized payouts of about $41.4 million in “temporary hazard pay” (THP) for Hawaii Government Employees Association workers who stayed on the job between March 5, 2020, and March 5, 2022, while COVID-19 was raging. Read more
It’s important to remember the havoc and health dangers that COVID-19 brought, just several short years ago — and the real life-saving benefits of vaccination against the virus. Read more
The farm-to-school initiative is set to receive a significant boost in the coming months, perhaps as soon as the next school year, after a proposal to greatly increase food-purchasing latitude and shred red tape sailed through the Legislature. Read more
Across Hawaii, 407,000 rely on Medicaid for access to health care. That is 28% of the state’s population. Read more
Traditional pesto sauce calls for a heavy load of pine nuts and Parmesan cheese, which add fat as well as flavor. Read more
It’s been just over two months since I joined Crave and what a ride it’s been already! Beyond tasting incredible dishes from every corner of the island (I hope you’ve been enjoying them, too), my favorite part has been meeting the people behind the food and discovering under-the-radar spots I may otherwise have never stumbled upon. Read more
Karen Chang Barr’s chile rellenos are like perfect clouds of goodness. The Niu Valley resident came up with this outstanding vegetarian dish after living in Olympia, Washington, and learning more about Mexican food. Read more
If you’re from Oahu and heading to a neighbor island to visit family and friends, don’t leave empty handed! Read more
In this weeknight recipe, perfectly browned chicken breasts are smothered in a creamy spinach sauce that comes together with ease, all in one skillet. Read more
May is National Salad Month and there’s no better place to celebrate than right here in Hawaii, where vibrant, local produce thrives year-round. Read more
Garlicky, gingery and full of bright flavors, this panacea will heal you from within. The amount of spice is up to you, but know that a little red chile lends immeasurable flavor in addition to heat Read more
The trick to creating deeply browned, pan-seared broccoli involves two things: high heat and no touching. Read more
Sommeliers are wine experts who undergo extensive training, gaining deep knowledge of everything from grape varieties to winemaking processes and the best conditions for storing and serving wine. Read more
Rene Paulo Jr. was a full-time musician before he decided to pursue another passion of his — food. Read more
