On the Waterfront

Hulihe‘e Palace is located in historic Kailua-Kona on Ali‘i Drive. The Palace was originally built out of lava rock during the Kingdom of Hawai‘i on land known as Kalāke‘e, a former residence of Kamehameha the Great. The Palace itself was first home to High Chief John Adams Kuakini, brother of Ka‘ahumanu the favorite wife of Kamehameha, and later home to more members of Hawaiian royalty than any other residence in Hawai‘i. Hulihe‘e Palace consists of six large graciously appointed rooms, two…

Although there is no specific crime data for Conley Terminal or the Black Falcon Cruise Terminal, the number and type of crimes perpetrated in South Boston is staggering. In a one month period (12-Sep-16 to 12-Oct-16), South Boston experienced 105 incidents of criminal activity including 27 incidents of theft, 17 incidents of vandalism and 16 assaults. While crime analysis is important, it is not a primary concern for port security professionals. According to Ron Catudal, crime analysis is…

The University of California, Riverside is one of 10 colleges inside theprestigious University of California framework, and the main UC situated in Inland Southern California. Broadly perceived as a standout amongst the most ethnically differing research colleges in the country, UCR right now has around 22,000 understudies, with 900 instructional personnel, including 660 step rank workforce. Chancellor Kim A. Wilcox and Provost Paul J. D'Anieri are executing gets ready for a forceful…

PAGE 1 –INTRODUCING CYSTAL RIVER Crystal River, located on the Nature Coast of Florida, is known for pristine, crystal clear waters, bays and streams that give the area its name. With more than 70 springs, Crystal River/Kings Bay is the largest winter refuge for manatees on the Florida Gulf Coast and is a National Wildlife Refuge. Over the last 20 years, the springs that feed the river have gone through dramatic changes, which have led to a habitat that is being effected by unwanted algae. If…

For Native Americans, Governors Island was a place to hunt, fish and gather nuts. They referred to the island as Pagganck which translate as Nut Island, after the island’s abundant oak and chestnut trees. It was the perfect location for local tribes to establish fishing camps. Around 1637 Wouter Van Twiller, a representative of the Dutch government purchased Governors Island from the Native Americans for two ax heads, a string of beds and a handful of nails. Twiller used the island for his…

the National Geographic Society. In 1885, after returning from her first trip to Japan, Scidmore approached the U.S. Army Superintendent of the Office of Public Buildings and Grounds with the idea of planting Sakura trees along the Potomac River waterfront. Her proposal was initially rejected. However, she continued to suggest the idea to every new superintendent over the next 24 years.…

Introduction Before 2005, theme park industry in Hong Kong is dominated by Ocean Park Hong Kong. The opening of Hong Kong Disneyland in 2005 changed the market structure of Hong Kong’s theme park industry from a monopoly to a duopoly. Both parks provide elements of entertainment but position themselves differently in the market. The emergence of Hong Kong Disneyland has brought a great challenge to Ocean Park, a local theme park with less global recognition. Different strategies are implemented…

1. Central Theme, Problem, Premise “Chained” will explore the self-disclosure of revealing one's sexuality. Coming out of the closet, framed and debated as a privacy issue is described and experienced variously as a psychological process or journey; decision-making or risk-taking; a speech act or matter of personal identity; a rite of passage; liberation or emancipation from oppression; an ordeal; a means toward feeling gay pride instead of shame and social stigma; Focusing on the themes of…

A hidden gem in West Seattle, Alki Beach is constantly bustling with families, college students, and everyone in between. The neighborhood stretches from Me-Kwa-Mooks Park in the southwest to the end of Seacrest Park along Harbor Avenue in the northeast, and runs along the beach. It is a geographically interesting area because the neighborhood is elongated and skinny instead of filling in a compact area. Many mainland Seattlites have distinct views of West Seattle’s demographics. While some…

The American rock band - Puddle Of Mudd, that released four albums and made a healthy six million record sales, has unveiled their UK tour dates for 2016. Puddle of Mudd, with lead singer Wesley Scantlin, has established firmly its reputation in the rock 'n' roll world. According to Viagogo, Puddle Of Mudd has been amongst the US's most impressive live acts with hit songs like "'Blurry," and "She Hates Me." The American post-grunge band lead vocalist - Scantlin, stated "The last time we were…