Hawaii Teen King Pitts Named 2027 Navy All-American
A defensive lineman from Kapa'a High School in Hawaii is getting national recognition for his football talent. King Pitts will receive his Navy All-American jersey in a special virtual ceremony.
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K-9 Trina Saves Missing Hiker in Hawaii Volcanoes Park
A 70-year-old man survived more than 24 hours lost in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, thanks to a 3-year-old Labrador retriever trained to find missing people. The rescue marks the second life Trina has saved in just two months.
New Guide Helps Save Species from Extinction
Scientists created a groundbreaking framework to help decide when moving endangered species outside their normal habitat is the right choice. The guide includes voices from 250 Pacific community members, cultural practitioners, and indigenous leaders.
Hawaii Launches Free Energy Education Series Online
Hawaii residents can now join free online sessions to learn about solar farming, disaster-proof power grids, and the state's clean energy future. The four-part "Power Up" series starts October 22 and aims to help everyday people understand and shape energy policy.
French Triathlete Wins Ironman World Title, Then Retires
Vincent Luis, 37, conquered the Ironman World Championship in Hawaii on his first attempt, then walked away from the sport at the peak of his powers. The French triathlete turned what many thought impossible into the perfect finale for a legendary career.
Taylor Knibb Wins Ironman World Championship in Kona
American triathlete Taylor Knibb claimed her first Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii, completing a historic double by winning both the 140.6 and 70.3 titles in the same year. Her victory ended a four-year drought for American women at the championship and helped make U.S. podium history.
Honolulu Celebrates Revolutionary Leader Sun Yat-sen at 160
A Hawaiian community is honoring the legacy of Chinese revolutionary Sun Yat-sen with walking tours, murals, and celebrations marking his 160th birthday. The descendants of families who funded his cause 130 years ago are keeping his story alive, even as the buildings he knew have vanished.
Taylor Knibb Wins Ironman World Championship After Comeback
Taylor Knibb claimed her first Ironman World Championship title in dramatic fashion, coming from behind in the final miles after her opponent collapsed from heat exhaustion. Just one year after suffering the same fate herself, Knibb's perseverance and mental toughness led her to victory on Hawaii's Big Island.
Taylor Knibb Wins Ironman Kona With Last-Mile Comeback
Olympic medalist Taylor Knibb overtook the defending champion in the final mile to win the Ironman World Championship in Hawaii, becoming the first American Olympian to claim the Kona title in decades. Her dramatic comeback after struggling in last year's heat shows the power of perseverance.
Vincent Luis Wins First Ironman World Title in Final Season
French triathlete Vincent Luis claimed his first Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii, capping a remarkable career transition from short-course racing. The victory comes during what Luis has announced will be his final season before retirement.
France's Vincent Luis Wins First Ironman World Title at 37
In his first-ever Ironman World Championship and what he called his final race, France's Vincent Luis claimed victory in Kona with patience and perseverance. American Taylor Knibb also triumphed in the women's race after learning hard lessons from last year's DNF.
French Triathlete Wins Ironman in First and Final Race
Vincent Luis retired at the top, winning the Ironman World Championship in Hawaii on his debut attempt. American Taylor Knibb also claimed victory after learning from her heartbreaking collapse just one year ago.