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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On Politics: Taxing tourists remains tough way to raise money
Since the early 1960s, more than half a century ago, Hawaii has worried over whether it should tax tourists. Read more
Column: Substance use disorder can be treated
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
Column: Place priority on isle cancer research
There scarcely has been a more critical time to invest in Hawaii’s cancer-related health. Read more
Editorial: Make ready for possible wildfire hazards
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
Letter: Housing bill smacks of broken promises
On its surface, Senate Bill 3202 sounds like a good idea to relieve our housing crisis. Read more
Letter: No clear skies ahead for local airlines
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
Letter: Solve state woes by embracing gambling
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
Letter: Don’t use tax dollars for menstrual equity
Just when I thought nothing would surprise me, I read that our legislators are championing “menstrual equity.” Read more
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Column: Āhea e pakele ai ka paka lōlō i ka hā‘ili‘ili ‘ia mai?
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
Letter: Why can’t I listen to the radio in Oahu’s tunnels?
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
Letter: Hawaiian Airlines not playing fair with fares
Hawaiian Airlines promotes a policy of flexibility with the slogan “No change fees. Book now, change if you need to.” Read more
Letter: Sewage problems await overpopulated Kakaako
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
Off the news: Water safety awareness will save lives
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
Editorial: Use speed cams to improve safety
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
Off the news: Keep tabs on Maui wildfire survivors
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
Letter: System needed to keep plastic trash from ocean
Recently, I read of a nonprofit from the Netherlands called Ocean Cleanup. Read more
Letter: Mauna ‘Ala kahu should be high alii’s descendant
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
Letter: Mayor goes too far with hands-off governing
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
Letter: GOP needs wise, ethical candidates — not Trump
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
Letter: Biden’s policies are full of smoke and mirrors
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
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