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A heartwarming Instagram clip shows Maui, a Golden Retriever puppy, listening intently as her grandpa talks to her on a couch, a moment celebrated by fans with thousands of likes and affectionate comments about their bond.
Delta is expanding Hawaii service for next winter: it will resume BOS-HNL with four weekly flights aboard an A330-300 and scale to daily during the holiday rush, while launching MSP-Kahului Maui with five weekly round trips (ramping to daily in the holidays and spring break). This comes as part of a broader Hawaii push that will add extra weekly HNL service from ATL, DTW and JFK, plus an earlier SLC-to-KOA start and bigger LAX-to-KOA aircraft.
UH Mānoa’s Shark Lab, after six years of acoustic tracking, identifies Olowalu on Maui as the first documented tiger shark mating hub, where mature males and females repeatedly converge in a seasonal pattern that overlaps with humpback whale calving. The researchers suggest that mating and foraging opportunities, not just random encounters, shape tiger shark movements, and plan to deploy camera-accelerometer tags to document behaviors and shark–whale interactions.
Pacific Whale Foundation retrieved a rare, nearly intact whale placenta—the second full specimen recovered in Hawai‘i—and will analyze it for measurements and biological samples to better understand whale reproductive health, a find supported by the Quicksilver crew and UH Health and Stranding Lab under proper permits with respectful bio-cultural handling.
Nearly 1,000 Maui households displaced by the 2023 wildfires could lose FEMA rental assistance as a decision on extending the program approaches; the current 18-month aid runs through February 2026, but Hawaii has asked for another extension amid a rental market with under-2% vacancy and rents up 50–60% since the fires. If aid ends, hundreds in modular and direct-lease units and those depending on aid face eviction or relocation, threatening recovery in Lahaina. Contingency plans include Kilohana’s 167-unit modular complex and Ka La’i Ola housing, and officials say extensions could come with milestones to accelerate rebuilding, while the county and state prepare plans to take over units if needed.
The PGA Tour has canceled The Sentry tournament at Kapalua, Maui in 2026 due to severe drought and water restrictions, which also threaten the local economy and charitable contributions that the event supports, highlighting ongoing water management issues and their broader community impacts.
Recent studies reveal that the health toll of the Maui and LA wildfires extends beyond immediate fatalities, with significant increases in lung damage, mental health issues, and indirect deaths such as suicides and overdoses, highlighting the extensive and lasting human health impacts of these climate-driven disasters.
Maui firefighters are battling a brush fire near Kaanapali, Hawaii, which is slowly being contained, leading to road closures and smoke impacting the area, just miles from the site of the devastating Lahaina wildfires two years ago.
A brushfire in Maui, Hawaii, rapidly expanded to 500 acres prompting evacuations and a state of emergency, with no injuries reported. The fire, known as the Kahikinui fire, is in a sparsely populated area and follows devastating wildfires in 2023 that caused significant destruction and loss of life. Authorities have activated emergency protocols and the National Guard to assist with containment and response.
Dwayne Johnson is set to reprise his role as Maui in the live-action adaptation of Disney's 'Moana,' using a bodysuit to achieve the demigod's iconic physique. Despite his naturally muscular build, Johnson confirmed the use of the suit to enhance his appearance for the role, which required hours of preparation each day. The film, directed by Thomas Kail, is scheduled for release in 2026, with newcomer Catherine Laga‘aia playing Moana. Johnson expressed the unique challenge of embodying Maui in a live-action format compared to the animated films.
Dwayne Johnson confirmed he is wearing a bodysuit to portray the demigod Maui in the upcoming live-action adaptation of "Moana." This revelation came after leaked set photos sparked online debate about his physique. Johnson explained that the suit helps achieve Maui's muscular build and intricate tattoos, requiring hours of preparation each day. The live-action film is set for a summer 2026 release, while "Moana 2," the animated sequel, is currently performing well at the box office.
Disney's live-action remake of "Moana" is underway, featuring Dwayne Johnson reprising his role as Maui, marking a unique move for Disney as the original film is only eight years old. A new set photo reveals Johnson's look as Maui, showing the use of prosthetics to achieve the character's animated physique. The film, set to release on July 10, 2026, aims to capture the charm of the original, with Johnson's portrayal of Maui being a key focus for fans and filmmakers alike.
Investigations into the Maui wildfires last August reveal a series of failures in planning and infrastructure, including downed power lines, blocked evacuation routes, and poor communications, which allowed the blazes to grow into a monstrous conflagration, killing at least 101 people and destroying 2,200 structures. Reports commissioned by the Hawaii attorney general and the Western Fire Chiefs Association highlight issues such as failed pipes, low water pressure, overwhelmed emergency responders, and communication breakdowns. These problems were exacerbated by extreme weather conditions and invasive grasses, fueled by climate change and historical land use. Multiple investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the fire and provide recommendations to prevent similar disasters in the future.
A new report by the Hawaii attorney general's office reveals that Hawaiian Electric did not respond promptly to alerts of its power lines breaking before the deadly Maui fire last August, with a utility worker arriving on scene hours after the initial alert. The report raises questions about how the utility and public agencies handled the fire, emphasizing the link between hurricanes and wildfires. The investigation also highlights deficiencies in emergency response, including understaffing and lack of preparedness, while lawsuits and subpoenas continue to seek answers about the disaster.
Two reports released this week shed light on the factors contributing to the deadly wildfires on Maui last August, including communication breakdowns, lack of disaster preparedness, and unprecedented weather conditions. The Maui Fire Department's ill-preparedness and insufficient resources were highlighted, with recommendations for creating new evacuation routes and improving communication systems. The reports also emphasized the need to learn from the tragedy, strengthen emergency response capabilities, and build more resilient communities to prevent future disasters of this magnitude.