When the University of Hawai'i senior fashion design students put on their graduation show, it's generally packed with family and friends. The public often misses out on seeing their creations. This year, however, enterprising students secured space in the Honolulu Hale Courtyard for their garments to show in a free exhibit, "Absolute Fashion." Check it out today, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; 956-8133.

— Paula Rath

ONLINE HELP

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FINAL WORD

"There's not. People always want to expect that, but we're so focused on what we're doing individually ... that that's the last thing that happens."

Haylie Duff | right, on whether there's sibling rivalry between her and sister Hilary, left, in TV Guide