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The Conversation

The Conversation: Honolulu's 'No Kings' protest; Coral reefs

By Catherine Cruz,
Maddie Bender
Published October 20, 2025 at 10:19 AM HST
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Thousands rallied in front of the Hawaiʻi State Capitol for the "No Kings" protest on Oct. 18, 2025.
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Thousands rallied in front of the Hawaiʻi State Capitol for the "No Kings" protest on Oct. 18, 2025.
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  • HPR's Cassie Ordonio speaks with members of the local film industry about how artificial intelligence could change acting | Full Story
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