Business

Hawaiian Airlines will launch direct flights from Honolulu to Bangkok, Manila, and Kuala Lumpur starting June 2024. The expansion could generate $180 million annually in visitor spending for Hawaii.

Costco will open its second Oahu location in Kapolei by early 2027, providing West Oahu residents convenient access to bulk shopping without the drive to Iwilei. The 148,000-square-foot warehouse will serve the rapidly growing communities of Kapolei, Ewa Beach, and surrounding areas.