Superstition about a curse leads to some second-guessing among visitors who bring home rocks, sand and seashells.
Carla Herreria
Carla Herreria is an associate editor for HuffPost Hawaii.
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Disney Pulls ‘Moana’ Products That Some Found Offensive
Critics said costume products connected to an upcoming film appeared to promote “brownface.”
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Obama Fish: Scientists Name Newly Discovered Fish After President
Three Hawaii scientists want to honor him for his work protecting the environment.
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Hawaii Calls In National Guard As Dengue Fever Outbreak Grows
In the past two months, 79 cases have been confirmed on the Big Island.
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A Glimpse Inside Hawaii’s ‘Forbidden Island’
A single family has owned it for more than 150 years. Just 17 miles from resort-lined Kauai, Niihau remains surprisingly insulated from the outside world.
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A New Approach to the Homeless Problem in Waikiki
Security guards at the Outrigger Hotel are being trained to help the homeless, not just move them along.
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Jason Momoa’s Revolt Against Hawaii’s Thirty Meter Telescope
The Hollywood star of “Game of Thrones” is galvanizing other celebrities to urge their collective 8 million followers to join the protest.
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Kaimuki Restaurant Offers Fresh Start for Those Who Need a Hand
The restaurant — which serves healthy, locally sourced meals — is staffed by former convicts, prostitutes and victims of domestic violence, human trafficking and others in need of help.
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Hawaii’s Notoriously Illegal Hike May Be Gone Forever
A collection of photos pay tribute to the so-called Stairway to Heaven trail on Oahu, which may never be repaired following storm damage.