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University of Nevada economist Bo Bernhard talks about the "fun economy" and its impact on Hawaiʻi; a 2026 HIFF documentary celebrates the art of dance shared by indigenous communities across North America. -
Leaders of the Ukrainian Cultural Center Pacific share how Hawaiʻi's Ukrainian refugee community is faring amidst ongoing warfare; Maui disaster response organization Roots Reborn prepare its Day of the Dead celebration. -
UH Marine Biologist Mark Hixon explains REEFrame, a coral restoration project in Waikīkī that uses artificial reefs; Homeroom Hawaiʻi hears from students and staff just in time for the fall holiday break. -
HPR looks at what's on the ballot for the 2026 midterms, the UH Insect Museum unveils a new art show and the Pisces V submarine moves to the Bishop Museum. -
Local 5 union members discuss the cost of living as a new luxury tower, “Park Lane 2,” is proposed for Ala Moana; the Bishop Museum prepares a new exhibit showcasing the deep sea explorations of the Hawaiʻi Undersea Research Laboratory’s submarines. -
Voting rights organizations rally in the streets to get the vote out ahead of November; Historical costume designer Iris Gil Viacrusis shares the story behind Princess Kaʻiulani’s ball gown.
