Our Plastic Bag Bans Are Completely Dumb
Following in California and New York's footsteps, Hawaii's government banned plastic bags. This was a move that was meant to combat climate change. However, it ended up having the opposite effect. Here's why.
Checking out of a grocery store nowadays has turned into something of a nightmare. Will they have those heavy duty plastic bags for me to use (but have to pay 15 cents for)? Will I have to use paper bags? Will they have bags at all? Why, oh why, did I forget my reusable cotton bag at home again?
The Thirty Meter Telescope
One side wants to build the next biggest telescope. The other wants to preserve indigenous lands. Here's why both sides will never see eye to eye.
If you have any friends from Hawaii on Facebook, then you've undoubtedly heard of the latest controversy in our State. It's our very own "Stand with Standing Rock" -- a never ending showdown between the government and indigenous peoples. Why the showdown? What's the controversy? Well, let's dive right in.
Why Living In Hawaii Sucks
It's not all paradise here in the Aloha State.
Warm weather year round, beautiful beaches, great surf, and good food. There's plenty to love about Hawaii. But while you might enjoy a vacation here from time to time, growing up and living here has made me realize the cold and honest truth about Hawaii.
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