Zurück in Hawaii – Teil 3
Hilo Der Flug ging von Honolulu nach Kona reibungslos. Dort das bereit stehende Mietauto entgegen genommen und nach Hilo auf der Route 200 welche zwischen Mauna Kea und Mauna Loa führt, gemütlich gefahren. Als ich in die Nähe kam, hielt ich natürlich Ausschau nach dem Lavastrom, von dem man in den letzten Tagen soviel aussergewöhnliche,…
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Zurück in Hawaii – Teil 2
Honolulu Von meinem 17. Stockwerks meines gewohnten Hotels, habe ich eine tolle Aussicht auf den berühmten Diamond Head, auf den angenehmen geräuschvollen Zoo sowie auf den Ozean. Kaum eingeschlafen, wurde ich durch diverse Geräusche auf der Strasse geweckt. Es waren Vorbereitungsarbeiten für den Kamehameha Marathon Lauf im Gange, welcher ich auch ein Teil später von…
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Zurück in Hawaii – Teil 1
Ich sitze im Kapi’Olani Park in Honolulu mit der Aussicht auf den pazifischen Ozeans und den japanischen Surfneulingen die ihr erstes Glück „die Welle“ zu reiten versuchen. Es sind ganz kleine Wellen, aber da haben sie schon ihre Mühe. Für mich natürlich das beste Unterhaltungsprogramm….. Heute ist schon der dritte Tag meiner Reise. Am 9.…
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How America’s Obsession With Hula Girls Almost Wrecked Hawai’i
During my researches on the internet, I found this exciting article from „Collectors Weekly“ which I would like to share with you. This article is packed with so much exciting information about fascinating hula books, Hawaiian music and famous people that it will take you to another world and make you lose track of time.…
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Disputes over Mauna Kea telescopes await peaceful resolution
The Universe. Space. Tech – 04.09.2022 Management of the reserve at the top of the Hawaiian volcano Mauna Kea is transferred to a commission of 11 representatives. 5 telescopes will be dismantled, but it is expected that the confrontation will stop and after 2033 the lease of land for scientific purposes will continue. History…
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Hauoli Lā Hānau Liliʻuokalani
August 26, 2022 – Leon Siu Next Friday, September 2nd, we will celebrate the 184th birthday of our extraordinary Queen Liliʻuokalani. Not only was she the beloved, compassionate, courageous and wise Mōʻī of the Hawaiian Kingdom, she set the example for non-violent resistance later adopted by world-changers, Mahatma Ghandi, Rev. Martin Luther King and others……
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Our Best Interest…
16-07-2022 Youʻd be surprised to know how many countries at the United Nations empathize and agree with our quest to free Hawaiʻi from the United States. When the UN started in 1945, there were 51 independent member countries. Today there are 193! That means nearly three-fourths of the current UN became independent and gained membership…
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Saving Ohia: Hawaii’s Sacred Tree
Saving Ohia is a 3x Emmy Award-winning film about Rapid Ohia Death, a disease, new to science, eating away at the heart of Hawai’i and its keystone species, Ohia. Hundreds of thousands of trees are dead, and while the disease continues to spread, scientists are racing to find answers, working with conservationists and residents to…
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Why are we at the UN?
Did you know that Hawaiians have been advocating at the UN for nearly 50 years? Starting with Kawaipuna Prejean who in the 70s teamed up with AIM (the American Indian Movement) and native leaders from around the world to confront the UN for its deafness to indigenous voices. Over the years, many other Hawaiians followed,…
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William Drake Westervelt
William Drake Westervelt (December 26, 1849 – March 9, 1939) was the author of several books and magazines on Hawaiian history and legends. He drew upon the collections of David Malo, Samuel Kamakau, and Abraham Fornander to popularize Hawaiian folklore in his Legends of Maui (1910), Legends of Old Honolulu (1915), Legends of Gods and…
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OUR RELIGION IS BASED ON THE LAND – HOW DO YOU BE HAWAIIAN WITHOUT THE LAND?
Filmmaker Chris Kahunahana is blazing a trail for Native Hawaiians in film and TV. He opens up about his new film “Waikiki” and challenging Hollywood’s portrayal of his homeland. Charissa Isidro – Updated Oct. 31, 2021 / Published Oct. 29, 2021 / DailyBeast Chris Kahunahana has been trying to make films for…
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History in French Polynesia
The South Pacific Ocean came to Europe’s attention during the latter half of the 18th century with the theory that an unknown southern land — a terra australis incognita — lay somewhere in the Southern Hemisphere. It must be there, the theory went, for otherwise the unbalanced earth would wobble off into space. King George…
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DNA offers a new look at how Polynesia was settled
I found an interesting article in the Science News written by Bruce Bower about the Polynesian voyager in the Southsea. Bower wrote earlier already some more intersting article about this. I will put them all in this post. I can still remember very well, when as a young child, I leafed through the old books…
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A Brief History of Pirates in Hawaii
True or not ?? Unlike the Caribbean, there hasn’t been a long history of pirate activity in Hawaii. But there is one incident, one that many believe was the last large-scale pirate attack in the territories of the United States, which is truly unbelievable. So unbelievable, in fact, that while the raid was documented by…
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Machetes and Rajãos and Taropatches, Oh My!
In this month’s From the Vault, we look back at John King’s 2008 Ukulele Yes! article, shedding light on some of the early history of the ‚ukulele and its predecessors in late-nineteenth century Hawaii. from the vault Aug 24, 2021 In a 1922 article published in Paradise of the Pacific, João Fernandes (1854-1923) was given credit for having been the…
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In Memorie of Haunani-Kay Trask
What terrible news reached me yesterday in Switzerland. I didn’t want it to be true, but when I saw the news from Hawaii today, it was a reality. Haunani-Kay Trask walked peacefully across the rainbow yesterday and arrived in the other life. For me personally it is a heavy blow that I liked, sorry I…
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Urban Archaeology of Honolulu, Part II
A quick tour through the highs and lows of post-World War II Honolulu planning. By Curt Sanburn / July 27, 2015 As World War II wound down in late 1944, Hawaii Gov. Ingram Stainback, responding to the wartime housing shortage, released a report assessing the need: 56,000 Hawaii residents lacked adequate housing, 30,500 new private…
Keep readingThe Urban Archaeology of Honolulu
To understand where Honolulu is going, it’s helpful to understand where it’s been — and what its chronic problems look like. By Curt Sanburn / July 20, 2015 In the early part of the 20th century the seaport of Honolulu, capital of the American Territory of Hawaii, Queen of the Pacific, was more substantial than…
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Standing Up to the US Government
Today I received this mail from my Hawaiian friend Leon Siu, Minister of Foreigne Affairs, of the Hawaiian Kingdom, with three pdf as an attachment. These lines are so impressive that I want to share them with you. The perseverance, the peacefulness and the friendliness with which the Hawaiians fight for their right to become…
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There Are Many Ties Between Hawaiians And Micronesians
Traditionally, the lines between Micronesia, Melanesia and Polynesia never existed. By Adam Keawe Manalo-Camp / September 28, 2018 Contrary to popular belief, Micronesians are not recent immigrants to Hawaii. They actually predate even the arrival of the Japanese to Hawaii, but one will notice in particular that in the state’s narrative of celebrating different waves…
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The UN’s Mistake Self Determination in Hawaii
IN 1959 the UN General Assembly adopted Resolution 1469 under the mistaken belief that the people of Hawaii had exercised their right to self-determination and consented to be integrated into the United States of America. The error aided and abetted the United States in its subjugation and pillaging of the people and lands of the…
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Foundation to conduct building assessment of the Baldwin Home
By Staff | Feb 12, 2021 The assessment will result in a prioritized, cost-estimated list of preservation needs for the historic Baldwin Home. LAHAINA — Lahaina Restoration Foundation was recently awarded a $2,500 grant by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. These grant funds will be used to complete a building assessment of the stone…
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Wo Hing Museum sends Chinese New Year blessings: Kong Hee Fat Choy!
„By BY CINDY SCHUMACHER – | Feb 5, 2021 Kong Hee Fat Choy (may wealth and prosperity be yours) and Sen Nien Fai Lock — Happy New Year! Dr. Busaba Yip, cultural director and docent at the Wo Hing Museum, Society Hall and Cookhouse in Lahaina, announced that Chinese New Year decorations will be put…
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The Voyage of Hokulea’s 1976
Today marks the maiden voyage of the Hokulea, the first double-hulled Hawaiian voyaging canoe to set sail since the time of Kamehameha the Great, from the Hawaiian Islands to Tahiti. It was a major achievement that sparked a thriving interest, awareness and perpetuation of traditional, non-instrument Polynesian navigation to this day. Adjacent to the current…
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Kapu System of traditional Hawaiian religious practice
On a separate facebook page entitled Building an Intellectual Culture, there is a brief description of the `ai Noa or the “free eating” in Hawaii which initiated the downfall of the traditional kapu system. I thought that my comments and discussion with the author, Umi Perkins who is by the way son of the late…
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Project: Resolution 1469
It ’s the 75th Meeting at the UNO in Geneva, Switzerland. The Hawaiian Island kingdom Delegation, this a great friends of me, informed me about her Project: Resolution 1469 at the UN. What is the Resolution 1469? – UN Record of 1469 More Background: Colonization and Americanization of Hawaii Of a Question of mine, what…
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THE SITUATION OF THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS THE CURRENT SITUATION:
Ministry of Foreign Affairs The Hawaiian Kingdom • The Kingdom of the Hawaiian Islands is actually a sovereign, independent country. The Hawaiian Islands is not part of the United States… and never was! The Hawaiian Kingdom never surrendered its sovereignty and the United States never lawfully acquired either the sovereignty or any territory comprising the…
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On the Ocean or in the Garden, the Key Is Nurturing the Soul
Re-post from Sam Low ; Thursday, June 9, 2016 – 4:22pm When Hokule’a sails into Vineyard Haven on Tuesday, June 28 the captain and navigator Bruce Blankenfeld will guide her to Tisbury Wharf. Bruce stands over six feet tall and he weighs under 180 pounds. He is well built but not showy. Thick black hair…
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Update to Ending Discrimination Against Hawaiian Nationals – 01.07.2020
Below is the just published update of the situation of SR 159 First I want to express my own thoughts: Personally, I find it a shame that the „State legislature“ did not notice this particular change, or even wasted it! They were not aware of the importance and took it on the light shoulder. I…
Keep readingEnding Discrimination Against Hawaiian Nationals – 28.06.2020
SR No. 159 “[U.S.] Federal laws prohibit discrimination based on a person’s national origin, race, color, religion, disability, sex, and familial status. …[Thus, it is] illegal to discriminate because of a person’s birthplace, ancestry, culture or language. This means people cannot be denied equal opportunity because they or their family are from another country, because…
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Hail the Hokule’a, Twin Hulls of Heaven
By Sam Low (Thursday, February 4, 2016 ) Four years ago today, Hokule’a, a faithful replica of an ancient sailing vessel used by the Polynesians to explore and settle the entire Pacific a thousand years before Europeans even knew that vast ocean existed, was sailing toward Martha’s Vineyard for a three-day visit. As I was…
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Cost of living in Hawaii
Cost of living in Hawaii is a major concern. Let’s take a look at how housing investments affect this concern. There is embedded within the psyche of our community a theory generally expressed by the term, “Free Country.” Around that concept we have seen wound the principle of contract, of capitalism, of economic principles of…
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Choose Federal Recognition or Free Hawaiian Kingdom
This is a re-post on another page, (Aha Aloha Aina). I am re-posting believing it important to be shared here as well. A woman writes, “Why would you choose federal recognition when you can have a free Hawaiian Kingdom with reparations for the illegal occupation?” 1st, she presents the question as either one or the…
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CHAD KĀLEPA BAYBAYAN TALKS ABOUT MEETING EDDIE AIKAU
Eddie Aikau is one of the most famous of all Hawaiian big wave surfers and watermen. During the ten years he served as head lifeguard at Oahu’s Waimea Bay, his supervisors credited him with over a thousand rescues. In 1971, because of his daring and disarmingly humble demeanor, he was voted “Life Guard of the…
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Economic fairness in tourism in Hawaii
Earlier, I addressed one aspect of economic fairness in tourism in Hawaii, and elsewhere. There are many other concerns but this is just a sample of the type of equity or pono we need to infuse with all of our activities. The next area which I did not address is the humanity aspect of tourism,…
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An Interview with Estria, Urban Art Living Legend and Co-Founder of The Estria Foundation
Estria is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of The Estria Foundation, which raises social consciousness on human and environmental issues through public art and educational programs. He pioneered a number of programs, including Mele Murals, which focuses on Hawaiian lyrics (mele) that explore stories of place (mo’olelo ‘aina); Water Writes, which highlights critical water issues…
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Hawaiian legend Willie K
Hawaiian music legend Willie K dies at age 59 after 2-year battle with cancer By John Berger ; May 19, 2020 – Staradvertise , Hawaii Social media lit up with fond memories and messages of support Tuesday following an announcement late Monday night on Facebook and Instagram that Hawaiian music superstar Willie…
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federal recognition when you can have a free Hawaiian Kingdom?
Today I am starting to post or repost from my friend Poka Laenui, his reports, thoughts, radio shows and interviews . His way of thinking about what’s going on, about the Hawaiian history, about the law, it’s a new way of thinking and philosophy for us all. With a calm, friendly and with a special…
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Ke Aupuni Update – May 9, 2020
In our last update, we pointed out a stark contrast in styles of governance… how we expect the soon-to-be restored Hawaiian Kingdom to operate differently from the current US/State of Hawaii, by using Kapu Aloha… treating everyone with respect and aloha …even if we do not agree with them. When Gov. Ige visited the Mauna…
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New Subproject of ToH
This is another subproject to the overall project of „Tales of Hawaii“. I would like to take a fresh look at the friendly, economic and social relationships of the Hawaiian king Kalakaua and their family with the new western immigrants and missionaries and their interests, needs to the point of greed for power, the change…
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Kapu Aloha going “viral” The corona virus situation has abruptly forced people to confront and reconsider their priorities… that it is just as important to value the well-being of others as much as you value yourself. In the past few weeks commercial messages in print, broadcasts and social media have changed from the usual obscene,…
Keep readingKe Aupuni Update – March 21, 2020
At the UN I arrived in Geneva as Switzerland was beginning to react to the Coronavirus emergency. The day before I got there, thousands of people who had traveled to attend the famous International Geneva Motor Show were abruptly told, on the eve of its opening, the week-long event was canceled. Within two days, Geneva…
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Ua Mau Ke Ea O Ka Aina I Ka Pono. The sovereignty of the land is perpetuated in righteousness. “The Year of the Hawaiian Kingdom” June 11 2020 – June 11 2021 What is this about? The Year of the Hawaiian Kingdom is going to be a year-long celebration of the anniversary of the birth…
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Hulo! Hulo! Kū Kiaʻi Mauna! It was a huge victory for Kū Kiaʻi Mauna last week. Hulo! Hulo! Congratulations to the leaders and all who responded to the call to protect the sacredness of Mauna Kea and to stop the despoiling of our ʻāina. While itʻs not completely over (we must still remain vigilant), the…
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My first call in 2020: I wish all my friends a super happy new year. Good luck to you all. The year is still young and we have recharged our batteries in the snow mountains, made resolutions and are in full swing. So did I. I have an idea that I would like to realize…
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Although the story and the exhibition were at the beginning of this year, the story is nevertheless impressive and gives an insight into the history. Therefore, I have allowed this story with a thank you to „Hawai’i Public Radio“ this spread. Enjoy the Story: By Noe Tanigawa • Jan 15, 2019 Hawai‘i was a hotbed…
Keep readingKe Aupuni Update – October 26, 2019
The Nation Rising Who are we? Many are kanaka maoli… many are not; many have declared themselves as Hawaiian nationals or Hawaiian Kingdom subjects… many have not yet done so. But one thing we do have in common is the underlying Aloha ʻĀina for Hawaiʻi nei. He Hawaiʻi au (I am Hawaiʻi). ʻO mākou ʻo…
Keep readingKe Aupuni Update – October 11, 2019
Traveling… I’ve been on a two-month working trip that took me to New York for a week, Geneva, Switzerland for two weeks and back again to New York for the past three weeks. I just arrived in Southern California for the final leg of my journey. It’s been a very intense and productive trip with…
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Keeping in touch and updated on activities regarding the restoration of Ke Aupuni o Hawaii, the Hawaiian Kingdom. Ua Mau Ke Ea O Ka Aina I Ka Pono. Kū Kiaʻi is infectious! … Kū Kiaʻi Waimanalo!. With expressions of solidarity continuing to flow in from all…
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Ke Aupuni Update – June 28, 2019
June 28, 2019 Keeping in touch and updated on activities regarding the restoration of Ke Aupuni o Hawaii, the Hawaiian Kingdom. Ua Mau Ke Ea O Ka Aina I Ka Pono. ——— Leon Siu – Hawaiian National BACK AT THE UN IN GENEVA Over the years at the UN, we have developed friendships and mutual…
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Ke Aupuni Update – June 14, 2019
June 14, 2019 Keeping in touch and updated on activities regarding the restoration of Ke Aupuni o Hawaii, the Hawaiian Kingdom. Ua Mau Ke Ea O Ka Aina I Ka Pono. Leon Siu – Hawaiian National The Quick Facts Series… THE SITUATION OF THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS QUICK FACTS #10 VISITING CAPITALS According to Article 1 of…
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Ke Aupuni Update – May 25, 2019
May 25, 2019 Keeping in touch and updated on activities regarding the restoration of Ke Aupuni o Hawaii, the Hawaiian Kingdom. Ua Mau Ke Ea O Ka Aina I Ka Pono. ——— Leon Siu – Hawaiian National A Unified Position One thing that’s been on my mind for some time is: what if the countries…
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Ke Aupuni Update
May 11, 2019 Keeping in touch and updated on activities regarding the restoration of Ke Aupuni o Hawaii, the Hawaiian Kingdom. Ua Mau Ke Ea O Ka Aina I Ka Pono. ——— The Quick Facts Series… THE SITUATION OF THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS QUICK FACTS #9 WHAT ARE WE DOING AT THE UN? Hawaiians have been…
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Ke Aupuni Update
April 26, 2019 Keeping in touch and updated on activities regarding the restoration of Ke Aupuni o Hawaii, the Hawaiian Kingdom. Ua Mau Ke Ea O Ka Aina I Ka Pono. ——— Leon Siu – Hawaiian National We hold the key… Aloha! I am in New York City attending meetings in and around the…
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April 12, 2019 Keeping in touch and updated on activities regarding the restoration of Ke Aupuni o Hawaii, the Hawaiian Kingdom. Ua Mau Ke Ea O Ka Aina I Ka Pono. ——— Leon Siu – Hawaiian National The Quick Facts Series… THE SITUATION OF THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS QUICK FACTS #8 OVERCOMING THE IDENTITY CRISIS… Guess…
Keep readingWelcome – Welcome to Hawaiian Perspectives
Poka Laenui January 5 · This is a facebook entry on Jan. 3, 2019 in a different person’s account. However, it seems the subject is important enough that I thought I should share it on my own facebook account. A person named Vernal writes: My argument stands firm, Fed Wreck is of no benefit to…
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Ke Aupuni Update
March 23, 2019 Keeping in touch and updated on activities regarding the restoration of Ke Aupuni o Hawaii, the Hawaiian Kingdom. Ua Mau Ke Ea O Ka Aina I Ka Pono. ——— On the Verge of UN Breakthrough… Aloha! I have just returned from another very productive trip to the two main offices of the…
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Keeping in touch and updated on activities regarding the restoration of Ke Aupuni o Hawaii, the Hawaiian Kingdom. Ua Mau Ke Ea O Ka Aina I Ka Pono. ——— Leon Siu – Hawaiian National The Quick Facts Series… THE SITUATION OF THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS QUICK FACTS #7 CAUSING PEOPLE TO “SEE” US The most important…
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Ke Aupuni Update
February 23, 2019 Keeping in touch and updated on activities regarding the restoration of Ke Aupuni o Hawaii, the Hawaiian Kingdom. Ua Mau Ke Ea O Ka Aina I Ka Pono. ——— Leon Siu – Hawaiian National • Two UN HQs — Geneva and New York… Aloha! I’m sending this to you from Geneva, Switzerland, one of the two…
Keep readingAloha to all my friends in Geneva and vicinity!
E KALA MAI… Aloha kakou, Aloha to all my friends in Geneva and vicinity! Hope you are well and that the New Year brings fulfillment and success. This is to let you know that I will be in Geneva to attend the first two weeks of the 40th Session of the Human Rights Council that…
Keep readingWo Hing Society’s video of (4717) Chinese New Year of Pig 2019
Sharing Wo Hing Society’s video of (4717) Chinese New Year of Pig 2019 at Wo Hing Museum, Lahaina, Maui of Hawaiian Islands. Thank you for your support. All the best, many blessings Busaba Yip
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Ke Aupuni Aupdate February 9, 2019
We are making good progress with plans to have a resolution submitted to the General Assembly this Spring that will trigger a turning of the tide in our favor.
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The Wo Hing Society and Museum: Introduction
Introduction of The Wo Hing Society and Museum as prepared by Busaba Yip. In this video recording, Yip was asked about the Chinese on the Hawaiian Islands.
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4717 Chinese New Year of Pig, a presentation
Presentation of the 4717th Chinese New Year of Pig, as prepaired by Busaba Yip at The Wo Hing Society and Museum, located at Lahaina of County Of Maui on Hawaiian Islands.
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Ke Aupuni Update
In its first issue of the New Year, Diva International Diplomat, one of the most prestigious publications from the UN in Geneva featured a story about Hawaiian Independence Day (attached)*.
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Ke Aupuni Update
…in total disregard for international laws, the United States landed troops in Honolulu to provide military support for a group of insurgents intent on deposing the Queen, seizing control of the government and handing the Hawaiian Kingdom over to the United States.
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A Call for Review of the Historical Facts Surrounding UNGA Resolution 1469 (xiv) of 1959 Which Recognized Attainment of Self-Government for Hawaii
Our current Resolution first asks the General Assembly to order a review of how the US complied with the provisions of Chapter XI of the U.N. Charter, particularly Article 73, over the relevant years from 1946, the year in which Hawaii and Alaska were inscribed in the list of Non-Self-Governing-Territories under GA Resolution 66, until…
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Ke Aupuni Update
UN Resolutions In 2018, two resolutions were drafted to be submitted to the UN General Assembly. We expect to persuade a significant majority of the UN member states to vote to pass these resolutions that will ultimately cause the UN to no longer recognize the U.S. claim to the Hawaiian Islands as legitimate.
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Ke Aupuni Update 21 December 2018
The objective of the Free Hawaii movement is to reinstate the Hawaiian Islands as a sovereign, independent country…
Keep readingHawaii Spot Crew Podcast Series
Topics range from popular culture, life in Hawaii, comedic skits on current events, and much much more.
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KE AUPUNI UPDATE
Dr. deZayas‘ memorandum has precipitated several actions, like Councilwoman Jen Ruggles‘ query to the Hawaii County Council whether her service on the council constitutes a war crime for which she could be held criminally liable.
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Umi Perkins‘ Guest Lecture by Keanu Sai
Umi Perkins features Keanu Sai during his University of Hawai’i at Manoa’s course Protest under Occupation.
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Celebrating La Ku’oko’a on 28 November 1843; France and Great Britain formally recognize Sandwich Islands as sovereign, independent nation-state.
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Ronald Barnes speaks on Hawaii and Alaska
Click link. Right column, scroll to #34 and double click: UN Live United Nations Web TV – Human Rights Council Item: 8 General Debate (Cont’d) – 29th Meeting, 38th Regular Session Human Rights Council 2 Jul 2018 – CONTINUED – General Debate under agenda Item: 8 – Follow-up to and implementation of the Vienna Declaration and…
Keep readingThisOceanLife tv: Nick Franco and Molokai 2 Oahu
Nick Franco won his division in the Molokai 2 Oahu world paddleboarding championships.
Keep readingRoyal Hawai’ian Band celebrating King Kalakaua’s 181st born day
Royal Hawai’ian Band performing on King Kalakaua’s 181st born day on ‚Iolani Palace Grounds.
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USS Boston renamed USS Despatch (scuttle definition)
USS Boston remaed USS Despatch and scuttled off Yerba Buena Island in San Francisco Bay.
Keep readingProject KULEANA Nā Moʻo o Koʻolaupoko presents “Kuʻu Home O Kahaluʻu”
In 2018, Project KULEANA set out with native Hawaiian youth to explore KULEANA through the music, people and history of the places that they call home. Kuʻu Home ʻO Kahaluʻu by Jerry Santos eloquently captures the feelings, fears and dreams of a small town country boy. Yet, this song has become a song of hope…
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On October 24, the Waiʻanae Coast Neighborhood Board is sponsoring a town-hall event to provide awareness, education and clarification regarding the UN Memorandum. Speakers are, Mme Routh Bolomet, Poka Laenui and his wife Puanani Burgess and me, Foreign Minister Leon Siu.
Keep readingKe Aupuni Update 17 August 2018
Keeping in touch and updated on activities regarding the restoration of Ke Aupuni o Hawaii, the Hawaiian Kingdom. Ua Mau Ke Ea O Ka Aina I Ka Pono.
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Ke Aupuni Update: 04 July 2018
Keeping in touch and updated on activities regarding the restoration of Ke Aupuni o Hawaii, the Hawaiian Kingdom. Ua Mau Ke Ea O Ka Aina I Ka Pono. ——— From Leon Siu, Hawaiian National Aloha kakou, The 4th of July is its most significant national holiday of the United States. It celebrates the day the…
Keep readingMerrie Monarch Festival 2018
Merrie Monarch Festival begins 1-7 April 2018! Merrie Monarch Festival: Celebrate the 55th Anniversary for the Merrie Monarch Festival, the international hula competition of the world. When I returned home to the Hawaiian Islands in 2010, I planned on being at the Edith Kanakaole Multipurpose Stadium at Hilo, Hawaii island for that golden week.…
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