The Hawaiian Word of the Day is kiawe. Kiawe is the Hawaiian name for the Algaroba tree, a species of the mesquite tree, which was introduced to Hawai‘i in the 19th century.

The Hawaiian Word of the Day is 'iewe. 'Iewe is the Hawaiian word for placenta, or afterbirth. It was believed that the placenta took care of a baby prenatally, much like an elder sibling would ...

Pōpolo plants have a long history in Hawaii, and remain a ubiquitous part of island scenery. Now, however, the word pōpolo is most commonly known as a reference to Black people. Pōpolo people ...

But there’s more to these stunning islands than white-sand beaches and breezy palm trees. Beyond the surf breaks and world-class sunsets, Hawaii has a complex story. Navigators were born here.

Fortunately, Hawaii is becoming a kind of Noah’s Ark thanks to the efforts of the Hawaii Island Palm Society, Bamboo Society, Orchid Societies, Rhododendron Society and other concerned groups.

The generic Hawaiian word for “room” is lumi. All you need to learn are the descriptive words that are to follow. As you step into your home, most people walk straight into their living room ...

LAHAINA, Hawaii (AP) — For people around the world, the green leaves that sprouted from a scorched, 150-year-old banyan tree in the heart of devastated Lahaina symbolized hope following Maui’s ...