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Coronavirus Outbreak

Hawaii County requires trans-Pacific travelers to show negative COVID-19 test upon arrival to skip quarantine

Hawaii County requires trans-Pacific travelers to show negative COVID-19 test upon arrival to skip quarantine

Hawaii seeks to be seen as a remote workplace with a view

Hawaii seeks to be seen as a remote workplace with a view

Hawaii reports 4 additional coronavirus-related deaths and 57 new infections statewide

Hawaii reports 4 additional coronavirus-related deaths and 57 new infections statewide

No decision yet on football game between Hawaii and San Jose State

No decision yet on football game between Hawaii and San Jose State

POLITICS

Biden chooses all-female senior White House press team

Biden chooses all-female senior White House press team

Completed Wisconsin recount confirms Biden’s win over Trump

Completed Wisconsin recount confirms Biden’s win over Trump

In first one-on-one since losing to Biden, Trump casts more conspiracy theories

In first one-on-one since losing to Biden, Trump casts more conspiracy theories

Biden plans swift moves to protect and advance LGBTQ rights

Biden plans swift moves to protect and advance LGBTQ rights

Photo Galleries

A look at Darth Vader over the years

A look at Darth Vader over the years

Mike Tyson and Roy Jones, Jr. square off in exhibition boxing match

Mike Tyson and Roy Jones, Jr. square off in exhibition boxing match

Hawaii football team upsets Nevada

Hawaii football team upsets Nevada

Tajiri family continues tradition of selling Christmas trees

Tajiri family continues tradition of selling Christmas trees

Given the latest problems with rail, should the start of the first 10 miles, from Kapolei to Aloha Stadium, be delayed a year?

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Hawaii News

Pearl City couple seek holiday cheer for kids

Pearl City couple seek holiday cheer for kids

By Rosemarie Bernardo rbernardo@staradvertiser.com
Today
Updated 12:05 a.m.

Humpback whale season opens early in Hawaii and researchers hope numbers continue to rebound

Updated 11:40 p.m.

Kealoha corruption case nears end with upcoming sentencings

Updated 8:20 a.m.

Kokua Line: Looming end to federal jobless aid raises many questions for Hawaii claimants

Updated 11:41 p.m.

Merrie Monarch could be held in 2021 — but without live audience

Updated 5:09 p.m.

Sports

No decision yet on football game between Hawaii and San Jose State

No decision yet on football game between Hawaii and San Jose State

By Stephen Tsai stsai@staradvertiser.com
Today
Updated 2:35 p.m.

University of Hawaii football team spoils Nevada’s perfect season

Updated 12:05 a.m.

Ferd Lewis: Rainbow Warriors take a ‘giant step forward’ with complete performance

Updated 12:05 a.m.

University of Hawaii football team’s game at San Jose State in jeopardy

Updated 12:24 a.m.

No. 1 Alabama leads AP Top 25 for 4th week

Updated 10:05 a.m.

Editorial

Letters of thanks: Postal Service heroes; Caregivers show aloha for kupuna; How to spell grateful

Letters of thanks: Postal Service heroes; Caregivers show aloha for kupuna; How to spell grateful

On Politics: Looking back at outgoing Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell’s career, it’s hard to avoid misses and near-misses

On Politics: Looking back at outgoing Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell’s career, it’s hard to avoid misses and near-misses

Editorial: Keep Honolulu rail project moving forward

Editorial: Keep Honolulu rail project moving forward

Column: To save Hawaii’s economy, beat COVID

Column: To save Hawaii’s economy, beat COVID

Entertainment

Merrie Monarch could be held in 2021 — but without live audience

Merrie Monarch could be held in 2021 — but without live audience

By Mark Ladao mladao@staradvertiser.com
Today
Updated 5:09 p.m.

Meghan Markle reveals she suffered miscarriage over summer

Updated 9:55 a.m.

The coronavirus pandemic is changing Hollywood, maybe forever

The Weeknd criticizes Grammys over nominations snub

YouTube suspends One America News, a Trump favorite, for touting COVID-19 cure

Crave

Did you buy too much for Thanksgiving? Share

Did you buy too much for Thanksgiving? Share

By Dave Reardon dreardon@staradvertiser.com
Nov. 24, 2020

‘Barefoot Contessa’ expands her reach, even in quarantine

Recipe: Even the littlest chefs can assist with Thanksgiving tasks

Gang of ‘old dogs’ closes out 2020 Hawai‘i Food & Wine Festival

Sunday dinner parties in pandemic times

Latest Columns

On Politics: Looking back at outgoing Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell’s career, it’s hard to avoid misses and near-misses

On Politics: Looking back at outgoing Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell’s career, it’s hard to avoid misses and near-misses

By Richard Borreca Special to the Star-Advertiser

Kokua Line: Looming end to federal jobless aid raises many questions for Hawaii claimants

Kokua Line: Looming end to federal jobless aid raises many questions for Hawaii claimants

By Christine Donnelly cdonnelly@staradvertiser.com

Ferd Lewis: Rainbow Warriors take a ‘giant step forward’ with complete performance

Ferd Lewis: Rainbow Warriors take a ‘giant step forward’ with complete performance

By Ferd Lewis flewis@staradvertiser.com

Rearview Mirror: Thousands at Ala Wai Canal witnessed sailing of Kon Kini

Rearview Mirror

Rearview Mirror: Thousands at Ala Wai Canal witnessed sailing of Kon Kini

By Bob Sigall, Special to the Star-Advertiser

Coronavirus Resources

Kokua Line: Looming end to federal jobless aid raises many questions for Hawaii claimants

Kokua Line: Looming end to federal jobless aid raises many questions for Hawaii claimants

Is it safe to fly during the pandemic? Answers from the experts

Kauai offering free COVID-19 testing Saturday in Kekaha due to recent cases in area

In pandemic era’s isolation, meaning of ‘self-care’ evolves

Kokua Line: Readers give thanks for kindness that keeps us connected

Letters to the Editor

Letters of thanks: Postal Service heroes; Caregivers show aloha for kupuna; How to spell grateful

Letters of thanks: Postal Service heroes; Caregivers show aloha for kupuna; How to spell grateful

Letters: Open first rail segment when ready; Stop giving free rein to developers; Elderly traveler left without options, help

Call for letters: What are you thankful for this holiday season?

Letters: Send clear message with punishment of Kealohas; Sexual assault suspect should not be free; Returning travelers experience rudeness

Letters: Restaurant card won’t help Hawaii economy; Don’t let rich, famous flout environmental law; Welcome Obama to his Waimanalo retreat

America in Turmoil

In first one-on-one since losing to Biden, Trump casts more conspiracy theories

In first one-on-one since losing to Biden, Trump casts more conspiracy theories

2 teens killed at Northern California mall shooting on Black Friday

2 teens killed at Northern California mall shooting on Black Friday

8 injured in Wisconsin mall shooting as police search for suspect

8 injured in Wisconsin mall shooting as police search for suspect

Bush calls election ‘fair’ and outcome ‘clear’

Bush calls election ‘fair’ and outcome ‘clear’

FEATURES

Diamond Head Theatre staging in-person Christmas show

Diamond Head Theatre staging in-person Christmas show

By John Berger jberger@staradvertiser.com
Today
Updated 9:52 a.m.

Hawaii-made products get a boost from virtual marketplaces

On the scene with Jim Brickman

Updated 12:24 a.m.

Help deck our pages with the Keiki Kalikimaka ornament contest

Updated 12:24 a.m.

K-Drama: Min-ho apologizes to Soo-mi on ‘That’s the Way It Is’

Updated 12:24 a.m.

New York Times

In first one-on-one since losing to Biden, Trump casts more conspiracy theories

In first one-on-one since losing to Biden, Trump casts more conspiracy theories

By New York Times
Today
Updated 8:06 a.m.

U.S. coronavirus cases surpass 4M in November, doubling the record set in October

‘Barefoot Contessa’ expands her reach, even in quarantine

Pushed by pandemic, Amazon goes on a hiring spree without equal

How Democrats suffered crushing down-ballot losses across America

Education

U.S. colleges consider new coronavirus protocols for students’ return

U.S. colleges consider new coronavirus protocols for students’ return

University of Hawaii graduation rates rise even during coronavirus pandemic

University of Hawaii graduation rates rise even during coronavirus pandemic

Coronavirus pandemic postpones national math, reading tests until 2022

Coronavirus pandemic postpones national math, reading tests until 2022

Hawaii community colleges extend application deadline to Dec. 29

Hawaii community colleges extend application deadline to Dec. 29

Business

Hawaii seeks to be seen as a remote workplace with a view

Hawaii seeks to be seen as a remote workplace with a view

By Jennifer Sinco Kelleher / Associated Press
Today
Updated 5:34 p.m.

Hawaii-made products get a boost from virtual marketplaces

Black Friday sees record online as U.S. shoppers stay home during coronavirus pandemic

Black Friday shopping spree in Hawaii

Pushed by pandemic, Amazon goes on a hiring spree without equal

Obituaries

Dave Prowse, actor who played Darth Vader, dies at 85

Dave Prowse, actor who played Darth Vader, dies at 85

By Associated Press
Today
Updated 3:15 p.m.

Pioneering federal judge Alfred Laureta continued public service after retiring

Updated 11:32 p.m.

Tony Hsieh, retired Zappos CEO, dies at 46

Argentine soccer great Diego Maradona dies at 60

Bruce Boynton, who inspired 1961 Freedom Rides, dies at 83

National news

$Biden fractures foot while playing with dog, doctor says$

Biden fractures foot while playing with dog, doctor says

By Associated Press
Today
Updated 2:44 p.m.

2 teens killed at Northern California mall shooting on Black Friday

1 dead, 1 injured in Sacramento Black Friday mall shooting

New rule could allow gas, firing squads for U.S. executions

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade takes flight in coronavirus times

World news

Farmers continue to protest agricultural proposals despite Indian government’s offer to talk

Farmers continue to protest agricultural proposals despite Indian government’s offer to talk

By Associated Press
Nov. 28, 2020

Thousands protest in France over proposed ban on sharing images of police officers

Pope elevates 13 new cardinals, then puts them in their place

Updated 9:57 a.m.

Iran’s supreme leader vows revenge over slain scientist

Danish Mayfly named 2021 insect of the year

Live Well

Resources abound to help find old friends

Resources abound to help find old friends

Veteran educators find many reasons to keep teaching

The pandemic makes it difficult for seniors to nurture relationships with their grandchildren

Overturning Obamacare would raise cost of Medicare

COVID survivors cope with physical, mental challenges

Focus on Japan

Chat service lends an ear to the despondent

Chat service lends an ear to the despondent

Government suggests extending New Year holidays

PHOTO: Safe Passage

Carp breeder fishes for buyers online

Technology identifies people by their gait

Travel

Signs of Hawaiian Life — Nov. 29, 2020

Signs of Hawaiian Life — Nov. 29, 2020

Updated 12:25 a.m.

Las Vegas Advisor: New restrictions limit capacity at casinos, restaurants

Updated 12:05 a.m.

A well of history at Florida’s St. Augustine fountain

Signs of Hawaiian Life — Nov. 22, 2020

Las Vegas Advisor: Park MGM casino reduces hours

Recipes

Recipe: Anticipate a leftover bonanza and make gyoza

Recipe: Anticipate a leftover bonanza and make gyoza

Column: Have a toast to go with your Thanksgiving turkey

The Little Foodie: Switch up pie game with kabocha

Easy-Kine Cooking: Serve squash as individual side dish

Recipe: Even the littlest chefs can assist with Thanksgiving tasks

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2020 Holiday Gift Guides

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Video

Hawaii Lt. Gov. Josh Green offers way to ‘perfect’ COVID-19 testing

Hawaii Lt. Gov. Josh Green offers way to ‘perfect’ COVID-19 testing

Lt. Gov. Josh Green suggests extending pre-test period, second test for arriving passengers

VIDEO: Former UH Warrior and CFL great Chad Owens hosts Star-Advertiser sports show ‘The CO2 RUN DWN’

VIDEO: Lt. Gov. Josh Green joins the Honolulu Star-Advertiser’s Spotlight Hawaii

VIDEO: Former UH Warrior and CFL great Chad Owens hosts Star-Advertiser sports show ‘The CO2 RUN DWN’

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