HONOLULU, Hawaii, April 26 -- The East-West Center, an organization that says it promotes better relations and understanding among the people and nations of the U.S., Asia and the Pacific, issued the following news release on April 25, 2024: Former Hawai'i Governor George Ariyoshi was honored yesterday evening in a ceremony at the East-West Center presenting him with the Pacific Islands Conference of Leaders' Loulou Award for his significant contributions to regional relations across the Pacifi  more

WASHINGTON, April 23 -- The National Wildlife Refuge Association issued the following news: From majestic mountains to coastlines, the National Wildlife Refuge System protects vast ecosystems across our nation, both on land and sea. Yet, a threat disrupts the delicate balance in these sanctuaries: plastic pollution. This year's Earth Day theme, Planet vs. Plastic, underscores the global struggle against this pervasive environmental contaminant. Millions of tons of plastic enter our environment  more

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, April 25 -- The Society of Professional Journalists issued the following news: The Society of Professional Journalists recognizes the best collegiate journalism in Region 11 with 2023 Mark of Excellence Awards winners. SPJ's Region 11 comprises Arizona, California, Guam, Hawaii, Nevada and Mariana Islands. First-place winners will compete at the national level among other MOE winners from the 12 SPJ regions. National winners will be notified in the late spring. MOE Awa  more