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Record Breaking Surf

South Shores have seen record breaking months for both June and July this season. I always plan a trip during July since the surf is flat, but this year it was hard to leave. Fun 2-3 foot waves were the rule for south shores most of the month. The...

Wilson's Hot Million - Wie DQ's

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Dean Wilson may have had a slow start in 2008 but his bank account is beginning to show what a true grinder can accomplish when he takes advantage of the moment he gets his game back. As of the John Deere Classic, Wilson had $996,666 in official money won in the 22 events he entered so far this year. He hasn't won any, but he's keeping his eye on the prize. At the John Deere, Wilson knew he had his work cut out for him after Friday play. More »

Lifestyle :: Computers :: Tech Tips

Survey Says

Have you ever tried to set a dinner or lunch with a group of friends or people from an organization but you end up sending and receiving lots of e-mail to figure out before you can agree on a time? Well there is a simple free web application that may help you. It's called Doodle... More »

Entertainment :: Virtual Hawaii :: Hawaii 360

Ala Moana Regional Park Virtual Tour

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Take a 360 degree virtual tour of the Ala Moana Regional Park on the south shores of Oahu. More »

Business :: Real Estate :: Hawaii Home Help

Why Your Home Won't Sell and What You Can Do About It

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It's no secret that real estate prices have softened. The winds of change that have been blowing on the mainland have arrived. And your home is still on the market. The facts are daunting. Here are a few... More »

Sports :: Surf :: Live Green, Surf Clean

The Aargh of AG

For over a century, commercial agriculture had been the backbone of Hawaii's precarious economy. Immigrants from China, Japan, Portugal, Puerto Rico, the Philippines, and other faraway places came to the islands to work in the pineapple and sugar fields, creating the social base for our unique mix of cultures.The fading industry still exists in pockets throughout the major Hawaiian islands, but has seen a steady decline over the last forty years, as tourism, construction, and technology take over as the state's economic torches. More »

Lifestyle :: Travel :: Small World

Hobbits and Other Philippines Fun

I wasn't sure what to expect from my first visit to the Philippines, but I was pleasantly surprised. Before I went, I was warned by more than a few people about the high crime rate and spotty enforcement of the rule of law. More »

Lifestyle :: Art/Leisure :: Safety & the Art of Tattoo

Updating Hawaii's Tattoo Regulations

Many wonder why tattooers are calling for Hawaii's regulations to be updated...who would want tighter guidelines, increased fees? What's up with that? More »

Lifestyle :: Computers :: Internet Safety

Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?

Let's play a game that could answer the question, "Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?" The topic is e-Safety. That means our game is intended to reveal if you have a basic understanding about cyber predators and online bullying, intellectual property rights, as well as the safe operation of the computer and other technology. Let's start the game More »

Lifestyle :: Health/Fitness :: Speed Training

The Truth about Golf Training Aids

If you're ever up early watching those infomercials on the Golf Channel and were wondering whether or not the latest gizmo was going to work for you, here's some helpful advice. More »

Lifestyle :: Art/Leisure :: Style Tips

Harnessing the Power of Color

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The electric color of a sexy dress. Colors that jump out in commercials we watch. Colors that populate a room we walk into: We all respond on some emotional level to color. Without realizing it, the rainbow of colors in our world can have a profound effect on how we feel not only physically, but emotionally. More »

Lifestyle :: Food :: Creative Recipes

Kona Coffee Haupia Coconut Frost

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Imagine the rich taste of Kona coffee intertwined with Island coconut. Add to that a cool, creamy, refreshing, frosty, feel-good-to-the-mouth feeling on a hot summer day. This Kona Coffee Haupia Coconut Frost is easy to make and will not disappoint even the most discerning palates. More »

Lifestyle :: Around Town :: World Wide Ed

Açai in Ha-wa-ii - Part I

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With the hot summer months upon us, there's no better way to cool off than with an ice cold, refreshing treat. And since we've already covered some of the more popular shave ice joints across the state why not go with the latest health trend in Ha-wa-ii... Acai!? More »

Business :: Finance :: Millionaire In Progress

Whoa's The Market!

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Uncertainty has now permeated both the Real Estate Market AND the Stock Market. It's a confusing and challenging time for both casual investors and the professionals. With higher fuel prices, food prices, job cuts and a slow Real Estate Market, it would be expected to find some worry in the average consumer. Here are some tips to weather the storm and keep your head on straight: More »

Business :: Careers :: CareerBuilder Career Center

Is Your Job Recession-Proof?

Though it's difficult to predict exactly how the year will pan out, weak job growth, a slowing economy and troubled housing markets all point to signs of an economic recession. The good news for job seekers is that employers are still hiring and certain industries will survive (even thrive) during hard times. More »

Lifestyle :: Health/Fitness :: HMSA's Island Scene

Telemedicine and Telehealth in Hawaii

A 76-year-old woman living in rural Ka'u on the Big Island suffers from congestive heart failure and severe arthritis. She needs to see her physician, but lives several hours from the nearest clinic. Thanks to telemedicine, the doctor comes to her in a virtual house call, via a videoconferencing device in the woman's home that lets her speak with, and be seen by, her physician. More »

Lifestyle :: Art/Leisure :: Energy Tips

Energy-Saving Tips for Using Your Computer

Do you wonder when to turn off your personal computer to avoid wasting energy? To save energy consider doing the following. Turn off the monitor if you are not going to use your PC for more than 20 minutes. Turn off both the CPU and monitor if you are not going to use your PC for more than two hours... More »

Sports :: Surf :: Living the Surf Life

Record Breaking Surf

Lifestyle :: Art/Leisure :: Baby Talk

Cooking For Six

Somewhere along the line, we went from feeding two people, to feeding six. I swear, when people talk about women having The Change, they should also be referring to the massive change that having children brings, and not just menopause. More »

Entertainment :: Streaming Media :: Road Runner Interactive Webinar

Patty St. Germain's Pathways to Homeownership Webinar

Hawaii's Fastest Internet Service brings you Residential Loan Officer Patty St. Germain for the 13th installment of the Road Runner Interactive Webinar series. Watch as Patty takes us on a journey to the Pathways to Home Ownership. More »

Lifestyle :: Health/Fitness :: Yoga Step By Step

Urdhva Hastasana (Upward Facing Hand Pose)

Urdhva Hastasana arises out of Tadasana. In this pose the sides of the body are full stretched and the spine lifted. By practicing the pose one feels rejuvenated and light. More »

Business :: Technology :: Business Computing

What To Do if You're Having Trouble With Wireless

We continue to see and hear about wireless network implementations that aren't quite up to snuff. Other than unauthorized access, the biggest problem we come across is a dropping signal. More »

Entertainment :: Music :: Around Hawaii With Kim (Local Music)

35 Years of "Goodtimes Together"

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C and K. Two letters that separately, may not mean much to many... but together... for those who know who C&K are, the aforementioned musical duo has built legacies in contemporary Hawaiian music that has passed from generation to generation. More »

Business :: Real Estate :: Hawaii Real Estate Coach

How Do I Make Money In Real Estate?

Some financial planners will tell you that your investment portfolio should consist of 1/3 Cash or liquid funds, 1/3 stocks and bonds and 1/3 real estate. On the mainland many investors play the stock market and some make money and some lose money. In Hawaii, there are probably more investors in real estate than stock investors. More »

Lifestyle :: Art/Leisure :: Living Gen X

The True Adventure of Mr. Thirtysomething

Last month thousands upon thousands of comic book fans, movie fanatics and other people living in a fantasy entirely of another's making invaded San Diego. Yup, the spectacle known as the San Diego Comic-Con had arrived yet again, bringing with it people from another world. More »

Lifestyle :: Computers :: Technology In Plain English

These Are a Few of My Favorite Things

When I took the picture of Pooky, my Shih Tzu, sleeping as he likes to do, upside down, with his favorite things, I suddenly could hear Julie Andrews signing the song. It struck me that we all spend lots of time on the 'net, but the sheer size of it makes it hard to find lots of neat places unless someone tells us, so, I've made a list of some of my favorite things (aka web pages) and I've added a few brief comments on each, but you really need to go there yourself and see what's there. More »

Lifestyle :: Art/Leisure :: Picture This

The Color of Light

You take the picture, you look at the little glowing screen and every thing is red & orange? This isn't what you expected. The light from the house lamp was soft and glowing, not a raging fire storm of red & orange. You are a victim of a poor color balance. More »