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Lights, Camera, Kuleana! Hawaiʻi documentary announced as opener for 2026 Be Reel Film Festival

The 2026 Be Reel Child & Youth Film Festival kicks off with a spectacular last-minute addition to launch the four-day festival: the critically acclaimed Hawaiʻi-made documentary, “KULEANA.”

Hawai‘i Tourism Authority educates travelers on how to visit Maui with respect and compassion

“Pack your patience and grace.” “Do not enter the impacted area of Lahaina Town or take photos of the area, even from afar.” “Support local businesses.” These are some of the messages being shared by the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority, as one of the main questions being asked by visitors is how they can support the people of Maui in its recovery.

UH faculty, alumni support public education campaign to protect herbivore fishes, coral reefs

Fish Pono- Save our Reefs, a local public education campaign, aims to raise awareness on replenishing herbivore fish populations for healthy coral reefs.

Fish Pono–Save Our Reefs promotes mindful fishing practices to protect coral reefs

A newly formed organization called Fish Pono–Save Our Reefs aims to raise awareness about the crucial role of replenishing herbivore fish populations in preserving healthy coral reefs. The group, consisting of ocean enthusiasts, scientists, watermen and women, and fishers, emphasizes the concept of living “pono,” in harmony with nature.

Maya Soetoro-Ng Identified as TEDxMaui Presenter

Dr. Maya Soetoro-Ng, the half-sister of President Barack Obama and international studies educator, has been identified as a presenter at the 2014 TEDxMaui event. The partial list also includes: Dave Kalama; Kerrie Urosevich, PhD; Kimi Werner; and Samuel ‘Ohukani‘ōhi‘a Gon, III, PhD.