We’ve seen many changes in the Facebook world recently, including Timeline (the new Facebook profile that tells your life through photos, friendships and personal milestones), and the acquisition of Instagram (popular photo-sharing app for mobile devices). Now we see Facebook taking steps to ensure its 900 million-plus users enjoy the social network more securely with [...]
It’s no coincidence that I’m writing about the recent visit by the Dalai Lama, our cover story for this issue of MidWeek. The coverage of his visit may seem overwhelming, but I had to relay my experience – a perspective from a regular guy. If I didn’t, my 23-year-old son would never forgive me. He’s [...]
I often joke about how I reintroduce myself to my wife and children each October following the regatta and long-distance paddling seasons. The exchange goes something like this: “Hi, I’m your daddy, I know it’s been awhile.” For anyone who participates in a sport or activity that requires a ton of training, you know we [...]
Airbac recently released a new line of backpacks that are designed to make toting your laptop and other techie toys easier on your back. Using the patented Air Bladder technology, the majority of the weight is lifted off your upper back/shoulder, where most pain is felt. The Airbac spreads the load across your entire back, [...]
Orchid Alley Kaua’i has been growing and selling award-winning orchids for 16 years. For Mother’s Day, they will ship baskets to the Mainland, with orchids in full bloom. Orchids include the Pansy Orchid, and the Coconut Orchid, which will fill a room with the smell of coconuts. There are four baskets to choose from, with [...]
This state-run long-term care facility is hosting a kupuna health and safety fair Friday, and it’s inviting all kupuna to a fun and educational day Employees at Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital have their patients’ best interests at heart. “We’re a very caring place,” says social worker Aimee Leong. “We try to create as much of [...]
Mark Moriwake of Kaua’i Lumber was surprised to win a $100 gift certificate to Kmart just because he answered correctly a very simple question posed by a MidWeek Kaua’i representative last week. He and wife Susan have four children – twins Justin and Micah (21), Gavin (19) and Kristin (14) – and he was excited [...]
Elizabeth Kendall Kapa’a, Kapa’a Middle School Counselor “Of course. I encourage kids to take political action – if we don’t, you can’t complain.” Steve Cristobal Lihu’e, Sales and marketing “Yes. Everybody’s supposed to vote. If you have nothing to say, you don’t vote.” Edison Erorita Lihu’e, Kaua’i [...]
Imagine landing one of the biggest fishes ever caught from an Oahu shoreline – on April Fool’s Day. Now, imagine what it would be like telling everyone it was no joke. It happened to Lou Carreira, and he has photographs to prove it. “April Fool’s Day, good thing I had a time-stamp on my pictures,” [...]
Ron Nagasawa is on vacation. This column was originally published June 15, 2005. I have to say that I am the proud father of two enterprising young kids. Our 16-year-old son and 8-year-old daughter both have the makings of great entrepreneurs. They just need some practical experience, although after a recent sales trial, Ronald “Trump” [...]
