KANEOHE, Hawaii — A pinky and thumb extended with the remaining fingers curled down: That’s the “shaka” in Hawaii. The gesture is sometimes known outside the islands as the “hang loose” sign ...

The shaka gesture, characterized by extending the pinky and thumb with curled fingers, originates from Hawaii and symbolizes various warm sentiments like greetings, gratitude and aloha spirit.

David Sylva and Mayor Frank Fasi exchange shaka signs. Fasi used the shaka extensively in his campaigns, beginning in 1976. Salina Dela Cruz, administrator of the Hawaiian Railway Society, says shaka ...

HONOLULU (KHON)- “Shaka, A Story of Aloha” is set to make waves at the Visual Communications Film Festival in Los Angeles, considered one of the largest festivals for Asian American and Pacific ...

A pinky and thumb extended with the remaining fingers curled down: That’s the “shaka” in Hawaii. The gesture is sometimes known outside the islands as the “hang loose” sign associated with surf ...

KANEOHE, Hawaii — A pinky and thumb extended with the remaining fingers curled down: That’s the “shaka” in Hawaii. The gesture is sometimes known outside the islands as the “hang loose” sign ...

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A race to claim the Shaka as Hawaii’s official state gesture is underway. Lawmakers are considering HB2736. It’s a bill that would codify the symbol’s ties to the islands.

Along with leading the successful campaign to make the shaka Hawaii’s official state gesture, Steve Sue produced the fascinating documentary “Shaka, A Story of Aloha,” which will screen on Oct. 20 at ...

KANEOHE, Hawaii — A pinky and thumb extended with the remaining fingers curled down: That’s the “shaka” in Hawaii. The gesture is sometimes known outside the islands as the “hang loose” sign ...

KANEOHE, Hawaii–A pinky and thumb extended with the remaining fingers curled down: That’s the “shaka” in Hawaii. The gesture is sometimes known outside the islands as the “hang loose” sign associated ...