Select an option below to continue reading this premium story. Already a Honolulu Star-Advertiser subscriber? Log in now to continue reading. According to the James Clerk Maxwell Telescope, the Mauna ...

Mauna Kea's 13,804-foot summit means altitude will be a significant concern, especially for hikers who aren't prepared for it. This guide consulted Dr. Peter Hackett, a leading high-altitude expert, ...

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After years of protests that halted the construction of the Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT) on Mauna Kea and divided communities in Hawaii, a major change in the management of the summit is underway.

Demonstrators gather on July 15 to protest the construction of the Thirty Meter Telescope. Photo via Caleb Jones/AP It has everything to do with the enduring battle over Hawaii’s future. The continued ...