Column: New China carrier portends new challenge
China’s latest aircraft carrier, Fujian (CV-18), has completed its first sea trials, to much domestic and international media fanfare. Read more
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China’s latest aircraft carrier, Fujian (CV-18), has completed its first sea trials, to much domestic and international media fanfare. Read more
Since the early 1960s, more than half a century ago, Hawaii has worried over whether it should tax tourists. Read more
Whitney’s mother asked her daughter with feelings of trepidation and devotion: “How many lives do you think you have? You’re not a cat.” Read more
There scarcely has been a more critical time to invest in Hawaii’s cancer-related health. Read more
Fire season is approaching, along with the anniversary of the lethal Lahaina fire — and factors the state and counties can’t control, including rainfall and other weather patterns, appear primed to keep wildfire risk high again this year. Read more
On its surface, Senate Bill 3202 sounds like a good idea to relieve our housing crisis. Read more
The recent controversy with commercial airline service to Molokai has been an unfortunate problem, or should I say nightmare, for quite some time. Read more
If the state wants to ensure our declining tourism is reversed, I believe that we should repeal our archaic gambling law and encourage the growth of casinos. Read more
Just when I thought nothing would surprise me, I read that our legislators are championing “menstrual equity.” Read more
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Synopsis: Paka lölö has been vilified by some members of the public, and many innocent people have had their reputations tarnished by the war on drugs. Read more
It was reported recently that the Voyager 2 spacecraft — launched in 1977 and now nearly 47 years old — will likely shut down after 2026. Read more
Hawaiian Airlines promotes a policy of flexibility with the slogan “No change fees. Book now, change if you need to.” Read more
I stepped out on my lanai to enjoy the cool spring air. In my view in Kakaako, I noted high-rises over 250 feet high. The sea is being walled off. Read more
In an island state like Hawaii, it makes perfect sense to raise awareness about the dangers of drowning and the imperative for water safety. Read more
Hawaii lawmakers are getting serious about speeding and this month passed a bill that, if signed by Gov. Josh Green, will enable the state Department of Transportation (DOT) to add 10 automated enforcement systems at busy Oahu intersections. Read more
The first results are out on a survey to learn how survivors who lived or worked in Lahaina or Kula, where wildfires destroyed homes and businesses, are faring over time. Read more
Recently, I read of a nonprofit from the Netherlands called Ocean Cleanup. Read more
The state Department of Land and Natural Resources, governor and state officials should reconsider and rescind the hiring of the new kahu, Doni Chong, for Mauna ‘Ala on Oahu. Read more
A quote often attributed to Thomas Jefferson reads, “that government is best which governs least.” That is not to say that good government doesn’t govern at all. Read more
I ask the Republicans in Hawaii: what do you expect Americans will gain by reelecting Donald Trump? What do you think he can or will do that will make any sense? Read more
President Joe Biden is touting this (miserable can’t buy eggs and bread) economy and his “ironclad” (betrayal when they need us most) commitment to Israel. Read more