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Obama Extends Hawaii National Marine Monument
UPDATED 鈥 Despite concerns from fisheries scientists, President Obama scaled back a proposal to expand federal protection around the most remote Hawaiian Islands.
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Hawaii Corals Excluded from Feds’ New List of ‘Threatened’ Species
NOAA gives federal protection to 20 corals, but none here.
Enric Sala
Remote Islands Expansion Is a Critical Step Toward Healthy Pacific Region
The president has an opportunity to create a unique cultural and conservation legacy with the Pacific Remote Islands Marine National Monument.
Michelle Lee
UH: Mercury Levels Higher Than Expected in Sustainably Harvested Chilean Sea Bass
A new University of Hawaii study looks at how mislabeling can be hazardous to consumers.
Enric Sala
Should the U.S. Expand Pacific Remote Islands Marine National Monument?
Public invited to weigh in on Obama’s proposal at town hall meeting tonight.
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Tuna, Conservation and the Race for the U.S. Senate
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz and U.S. Rep. Hanabusa discuss the Obama administration’s proposal to create the largest marine sanctuary in the world in Hawaii’s backyard.
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Hirono Votes Against Hunting, Fishing Bill
Republicans and Democrats differed over gun control amendments.
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A Dream Realized 鈥 Progress on Fishpond Restoration Regulations
The fishponds are truly unique forms of aquaculture. They were once a vital component of Native Hawaiian communities.
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Hawaii Ocean Programs Could Get Millions in Funding
Programs in the islands could get a good chunk of about $368 million in federal funding if a bill that is advancing in the U.S. Senate passes.