Topic: Oahu

Secret Air Force X-37B space plane changes its orbit

The US Air Force's secret X-37B space plane has boosted itself into a new orbit, say skywatchers.

Linda Lingle's veto of civil unions in Hawaii may prompt boycott

Linda Lingle's office also received dozens of angry calls, many of them saying they would not travel to the state.

Best US beach – Coopers Beach – is also the priciest

Among the Top 10 beaches in the United States, No. 1 Coopers Beach in Long Island costs the most.

What are the top 10 beaches in the US?

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Best Beaches list.

Hawaii tsunami warning issued following Chile earthquake

Hawaii tsunami warning issued early Saturday following this morning's massive 8.8 magnitude Chile earthquake.

Pearl Harbor attack: Who was really to blame?

The Pearl Harbor attack launched many official investigations. Blame has been spread from on-scene military commanders to President Roosevelt himself.

Pearl Harbor Day 2009: three enduring mysteries

On Pearl Harbor Day 2009, here is a look at lingering questions such as: How did the Japanese fleet get so close to Hawaii without being spotted?

Japanese subs found off Hawaii could have changed World War II

The two Japanese submarines – which were commandeered and scuttled by the US after World War II – were much larger, faster, and stealthier than US subs of the day. One included a float-plane that could attack New York.

Deadly Filipino 'slugfest' between soldiers and Islamists

Wednesday's firefight was the bloodiest battle involving the Abu Sayyaf in at least two years. It also raises questions about the effectiveness of US support to Filipino troops.

From nets to kilowatts

Recycling program turns an environmental hazard into electricity.

The 12 days of Christmas plants -- Norfolk Island pine

The story of how the Norfolk Island pine became a holiday favorite.

Hawaii endorses ambitious electric car plan

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A guide to more mindful vacations

A list of travel destinations in peril – and how we can help.