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Yahoo
6 days ago
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Kaʻahumanu St, from Downtown Honolulu to Pearl City
HONOLULU (KHON2) — In the ahupuaʻa of Waiau, which lies in the moku of ʻEwa here on Oʻahu, stands a roadway named in honor of King Kamehameha's favorite wife. We are speaking of Kaʻahumanu St. Born to chiefly parents in Hāna, Maui, Kaʻahumanu grew up to become one of the most powerful of her time. The Queen honored via the busy Queen St She was taken by Kamehameha as his wife in 1785 prior to his unification of the Hawaiian Islands. Her father, Keʻeaumoku, stated to the future King that the only person strong enough to rebel against him was Kaʻahumanu. Because of this fear, Kamehameha had declared a law that any man who were to sleep with her would be killed. Following the King's death, Queen Kaʻahumanu became the first Kuhina Nui, or co-ruler of the Hawaiian Kingdom. The Kaʻahumanu Street of today is not the first as many of the earliest Honolulu streets are no you imagine where I now stand used to be the intersection of Merchant and Kaʻahumanu Streets once upon a time? What was the center of Honolulu's business district during the monarchy? Kaʻahumanu Street played a significant role. Known previously as Beef Lane or Kaukau Lane, native markets line the street along with shipping trade merchants. Hawaiians called it Pipi kaula, meaning 'jerked beef,' Naʻau puaʻa, meaning 'pig intestines,' and Naʻau kakemeaning 'sausage.' It wasn't until August 30, 1850, when the name Kaʻahumanu was chosen by the Privy Council. It was then that a total of thirty-five streets received their official names. Check out more news from around Hawaii Nearly half remain. Did you know? Now you do! Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Time of India
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Why Gen Z loves Gojo more than Goku: The new face of Shonen Anime
Credits: YouTube by Sacred Saiyan The era of raw power in the 1980s, Dragon Ball's Goku personified the classic shonen hero – cheerful, endlessly strong and focused on training and fighting. He rarely doubted himself or his morals, and simply pushing past limits was his goal. As one Times of India feature notes, Goku 'debuted in the 1980s' and remains 'the benchmark of all 'strongest anime characters''. His approach was straightforward: good beats evil through sheer strength. Indian fans who grew up with Goku still fondly recall playgrounds echoing with 'Kamehameha' shouts. These older heroes inspired loyalty by example – they were powerful role models, even if they didn't always show their struggles or fears. Naruto – The underdog with heart Credits: Crunchyroll By the late 1990s and 2000s, shonen protagonists began to show more emotion. Naruto Uzumaki's story – of an orphaned outsider who longs to be acknowledged – introduced themes of loneliness and acceptance. He still never gave up, but his journey was filled with tears, self-doubt, and complex backstories. For example, one Indian fan explained that Naruto 's appeal lies in the 'complex background of the characters and the protagonist's unwavering determination'. This reflects a shift: Naruto's perseverance (against all odds and internal pain) became a model of hope . A Times article notes that Naruto starts 'alone and unpopular, yet he never gives up,' embodying the message of 'never giving up' that Gen Z finds inspiring. Indian fans connected to Naruto's struggles with friendship and acceptance – problems they could relate to in their own lives. The new emotional hero – Deku and beyond Credits: Crunchyroll Today's shonen stars like Izuku Midoriya (Deku from My Hero Academia ) or Tanjiro ( Demon Slayer ) are even more openly vulnerable . Deku is a boy who cries, panics and overthinks – he's defined by empathy and self-doubt as much as his heroic drive. These heroes wrestle publicly with fear and guilt, showing tears on screen and talking about mental pain. They also inspire through kindness: as Times of India reports, newer heroes (including Gojo and Yuji from Jujutsu Kaisen , or Tanjiro) 'show courage, kindness and loyalty even when the odds are stacked against them'. In other words, their strength comes with soul. They teach young fans that it's okay to feel afraid or sad – and that true heroism can include asking for help and caring for others. This emotional complexity resonates strongly. One teen fan observed that 'anime characters often struggle with their identities… watching them overcome their challenges gives us hope'. Modern shonen stories openly tackle grief, injustice and self-acceptance, giving fans a language to describe their own feelings. Complexity and grey areas – Gojo, Yuji and today's trials Credits: Crunchyroll Some very recent heroes blur the line between hero and anti-hero. In Jujutsu Kaisen , Yuji Itadori's battles force him to choose between competing values (and even his own humanity), while his mentor Satoru Gojo hides a lonely heart behind a playful facade. These characters are powerful, but also far from perfect: they make mistakes, carry doubts, and sometimes question authority. Fans even debate villains – e.g. a recent Twitter clash over Sukuna (JJK) vs. Muzan (Demon Slayer) highlighted how audiences now admire complexity on both sides. As one Times of India feature notes, such rivalries 'reflect generational shifts' – Demon Slayer made anime mainstream, while Jujutsu Kaisen is seen as the 'hot new successor'. In other words, new heroes don't just punch their way to victory; they argue, grieve, and question the world . This moral ambiguity and depth speak to a world where right and wrong aren't always clear-cut. Gen Z, India and the fandom Gen Z fans have embraced these evolving heroes. Anime's rise here is undeniable: streaming services report that India is now Crunchyroll's second-largest market, with one exec noting anime's popularity has 'skyrocketed… particularly among Gen Z'. Younger viewers say they see their own journeys in these characters. For many, watching a hero cry or struggle feels real: 'the stories… are very relatable,' said one fan, adding that anime heroes teach 'fighting your battles [and] dealing with things with patience'. Indeed, fans often feel these shows mirror their own challenges : as one fan put it, seeing a character 'overcome their challenges gives us hope and sometimes even a roadmap for our own lives'. Indian fans aren't just passive viewers. Communities, clubs and cosplays are booming. For example, the Bangalore Anime Club screens shows and hosts meetups, and cosplayers across the country proudly create elaborate costumes. As one cosplayer explains, fans literally 'use their body as the canvas' for characters they love. Social media also amplifies fan culture: clips and memes on TikTok, YouTube and Instagram spread Naruto 's ninja way or Jujutsu 's epic fights, often with Hindi or Telugu dubs. In short, these heroes – from Goku's pure-hearted drive to Gojo's layered personality – now connect emotionally with a new generation. They reflect global cultural shifts that value empathy and inner strength, giving Gen Z fans in India (and everywhere) characters who feel like friends, mentors and fellow fighters all at once. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Sport
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HHSAA State Boys Volleyball: Radford & Punahou Win State Titles
The HHSAA Boys Volleyball State Championships games were held at Moanalua on Saturday. In Division II, the Radford Rams made history as they won their 1st ever Boys Volleyball State Title. Radford won the 1st set over Kapaa 25-20, but the Warriors then took the next 2 sets to take a lead over the Rams. In the 4th, Radford kept the match going after winning 25-23, than in the 5th set Radford held off the Warriors to win 15-13. The Rams win their 1st ever Boys Volleyball State Title in 5 sets (25-20, 22-25, 21-25, 25-23, 15-13). For Division I, it was Punahou and Kamehameha facing off. The Buffanblu started out the match with a 1st set win but Kamehameha bounced back to take the 2nd set by 5 points. But in the 3rd the Buffanblu kept their 1 set lead after talling 14 kills in the 3rd set. Now in the 4th, it was all Punahou as they clicked on all cylinders, forcing the Warriors to 11 errors and only 3 kills. Buffanblu finish with 11 kills in the set and win the match in the 4th. Punahou wins the Division I State Title in 4 sets (25-23, 20-25, 25-20, 25-7). Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Sport
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Kamehameha wins first ever ILH flag football title
History was made on the gridiron Wednesday afternoon as Kamehameha defeated Punahou, 19-0, to win the inaugural Interscholastic League of Honolulu (ILH) girls flag football championship at Alexander Field. The Warriors were led by the dynamic duo of Hayden Ka'ahanui-Cera and Alexia Medeiros, who connected for several highlight-reel plays — including a touchdown pass in the fourth quarter to seal the shutout victory. With the win, Kamehameha (6-1) becomes the league's first-ever girls flag football champion, capping a historic season for the new sport in the ILH. Despite the result, both Kamehameha and Punahou (6-2) who are 1-1 against each other this season have both secured berths in the upcoming HHSAA State Championship tournament, set to run from April 30 to May 3. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
23-02-2025
- Entertainment
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Jason Momoa surprises local school with new initiative to help curb major issue in children's futures: 'It's hurting us'
Jason Momoa surprised Kamehameha students in Hawaiʻi to launch an exciting new mālama ʻāina initiative. Mālama ʻāina is a native phrase meaning "to care for the land" and a core principle of Hawaiian culture. Kamehameha Schools Kapālama has partnered with Mananalu Water, founded by Momoa, and Boomerang Water to vastly reduce single-use plastic water bottle waste. The campus plans to launch KS-branded bottles and recovery stations in the spring of 2025. According to the Mananalu website, the Boomerang Bottling System uses aluminum or glass to sanitize, refill, and cap up to 3,000 reusable bottles of ultra-purified water daily. Because it taps into local water sources, it drastically cuts the carbon creation tied to shipping beverages, reducing transportation pollution by 95%. "I created Mananalu to eliminate single-use plastic," Momoa told the school. "... My goal is to eliminate and ban, in two years or less, single-use plastic bottles. … We don't need them. All it's doing is hurting our lands, it's hurting our oceans, and it's hurting us." Plastic Oceans reported that 380 million tons of plastic are produced each year — 50% of which is for single-use purposes. Typically made entirely of dirty energy, plastic can take centuries to break down, if at all. As plastic degrades, it creates microplastics that invade our environment at every level. These teeny tiny particles are found everywhere, from the highest mountains to the deepest seas, in the soil used to grow food, and even the human brain. It's unavoidable at this point. That said, avoiding plastic whenever possible is better for your health and the environment, and it's a lot easier than you might think. You could save up to $1,300 a year by investing in a reusable water bottle. Not only will it keep more money in your pocket, but it will keep plastic waste out of methane-producing landfills and microplastics out of your body. Ditch single-use grocery bags, coffee cups, and to-go containers, too. Plastic-free options are generally higher quality and last longer, which is a win for everyone. Packaging is one of the biggest culprits of plastic waste, so find and support brands that use alternative packaging to reduce your carbon footprint and save the planet all in one go. Momoa's efforts were met with applause. Do you think America has a plastic waste problem? Definitely Only in some areas Not really I'm not sure Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. "Good for you using your gift to create and make a difference. … Bravo, Mr. Momoa," one Instagrammer wrote. "There should not be any single use water bottles for sale anywhere," a commenter agreed. "Thank you for your commitment and influencing the next generation," another praised. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
