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Nancy Pelosi, Democrats walk out of White House meeting on Syria after Trump’s ‘meltdown’

Nancy Pelosi, Democrats walk out of White House meeting on Syria after Trump’s ‘meltdown’

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Updated 4:45 p.m.
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Condemnation of Trump’s stance on Turkey, Syria and the Kurds was quick and severe, not only from Democrats but also from many Republicans.

Tulsi Gabbard’s take on Syria gets slammed as ‘dead wrong’ during Democratic debate

Updated 10:20 p.m.
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Skeleton found beneath California peak unearths a mystery

Updated 6:55 p.m.

Chicago teachers to go on strike in district with over 300,000 students

Updated 2:24 p.m.

Trump says he thought grieving British parents wanted to meet driver who killed their son

Updated 1:44 p.m.
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Fourth man is arrested in probe of Giuliani associates

Updated 11:52 a.m.

Former Honolulu Police Chief Louis Kealoha files for divorce from wife Katherine

Updated 12:10 a.m.
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Rare olive ridley turtle nest discovered at Kailua Beach

Updated 12:28 a.m.

Lee Cataluna: Visitor pledges are only the beginning

Updated 12:25 a.m.
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State Sen. Kai Kahele criticizes Tulsi Gabbard for missing House vote on Syria

Gabbard, who has been busy on the presidential campaign trail, was one of 14 representatives absent from the vote.

Updated 4:40 p.m.

Beretania Street lanes reopen after being closed by downed utility pole

Updated 4:34 p.m.

Marcus Mariota vows demotion won’t ‘end my career’

Updated 9:22 a.m.
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Honolulu Zoo parking lot repair schedule extended

Honolulu Zoo parking lot repair schedule extended

Updated 6:15 p.m.

Firefighters respond to diver in distress in Kaneohe Bay

Firefighters respond to diver in distress in Kaneohe Bay

Updated 7:16 p.m.

Heavy rains, thunderstorms expected for western half of state today

Updated 9:57 a.m.

Power outage, downed tree close lanes of traffic in town and Kailua

Updated 11:29 a.m.

Man in critical condition after rescue at Hanauma Bay

Updated 12:04 p.m.

Former top State Department aide Michael McKinley quit over Ukraine, sources say

Updated 11:49 a.m.

Big Isle man who died in tractor accident is identified

Updated 11:36 a.m.

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D.C. in World Series for first time since 1933

D.C. in World Series for first time since 1933

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Democratic presidential primary debate hosted by CNN/New York Times

Democratic presidential primary debate hosted by CNN/New York Times

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2019-2020 ‘Ilima Awards Gala at Diamond Head Theatre

2019-2020 ‘Ilima Awards Gala at Diamond Head Theatre

OIA volleyball semifinals

OIA volleyball semifinals

Residents protest Kahuku wind farm

Residents protest Kahuku wind farm

Back in the Day: Photos from Hawaii’s Past

Back in the Day: Photos from Hawaii’s Past

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Soldiers conduct rapid artillery exercise at Schofield Barracks

Soldiers conduct rapid artillery exercise at Schofield Barracks

Crews cross channel in Molokai Hoe

Crews cross channel in Molokai Hoe

What do you think about the recent spread of ‘kapu aloha’ demonstrations to block projects in Kahuku and at Sherwood Forest in Waimanalo?

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Hawaii News

University of Hawaii regents panel pitches plan to improve Mauna Kea

University of Hawaii regents panel pitches plan to improve Mauna Kea

By Timothy Hurley thurley@staradvertiser.com
Today
Updated 11:20 p.m.

Protests concern Hawaii business leaders

Updated 12:45 a.m.

Gov. David Ige backs wind farm’s construction in Kahuku

Updated 12:57 a.m.

Lee Cataluna: Visitor pledges are only the beginning

Updated 12:25 a.m.

Tulsi Gabbard’s take on Syria gets slammed as ‘dead wrong’ during Democratic debate

Updated 10:20 p.m.

Sports

Hawaii’s offensive line is just fine

Hawaii’s offensive line is just fine

By Stephen Tsai stsai@staradvertiser.com
Today
Updated 12:05 a.m.

Ferd Lewis: Mariota’s benching was a total team effort

Updated 12:05 a.m.

Stan Sheriff 25th anniversary: Katz and Hawaii men’s volleyball took community by storm

Updated 12:05 a.m.

Hawaii coach Rolovich’s compensation for season passes $600,000

Updated 12:26 a.m.

Stanford’s Jet Toner takes nothing for granted

Updated 12:28 a.m.

Editorial

Column: Young astronomers reach for the stars

Column: Young astronomers reach for the stars

Editorial: Set new property tax rate for B&Bs

Editorial: Set new property tax rate for B&Bs

Letters: New Ala Wai slip fees higher than elsewhere

Letters: New Ala Wai slip fees higher than elsewhere

Letters: Shrinking tax revenues hurt homeless services

Letters: Shrinking tax revenues hurt homeless services

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Review: ‘Tosca’ an outstanding season opener for Hawaii Opera Theatre

Review: ‘Tosca’ an outstanding season opener for Hawaii Opera Theatre

By Review Ruth O. Bingham, Special to the Star-Advertiser
Oct. 13, 2019

The Mana‘o Company celebrates 30 years of music

Contemporary concerns inspire new perspective on Puccini classic ‘Tosca’

Pau Hana Patrol: Remodeled Doraku Waikiki offers understated style, flavor to spare

Island Mele: Kupu Dalire-Na‘auao builds his family legacy

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Hawai’i Food & Wine Fest’s ‘Drag Appetit’ celebrates gay pride

Hawai’i Food & Wine Fest’s ‘Drag Appetit’ celebrates gay pride

By Lesa Griffith, Special to the Star-Advertiser
Oct. 15, 2019

What I Ate on My Summer Vacation: At home in Hawaii

Spice Hawaii serves up cheesy, spicy rice crepes

7 tips for the best Hawai’i Food & Wine Festival experience

2019-2020 ‘Ilima Awards: A Guide to Oahu’s Top Restaurants

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Kokua Line: Vehicle-access permit doesn’t allow off-roading at Kaena Point; report violators

Kokua Line: Vehicle-access permit doesn’t allow off-roading at Kaena Point; report violators

By Christine Donnelly cdonnelly@staradvertiser.com

Lee Cataluna: Visitor pledges are only the beginning

Lee Cataluna: Visitor pledges are only the beginning

By Lee Cataluna lcataluna@staradvertiser.com

Ferd Lewis: Mariota’s benching was a total team effort

Ferd Lewis: Mariota’s benching was a total team effort

By Ferd Lewis flewis@staradvertiser.com

Kick off Halloween season with pumpkin bread

Kick off Halloween season with pumpkin bread

By Betty Shimabukuro bshimabukuro@staradvertiser.com

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ILIMA AWARDS

Publisher’s Choice: Morton’s the Steakhouse

Publisher’s Choice: Morton’s the Steakhouse

People’s Choice: Senia, Shabuya, La Mer, Kono’s, more

Rave Reviews: Joleen Oshiro

Rave Reviews: Lesa Griffith

Best Seafood: Buffet at Hyatt Regency Waikiki

MAUI

Recent violence belies Maui’s progress with homeless population

Recent violence belies Maui’s progress with homeless population

Storyteller Kimo Nevius entertains with music for a cause

Baldwin High staff trains for active shooter attack

Culinary extravaganza Hawai‘i Food & Wine Festival kicks off Friday

Enjoy crispy sweet corn fritters as pupu or potluck dish

Out and About Photo Galleries

Hawaii Youth Symphony and the Pacific Music Institute at SALT

Hawaii Youth Symphony and the Pacific Music Institute at SALT

Komen Hawaii Race for the Cure 2019 at Kapiolani Park

Komen Hawaii Race for the Cure 2019 at Kapiolani Park

The Elevations at Hawaiian Brian’s

The Elevations at Hawaiian Brian’s

Pink and Gold Party at Haus Supper Club

Pink and Gold Party at Haus Supper Club

The Mana’o Company 30th Anniversary Concert

The Mana’o Company 30th Anniversary Concert

Children and Youth Day 2019

Children and Youth Day 2019

KTUH 50th Anniversary at Hawaiian Brian’s

KTUH 50th Anniversary at Hawaiian Brian’s

‘The IONAsphere’ at Alohilani Resort

‘The IONAsphere’ at Alohilani Resort

Politics

Ilhan Omar endorses Bernie Sanders; Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez will do so too

Ilhan Omar endorses Bernie Sanders; Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez will do so too

Fourth man is arrested in probe of Giuliani associates

Fourth man is arrested in probe of Giuliani associates

Obama endorses Trudeau in unprecedented move

Obama endorses Trudeau in unprecedented move

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Nancy Pelosi, Democrats walk out of White House meeting on Syria after Trump’s ‘meltdown’

Nancy Pelosi, Democrats walk out of White House meeting on Syria after Trump’s ‘meltdown’

ENTERTAINMENT

Library exhibit offers glimpse into J.D. Salinger’s life and work

Library exhibit offers glimpse into J.D. Salinger’s life and work

By Associated Press
Today
Updated 6:43 p.m.

‘Tarzan’ actor Ron Ely’s wife killed; son shot by deputies

Updated 12:37 p.m.

The ‘Office Ladies’ return to Dunder Mifflin

Cuba Gooding Jr. could face 12 accusers in sexual misconduct trial, Manhattan prosecutor says

TV actress Felicity Huffman starts serving prison time in college admissions scam

Features

Shorter people more likely to develop diabetes, study suggests

Shorter people more likely to develop diabetes, study suggests

By Najja Parker, Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Oct. 15, 2019

Five choices to make in the fight against dementia

For better health, eliminate ultraprocessed foods

Joe Moore and Pat Sajak to star in ‘Sunshine Boys’

Magnum Reloaded: ‘Magnum P.I.’ team fights to protect identity of ‘White Knight’

Hawaii Prep World

CLOSING THE BOOK: 2019 Kalani Falcions

CLOSING THE BOOK: 2019 Kalani Falcions

By Jerry Campany
Oct. 16, 2019

CLOSING THE BOOK: 2019 Kalaheo Mustangs

VIDEO: Coach and player interviews from the OIA volleyball semifinals

VOTE: Waianae’s Torii Field in USA Today ‘Best Stadium’ poll

Q&A: Roosevelt ballhawkers Aalona Monteilh, Shepherd Kekahuna

Hawaii Warrior World

Stan Sheriff Center: Memories of the Yuval Katz Hawaii men’s volleyball era

Stan Sheriff Center: Memories of the Yuval Katz Hawaii men’s volleyball era

By Cindy Luis
Oct. 16, 2019

Hawaii football: Valuing possessions vs. Air Force not optional

Stan Sheriff Center: Memories of Hawaii volleyball’s Shoji becoming the all-time winningest coach

Rainbow Forecast: Hawaii football hosts Air Force, volleyball 2 at home, soccer hits road

Stan Sheriff Center: Hawaii basketball started 2005 cramping Michigan State’s style

MORE SPORTS

Yankees’ bullpen to be tested after rain postpones ALCS game against Astros

Yankees’ bullpen to be tested after rain postpones ALCS game against Astros

Updated 12:57 p.m.

Wild-card Nationals head to World Series with sweep of Cards

Updated 8:15 p.m.

Detroit Lions the latest victims of NFL’s flag problem

Column: For LeBron James, injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere … except in China

Source: Rams trade CB Peters to Baltimore for LB Young

HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS

Behind a defensive duo, the Roosevelt Rough Riders have galloped their way to the OIA Division II playoffs

Behind a defensive duo, the Roosevelt Rough Riders have galloped their way to the OIA Division II playoffs

Kahuku beats Farrington, earns No. 2 seed in OIA playoff

Campbell’s defense comes through to tip Kamehameha

Alfred Failauga helps Waipahu run past Kailua

Roosevelt rolls to win to finish in 3-way tie for first

BUSINESS

On the Move: Scott, Sunn and Bearden

On the Move: Scott, Sunn and Bearden

Updated 12:05 a.m.

State health officials fine bubble tea shop in Moiliili for removing yellow placard

Updated 11:36 p.m.

Google debuts new Pixel 4 phone, wireless earbuds with AI

Opioid crisis cost U.S. economy $631B over 4 years, study finds

Robot war breaks out as Roomba maker sues upstart SharkNinja

ODD NEWS

Quit calling about your stolen weed, Florida deputies tell man

Quit calling about your stolen weed, Florida deputies tell man

Pope gives New Orleans Saints unexpected boost on Twitter

Missouri city’s cleanup flags dog poop

Squirrels hide more than 200 walnuts under SUV’s hood

Goat rams through sliding glass door, naps inside Ohio bathroom

HEALTH

Shorter people more likely to develop diabetes, study suggests

Shorter people more likely to develop diabetes, study suggests

For better health, eliminate ultraprocessed foods

Five choices to make in the fight against dementia

Where you die can affect your chance of being an organ donor

STDs in Hawaii are at an all-time high as more take part in online hookups

Travel

Hawaii’s Backyard: Get set for the 18th annual Hawaii Rock and Mineral Show

Hawaii’s Backyard: Get set for the 18th annual Hawaii Rock and Mineral Show

Spend a day off the Vegas Strip adventuring around the different coves of Lake Mead

Las Vegas showrooms will undergo makeovers

Enjoying the perfect solo trip in Orcas

A new look at Frank Lloyd Wright’s textiles

Focus on Japan

Public baths contemplate accepting tattooed guests

Public baths contemplate accepting tattooed guests

Prepaid cards make travel convenient for tourists

AI for predicting tsunami will help prevent disasters

Shikoku festival full of activities for thrill-seekers

Popular pet lizards smuggled into Japan

Live Well

How seniors can get help with credit card, mortgage debt

How seniors can get help with credit card, mortgage debt

‘Life is a journey’ for 76-year-old Conrad Richebacher

Don’t dwell on age; affirm youthfulness

Senior-specific flu vaccines can provide better protection

Learn to stop blaming and complaining

National news

Skeleton found beneath California peak unearths a mystery

Skeleton found beneath California peak unearths a mystery

Updated 6:55 p.m.

Chicago teachers to go on strike in district with over 300,000 students

Updated 2:24 p.m.

Mormon church opposes Utah LGBTQ conversion therapy ban in about-face

Updated 10:21 a.m.

Scientists discover big storms can create ‘stormquakes’

Updated 7:45 a.m.

GM and union reach tentative deal that could end strike

Updated 2:01 p.m.

World news

Syrian forces enter key border town, blocking Turkish plans

Syrian forces enter key border town, blocking Turkish plans

Updated 1:03 p.m.

Trump says he thought grieving British parents wanted to meet driver who killed their son

Updated 1:44 p.m.

Japan searches for North Korean boat crew who fell into sea

Updated 5:15 a.m.

Japan’s typhoon death toll climbs while floodwaters recede

Updated 9:16 p.m.

Kim Jong Un rides horse on sacred peak, vows to fight U.S. sanctions

Updated 9:16 a.m.

New York Times

Former top State Department aide Michael McKinley quit over Ukraine, sources say

Former top State Department aide Michael McKinley quit over Ukraine, sources say

Updated 11:49 a.m.

Ilhan Omar endorses Bernie Sanders; Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez will do so too

Updated 10:22 a.m.

Recipe: Serve dinner from a can, with pride

A presidential candidate reported raising $5 last quarter. Yes, $5.

The ‘Office Ladies’ return to Dunder Mifflin

Obituaries

Hollywood ‘fixer’ Scotty Bowers wrote tell-all book about sex lives of the stars

Hollywood ‘fixer’ Scotty Bowers wrote tell-all book about sex lives of the stars

Updated 1:16 p.m.

Harold Bloom, critic who championed western canon, dies at 89

South Korean pop star Sulli, 25, found dead at home

Former Army paratrooper, car collector led colorful life

Madcap confetti-throwing comic Rip Taylor dies at 84

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IMPEACHMENT INQUIRY

Former top State Department aide Michael McKinley quit over Ukraine, sources say

Former top State Department aide Michael McKinley quit over Ukraine, sources say

Fourth man is arrested in probe of Giuliani associates

John Bolton called Rudy Giuliani a ‘hand grenade’ who will ‘blow everybody up,’ ex-aide testifies

Ex-National Security Council official testifying to Congress

Hunter Biden to step down from Chinese board

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Chicago teachers to go on strike in district with over 300,000 students

Chicago teachers to go on strike in district with over 300,000 students

Trump says he thought grieving British parents wanted to meet driver who killed their son

GM and union reach tentative deal that could end strike

Nancy Pelosi, Democrats walk out of White House meeting on Syria after Trump’s ‘meltdown’

Japan’s typhoon death toll climbs while floodwaters recede

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October 2008: Barack Obama returns to Oahu to visit dying grandmother just before election

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Letters: Special fees help pay for necessary training

Letters: New Ala Wai slip fees higher than elsewhere

Letters: 30-day rentals should be part of property tax plan

Letters: Shrinking tax revenues hurt homeless services

Letters: Protesters hold state hostage to their views

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