Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists said episode 35 of the ongoing Halemaumau eruption ended abruptly today at 3:32 a.m.

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A volcano that has been active in recent years erupted again on Hawaii’s Big Island on Friday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

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The Accidental Arrival That Changed Everything The islands are volcanic in origin and were never attached to any continent.

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Sandblu, a new resort, captures this transformation. Developer Takis Sparagis of Athens-based Skybay Group (known for luxury ...