It's been about three months since an 8.1 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Samoa generated a massive tsunami. Many people believe a siren alert could have saved the 194 people who died in American Samoa, Samoa and Tonga. Earlier this month, an American alarm company was awarded a contract to build a tsunami warning system in Samoa. HPR's Kayla Rosenfeld spoke with the sales manager, who says the towers will be installed by the end of the year.
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Friday, January 22, 2010
Monday, Januaray 25, 2010
Art and Science of Creating Archeological Maps
There is no question about the value of maps to a community. But is mapmaking an art or a science? HPR's Kayla Rosenfeld spoke with an archeologist who says it's both, and if you throw in a little technology, it's also an expanded teaching tool.
Thomas Dye will be making two presentations about the art and science of archeological mapmaking. The first is tomorrow, Friday, January 22 at the Keauhou Beach Park Ballroom in Kona; the second is Monday, January 25 from noon to 1:30 pm at the UH-Hilo, University Classroom Building 127. For information call on the Big Island 322-0088 ext. 100.
AIRED: Thursday, January 21, 2010
Lana`i Heritage Center Celebrates Opening
While non-profit organizations around the state are struggling to stay afloat, the island of Lana`i is making a statement. After 20 years of planning, the community celebrated its ancient and contemporary history, Saturday with the grand opening of a newly renovated culture center. HPR's Kayla Rosenfeld reports.
For more information about the Lana`i Culture and Heritage Center call 565-7177 or visit www.lanaichc.org.
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Friday, January 15, 2010
Monday, January 18, 2010
Secretary Clinton Addresses Asia-Pacific Policy
Asia has undergone a transformation like no other on the planet, according to U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. She spoke yesterday at the East-West Center about U.S. policy in the Asia-Pacific region. HPR's Kayla Rosenfeld was there and files this report.
One image of a motorcycle rider is the big burly guy packing a sexy woman on the back of his Harley Davidson. But did you know that women were driving their own two wheels back in the 1900's? HPR's Kayla Rosenfeld spoke to a Maui author who has profiled some of the "girl" motorcyclists from the early 20th century.
The American Motorcycle Girls 1900-1950 is available in local bookstores, and from Park House Publishing. Special thanks to Mana`o Radio on Maui for providing studio time and resources.
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Thursday, December 31, 2009
Friday, January 1, 2010
Relocation Threatens Dugong Habitat
The future site of the Futenma Air Base, and the future of the endangered Okinawa dugong are intertwined in a lawsuit filed against the U.S. Department of Defense. HPR's Kayla Rosenfeld explains, the people of Okinawa argue that relocating the base to the less-populated Henoko Bay will destroy a pristine environment, and one of the last dugong habitats in Japan. Only about 50 of the marine mammals remain in the wild.
Japan has delayed discussions about relocation of Futenma, until May 2010.
AIRED: Friday, December 25, 2009
East West Center Hosts Mentor Program
In 1960 the United States Congress established the East-West Center in Hawaii. A half century later it's still federally funded, and it has expanded to offer cooperative study, training, and research programs - all focused on the Asia-Pacific Region. The Center also hosts a mentor program that matches graduate students with local professionals. HPR's Kayla Rosenfeld was teamed up with a Graduate Degree Fellow from Thailand, who provided her a glimpse into "international life."
The East-West Center is holding a dinner on Saturday, January 9, to kick off celebrations of its 50-year anniversary. For more information visit EastWestCenter.org/giving.
AIRED: Thursday, December 24, 2009
Hawaii Audubon Prepares For Yearly Count
The Hawaii Audubon Society begins its 66th Annual Bird Count later this month. Volunteers will count and record each individual bird and bird species seen in a specified area during one 24-hour period. To get a feel for the experience, HPR's Kayla Rosenfeld walked the grounds of Manoa District Park with an Audubon director.
To learn more about Audubon Society events and to volunteer for the Hawaii Bird Count visit www.hawaiiaudubon.com.
AIRED: Monday, December 7, 2009
Film Highlights Horrific Life of Child Soldiers
Childhood... for many, it's a time of joy and innocence. For others it's literally a nightmare. Since 2003, tens of thousands of children from Northern Uganda have been kidnapped by members of a rebel militia, and forced to live as child soldiers. Their plight is relatively unreported outside Africa, but thanks to a film shot and produced by three American teens, the issue is gaining global attention. That film is now being shown in Hawaii. HPR's Kayla Rosenfeld reports.
"The Rescue of Joseph Kony's Child Soldiers" is being screened today and tomorrow around Oahu. It then travels to the Big Island. For times and locations visit the community calendat at hawaiipublicradio.org.
AIRED: Wednesday, November 18, 2009
FCC Petitioned to Halt TV Merger
With help from the Georgetown Law Institute for Public Representation, The Media Council of Hawaii filed a complaint today with the FCC. Both organizations are asking the FCC to stop the proposed merger of Hawaii's TV stations. HPR's Kayla Rosenfeld reports.
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