Ultimately, competition juries are no better than the best of us at predicting careers. Compliments, though, to the Cliburn for running a very professional operation top to bottom.

The judges, all sitting in the US District Court for Washington, DC, ruled against the Trump administration and blocked executive orders targeting WilmerHale, Jenner & Block, and Perkins Coie.

The ATP and WTA Tours have adopted the system, as have the Australian and US Opens. Roland-Garros remains the only grand slam competition using human line judges for “out” and “fault” calls.

The competition drew 137 entries in various categories based on the lei-maker’s age, lei style, color, and materials, according to city officials. Don't miss out on what's happening!

Cash prizes up to $100,000, plus three years of concert management and bookings for top winners, attracted 340 applicants for the 2025 competition. In advance video and live auditions, 30 pianists ...