http://192.168.169.76:80/Contents/Item/Display/13778Read Morehttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-s-for-work-lunch-pasta-salad-editionIs the summer heat getting you down? Skip reheated leftovers and cool off with three refreshing make-ahead pasta salads. Part 7 of our what’s for (work) lunch? series features a smoky barbecue ranch pasta salad, savory sesame-ginger soba with tofu, and a colorful Mexican street corn-inspired pasta salad. Which one will you try first?Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:00:01 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-s-for-work-lunch-pasta-salad-edition/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Work%20Lunches/Pasta%20Salads/Pasta%20Salads%201600x500.png/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Work%20Lunches/Pasta%20Salads/BBQ%20Ranch%20Chicken%20540x304.jpgfoodFood, easy meals, easy packable, lunchMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/making-lupus-visible-a-hawaii-advocates-story-of-resilienceLupus doesn't always show its symptoms on the outside. Hawaiʻi advocate Karen Ng shares how a life-changing diagnosis became a mission to help others living with an invisible illness find understanding, support, and community.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/making-lupus-visible-a-hawaii-advocates-story-of-resilience/Media/Default/Courtney/2026/lupusadvocateHERO2.png/Media/Default/Courtney/2026/lupusadvocateTHUMB.pnghealthlupus, awareness, warrior, health, invisible illness, chronic diseaseCourtney Takabayashihttp://192.168.169.76:80/skip-the-cafe-with-homemade-coffee-syrupsWhile coffee syrups are often a delicious addition to your morning cup, they often contain a lot of sugar and artificial ingredients. Making your own syrup means you have the power to control which ingredients and how much sugar to add! Here are some recipes that are healthier and still infuse flavor in your latte.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/skip-the-cafe-with-homemade-coffee-syrups/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Coffee%20Syrups/Coffee%201600x500.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Coffee%20Syrups/Three%20Syrups%20540x304.jpgfoodcoffee, morning, breakfast, caffeineMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/a-guide-to-postpartum-recoveryChildbirth is a beautiful culmination of nearly nine months of waiting, but also the beginning of a mother’s healing journey. Learn about the physical, emotional, and social changes that can occur after birth, and how proper postpartum care can support the well-being of both mother and baby.Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/a-guide-to-postpartum-recovery/Media/Default/Kristen/Afterbirth/afterbirthHERO2.jpg/Media/Default/Kristen/Afterbirth/shutterstock_2284562895.jpghealthhealth, postpartum, postpartum depression, mother, new mothers, mothers, mom, moms in hawaii, afterbirth care, newborn care, newborn, birth story, birth, baby, baby health, mom health, healthy moms, healthy moms healthy babies, baby bondingKristen Nemoto Jayhttp://192.168.169.76:80/kaimana-2026-spotlight-on-excellenceNow in its 21st year, the Kaimana Scholarship Program is helping 15 high school graduates take the next step in their higher education journeys. Meet these outstanding students and learn how their dedication, leadership, and service are helping shape the future of Hawaii and why investing in the next generation matters.Fri, 31 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/kaimana-2026-spotlight-on-excellence/Media/Default/Sarah%20P/HERO2.jpg/Media/Default/Sarah%20P/12%20-%20Group%20Shot%20-%20All%20Scholarship%20Winners.JPGnewsroomKaimana Scholarship Program, Scholarships, Scholarship for schoolSarah Pearsonhttp://192.168.169.76:80/from-passion-to-paycheck-picking-up-side-hustlesIn Hawaii, side hustles are becoming more common as people look for extra income and flexibility. Joshua Thompson turned a moment on the basketball court into a second job that helps build financial security while staying connected to something he loves.Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/from-passion-to-paycheck-picking-up-side-hustles/Media/Default/Courtney/2026/sidehustlesrerHERO.png/Media/Default/Courtney/2026/sidehustlesrefTHUMB.pnglifestyleside hustles, basketball, sports, series, financial well-beingCourtney Takabayashihttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-s-for-work-lunch-viral-recipes-editionPart six of our what’s for (work) lunch? series takes us online! From a pasta that caused grocery stores to run out of feta to a versatile beef and sweet potato bowl, here are some recipes that have gone viral over the last few years and for good reason: They’re delicious, easy to make, and perfect for your workday break. Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-s-for-work-lunch-viral-recipes-edition/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Work%20Lunches/Viral%20TikTok%20Recipes/Viral%20Recipes%201600x500.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Work%20Lunches/Viral%20TikTok%20Recipes/Hot%20Honey%20Bowl%20540x304.jpgfoodFood, easy meals, easy recipe, easy packable, lunch, viralMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/q-a-with-wendy-mink-on-her-mothers-lifelong-fight-for-equalityFrom Congress to courts in Hawaii, the late U.S. Representative Patsy Mink helped open doors for generations. Her daughter, Wendy Mink, shares why that legacy and the fight for equality still matter.Thu, 23 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/q-a-with-wendy-mink-on-her-mothers-lifelong-fight-for-equality/Media/Default/Craig/Lifestyle/Wendy%20Mink/Green%20background.JPG/Media/Default/Craig/Lifestyle/Wendy%20Mink/Gwen%20and%20Patsy.jpeglifestylePatsy Mink, Wendy Mink, Title IX, sports, women, sportsCraig DeSilvahttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-to-cook-for-eggplant-month-three-easy-ideasEggplant is one of those foods that surprises you when it’s done right. July is Eggplant Month, and it’s the perfect time to celebrate a veggie that’s versatile, budget-friendly, and great at absorbing flavor. From a cozy eggplant Parmesan pasta skillet to bold garlic eggplant and a smoky baba ghanoush, these recipes might just change your mind. Read more on islandscene.com.Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/what-to-cook-for-eggplant-month-three-easy-ideas/Media/Default/Courtney/2026/eggplantmonthHERO.png/Media/Default/Courtney/2026/eggplantmonthTHUMB.jpgfoodeggplant, recipes, cooking, food, easy, hawaii, localCourtney Takabayashihttp://192.168.169.76:80/premenstrual-dysphoric-disorder-when-pms-becomes-debilitatingThe days leading up to a period often bring irritability, fatigue, and food cravings. But for those living with premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), the symptoms can be even more severe. Shandhini Raidoo, M.D., a board-certified ob-gyn and associate professor at the University of Hawaii at Manoa John A. Burns School of Medicine, shares how PMDD differs from typical premenstrual syndrome, how it’s misdiagnosed, and the treatments that can help, so you don’t have to suffer anymore.Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/premenstrual-dysphoric-disorder-when-pms-becomes-debilitating/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/PMDD/PMDD%20HERO%201.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/PMDD/PMDD%201.jpghealthpms, period, women's health, obgynMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/beyond-the-basics-blue-distinction-designations-guide-patients-to-better-specialty-careBig health decisions aren’t easy, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. Blue Distinction® Centers highlight hospitals known for quality care and better outcomes. Here’s how they can help you choose the right care in Hawaii.Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/beyond-the-basics-blue-distinction-designations-guide-patients-to-better-specialty-care/Media/Default/Sarah%20P/shutterstock_resized.jpg/Media/Default/Sarah%20P/Combined.jpghealthBlue Distinction Designations, Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, specialized care, find a provider, top-ranked providers, top-ranked specialists, Hawaii providersSarah Pearsonhttp://192.168.169.76:80/meatless-marvels-easy-plant-forward-recipesEating less meat doesn’t have to mean giving up the foods you enjoy. In our latest e-cookbook, Meatless Marvels, we share simple, plant-forward recipes that make it easy to add more vegetables to your meals.Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/meatless-marvels-easy-plant-forward-recipes/Media/Default/Cookbook/ecookbook_vegetarian_recipes_july_2026_HERO-1.jpg/Media/Default/Cookbook/ecookbook_vegetarian_recipes_july_2026_THUMB.jpgfoodecookbook, cookbook, cooking, recipes, vegetarian, easyCourtney Takabayashihttp://192.168.169.76:80/pearl-haven-a-refuge-and-healing-center-for-youthIn Hawaii, some children labeled as runaways or troublemakers are actually survivors of trafficking. Find out how Pearl Haven creates a safe space where girls can heal, reconnect with their identity, and rebuild their futures.Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:04:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/pearl-haven-a-refuge-and-healing-center-for-youth/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Pearl%20Haven/PearlHaven%20Hero%201600x500.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Pearl%20Haven/PearlHaven%20Thumbnail%20540x304.jpghealthhawaii, healing, pearl haven, healing, domestic violence, island scene, featureMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/one-health-hawaiiHawaii’s health care system is changing, and collaboration could help shape what comes next. Learn how One Health Hawaii aims to improve coordination, support choice, and build a more sustainable system for local communities. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:03:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/one-health-hawaii/Media/Default/Lisa/OneHealthHawaii_HERO.jpg/Media/Default/Lisa/OneHealthHawaii_THUMB.jpgnewsroomhmsa, hawaii pacific health, hph, one health hawaii, healthier hawaii together, nonprofitLisa Baxahttp://192.168.169.76:80/keeping-the-humanity-when-leveraging-aiAI can write, sort, suggest, and summarize, but it still can’t replace what makes us human. In the first story of our new AI series, we look at how to use this fast-moving technology without losing the care, creativity, and connection that matter most.Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:02:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/keeping-the-humanity-when-leveraging-ai/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/AI/AI_online_HERO.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/AI/AI_online_THUMB.jpglifestyleai, artificial intelligence, ethical, research, generative, LLMMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/the-art-of-healingWhen Kauai patient navigator Christina Morales is not helping guide her oncology patients through the complex journey of cancer care, she’s creating art. The self-taught artist hopes to help others the same way art helped her through her mental health journey. Morales’s care for her patients shines and is in parallel to her artwork, as she’s constantly inspired to make authentic pieces of local Kauai-based scenes that she recreates through her paintbrushes. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:01:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/the-art-of-healing/Media/Default/Summer/DSC08747_christina_morales_hero_1600x500.jpg/Media/Default/Summer/DSC08519_christina%20morales_thumbnail.jpglifestylekauai, painter, mental health, healing arts, artist, local artist, Kauai artist, oncology, joy artistry studioSummer Nakaishihttp://192.168.169.76:80/from-combat-to-compassionFrom Operation Iraqi Freedom to therapy room and classroom. Gulf War veteran and social worker Christopher Slavens' journey is one of resilience and self-discovery to finally regaining joy and purpose in life. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/from-combat-to-compassion/Media/Default/Craig/Health/Christopher%20Slavens/SlavensDSC01502art1600x500.jpg/Media/Default/Craig/Health/Christopher%20Slavens/SlavensDesert540x304.jpghealthPost traumatic stress syndrome, PTSD, war, veteran, Christopher Slavens, social worker, mental health, behavioral health, trauma-informed careCraig DeSilvahttp://192.168.169.76:80/a-new-line-of-support-for-youth-mental-healthWhat if the best person to talk to when you’re struggling is someone your own age? On Maui, 12 teenagers are proving that peer support can be a powerful tool for youth mental health. Meet the volunteers behind YouthLine Hawaii’s first-ever island cohort. Tue, 07 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/a-new-line-of-support-for-youth-mental-health/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/YouthLine/YouthLine%20Logo%20HERO.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/YouthLine/YouthLine%201.jpghealthMental Health, mental well being, kids health, keiki, keiki health, students, MauiMichelle Liuhttp://192.168.169.76:80/a-pathway-to-the-future-at-kohala-high-schoolKohala High School made history as the first small school in the nation to be awarded the National Career Academy Coalition’s Model Academy designation for its four career pathways. Career and technical education teacher Dean Snelling was also awarded the John Thompson Exemplary Educator Award. We talked to Snelling about his work with the program and its success.Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:55:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/a-pathway-to-the-future-at-kohala-high-school/Media/Default/Summer/Kohala_HERO.jpg/Media/Default/Summer/Kohala_Thumb.jpglifestyleKohala HIgh School, KHS, National Career Academy Coalition, NCAC, career pathways, career and technical education, CTE, students, Hawaii, Department of Education, DOE, local studentsSummer Nakaishihttp://192.168.169.76:80/sneaky-spinach-dessertsSpinach may be known for its leafy green goodness, but its neutral taste also means it’s the perfect vegetable to hide in desserts! From smoothies to baked goods, you’ll never know these sweets have a hidden green gem inside.Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMThttp://192.168.169.76:80/sneaky-spinach-desserts/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Sneaky%20Spinach%20Desserts/Spinach%20Desserts%201600x500.jpg/Media/Default/Michelle%20L/Sneaky%20Spinach%20Desserts/Vanilla%20Cake%20540x304.jpgfoodFood, easy recipe, dessert, Desserts, spinachMichelle Liu