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Coronavirus Outbreak

CDC director says mask turnaround based solely on science

CDC director says mask turnaround based solely on science

Fauci says pandemic exposed ‘undeniable effects of racism’

Fauci says pandemic exposed ‘undeniable effects of racism’

Kokua Line: How do I get the vaccine travel exemption if I don’t have a smartphone or internet access at home?

Kokua Line: How do I get the vaccine travel exemption if I don’t have a smartphone or internet access at home?

Hawaii reports 1 new coronavirus-related death on Oahu, 105 additional infections statewide

Hawaii reports 1 new coronavirus-related death on Oahu, 105 additional infections statewide

POLITICS

Ex-Trump lawyer raiding nonprofit for personal use, company allege

Ex-Trump lawyer raiding nonprofit for personal use, company allege

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez had a catchy logo and now progressives everywhere are copying it

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s combative behavior could spark ethics review

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s combative behavior could spark ethics review

Associate of U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz agrees to cooperate in federal investigation

Associate of U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz agrees to cooperate in federal investigation

Photo Galleries

Video

Jack Johnson and the Kokua Learning Farm get an assist with an e-tractor

Jack Johnson and the Kokua Learning Farm get an assist with an e-tractor

Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra prepares for return of in-person concerts

Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra prepares for return of in-person concerts

Kapolei faces Mililani in OIA baseball

Kapolei faces Mililani in OIA baseball

Video

Honolulu police gets helpful new best friend from Spot the robotic dog

Honolulu police gets helpful new best friend from Spot the robotic dog

Given strides against COVID-19, is it safe now to hop on a plane and travel?

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Hawaii News

New film covers smaller moments of historic surrender on USS Missouri

New film covers smaller moments of historic surrender on USS Missouri

By William Cole wcole@staradvertiser.com
Today
Updated 12:05 a.m.

Kokua Line: How do I get the vaccine travel exemption if I don’t have a smartphone or internet access at home?

Updated 11:11 p.m.

Jack and Kim Johnson’s Kokua Learning Farm in Haleiwa gets help from new solar e-tractor

Updated 12:08 a.m.

David Shapiro: Latest Oahu rail imbroglio takes a turn in public’s favor

Updated 12:05 a.m.

Search continues to fix Oahu rail’s too-narrow wheels and too-wide tracks

Updated 10:44 p.m.

Sports

Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett enshrined into NBA Hall of Fame

Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett enshrined into NBA Hall of Fame

By Associated Press
Today
Updated 9:25 a.m.

TV blackouts of major pro sports leave Hawaii consumers at a loss

Updated 12:40 a.m.

Hawaii football team lands son of former Steelers first-rounder

Updated 12:40 a.m.

Bats go flat as Hawaii baseball team loses pair to CSUN

Updated 12:40 a.m.

Peak performances help Punahou girls cruise to ILH track title

Updated 12:40 a.m.

Editorial

Editorial: Getting Oahu’s rail back on track to town

Editorial: Getting Oahu’s rail back on track to town

On Politics: Hotel-room tax overhaul would force Hawaii counties to book their own tax-revenue solutions

On Politics: Hotel-room tax overhaul would force Hawaii counties to book their own tax-revenue solutions

Column: U.S.-China: Political warfare calls for major role by Indo-Pacific Command

Column: U.S.-China: Political warfare calls for major role by Indo-Pacific Command

Letters: Athletics crucial for a ‘normal’ Hawaii; Useless to stop rail at Middle Street; Local shops replaced with touristy ones

Letters: Athletics crucial for a ‘normal’ Hawaii; Useless to stop rail at Middle Street; Local shops replaced with touristy ones

Entertainment

ViacomCBS says ex-CBS CEO Les Moonves won’t get $120M severance

ViacomCBS says ex-CBS CEO Les Moonves won’t get $120M severance

By Associated Press
May 14, 2021

Prince Harry thought about quitting royal life in his 20s

Chrissy Teigen apologizes to Courtney Stodden for harassment

Ellen DeGeneres to end long-running TV talk show next year

Elon Musk moves ratings as host of ‘Saturday Night Live’

Crave

Way to indulge

Way to indulge

By Kelli Shiroma Braiotta
May 11, 2021

Not so humble leeks

Tlacuaches 808: A Waikiki welcome

Brunch bunch: part 1

Sweet-Tart Rhubarb Cobbler

Latest Columns

On Politics: Hotel-room tax overhaul would force Hawaii counties to book their own tax-revenue solutions

On Politics: Hotel-room tax overhaul would force Hawaii counties to book their own tax-revenue solutions

By Richard Borreca Special to the Star-Advertiser

Kokua Line: How do I get the vaccine travel exemption if I don’t have a smartphone or internet access at home?

Kokua Line: How do I get the vaccine travel exemption if I don’t have a smartphone or internet access at home?

By Christine Donnelly cdonnelly@staradvertiser.com

David Shapiro: Latest Oahu rail imbroglio takes a turn in public’s favor

David Shapiro: Latest Oahu rail imbroglio takes a turn in public’s favor

By David Shapiro, Special to the Star-Advertiser

Rearview: Iconic Honolulu sports bar was popular for 3 decades

Rearview Mirror

Rearview: Iconic Honolulu sports bar was popular for 3 decades

By Bob Sigall, Special to the Star-Advertiser

COVID-19 Resources

Why the CDC changed its advice on masks

Why the CDC changed its advice on masks

Kokua Line: Can I get Hawaii’s vaccine exemption for interisland travel if my ID is from out of state?

What does the new mask guidance really mean?

Minit Medical offering COVID-19 vaccine at clinics in Upcountry, West Maui

‘Great day for America’: Vaccinated people can largely ditch masks, CDC says

Letters to the Editor

Letters: Athletics crucial for a ‘normal’ Hawaii; Useless to stop rail at Middle Street; Local shops replaced with touristy ones

Letters: Athletics crucial for a ‘normal’ Hawaii; Useless to stop rail at Middle Street; Local shops replaced with touristy ones

Letters: Rail’s wheel-track defect is disaster in the making; Cure needed for virulent epidemic of Trumpism; Find better way to honor vets at burial than shots

Letters: Clean debris choking stream flow to ocean; Teach children not to litter in public parks; No waiting period for inspecting Iran nukes

Letters: Teachers get bonuses; other workers left out; Thousands of jobless didn’t get bonuses; Report COVID cases among vaccinated

Letters: Give Aloha Stadium land to Hawaiians; Strong women most likely to get things done; Democrats shine light on reality of racism

America in Turmoil

Arrest made after boy, 4, found slain on Dallas street

Arrest made after boy, 4, found slain on Dallas street

Fauci says pandemic exposed ‘undeniable effects of racism’

Fauci says pandemic exposed ‘undeniable effects of racism’

Fatal police shooting of Lindani Myeni in Honolulu has South Africans demanding justice

Fatal police shooting of Lindani Myeni in Honolulu has South Africans demanding justice

Columbus reaches $10M settlement for family of Andre Hill

Columbus reaches $10M settlement for family of Andre Hill

FEATURES

Courtney Choy crowned Miss Hawaii 2021

Courtney Choy crowned Miss Hawaii 2021

By Star-Advertiser staff
May 15, 2021
Updated 8:46 a.m.

Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra’s outdoor concert series features music by composer Michael-Thomas Foumai

Updated 10:38 p.m.

‘Kai Piha’ documentary on Hawaiian fishponds debuts on PBS Hawai‘i

Updated 12:41 a.m.

On the Scene with musician Lionel Boy

Updated 12:41 a.m.

K-Drama: Yeon Ju gets jealous seeing Mi Ra on a date on ‘Man Who Sets the Table’

Updated 12:05 a.m.

New York Times

How to plan a DIY Alaska trip

How to plan a DIY Alaska trip

By Elaine Glusac New York Times
Today
Updated 12:05 a.m.

Fatal police shooting of Lindani Myeni in Honolulu has South Africans demanding justice

Updated 3:53 p.m.

Rash of subway attacks raises worries with 24-hour service set to return

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez had a catchy logo and now progressives everywhere are copying it

Why the CDC changed its advice on masks

Education

Colleges pushed anew for reparations for slavery, racism

Colleges pushed anew for reparations for slavery, racism

State gets $4 million in grant money for education initiatives

State gets $4 million in grant money for education initiatives

Schools ditch student mask requirements in growing numbers

Schools ditch student mask requirements in growing numbers

U.S. schools fight to keep students amid fear of dropout surge

U.S. schools fight to keep students amid fear of dropout surge

Business

IRS to the rescue? Tax audits eyed for infrastructure cash

IRS to the rescue? Tax audits eyed for infrastructure cash

By Associated Press
Today
Updated 9:44 a.m.

Florida’s amusement parks loosen pandemic mask requirements

Updated 2:15 p.m.

Crash victim had posted videos riding in Tesla on Autopilot

Updated 1:44 p.m.

East Coast pipeline operator says ‘normal operations’ have resumed after ransomware attack

On the Move: David Oyadomari, Jamie Cheng, Jamie Greenslade

Obituaries

Kid reporter who interviewed President Barack Obama at White House dies at 23

Kid reporter who interviewed President Barack Obama at White House dies at 23

By Associated Press
May 15, 2021

‘Saboteur,’ ‘St. Elsewhere’ star Norman Lloyd dies at 106

Former Hawaii quarterback Colt Brennan dies at 37

Hawaii activist Marsha Rose Joyner spent her life promoting peace, equality

Obama dog Bo, once a White House celebrity, dies from cancer

National news

Minneapolis suburb OKs sweeping changes in policing policies

Minneapolis suburb OKs sweeping changes in policing policies

By Associated Press
Today
Updated 9:45 a.m.

Canyon homes evacuated as crews battle Los Angeles wildfire

Updated 9:33 a.m.

22 people rescued after roller coaster in Arizona gets stuck

Updated 9:22 a.m.

Kid reporter who interviewed President Barack Obama at White House dies at 23

Columbus reaches $10M settlement for family of Andre Hill

World news

Severe cyclone heading toward southern India; 6 dead

Severe cyclone heading toward southern India; 6 dead

By Associated Press
Today
Updated 9:11 a.m.

Israel kills 42 in Gaza as Netanyahu warns war will go on

Updated 8:21 a.m.

Israeli strikes kill 26, topple buildings in Gaza City

Updated 1:05 a.m.

Israeli strike destroys Gaza building with Associated Press, other media

Updated 2:33 p.m.

Israeli airstrike on Gaza home kills 10, mostly children

Live Well

Many sources can help seniors gain technology skills

Many sources can help seniors gain technology skills

Vaccine teams do house calls for Rome’s homebound

Cost, complexity and pride prevent older adults from investing in assistive devices

Consider all options before prepaying for own funeral

Online activities platform caters to homebound seniors

Focus on Japan

Colorful heroes serve community in disguise

Colorful heroes serve community in disguise

Vending machines boost sales of Chiba’s specialties

Cities get innovative to promote vaccines

‘Demon Slayer’ violence draws distinct responses in U.S., Japan

PHOTO: Olympic Puppet Training

Travel

How to plan a DIY Alaska trip

How to plan a DIY Alaska trip

Updated 12:05 a.m.

Signs of Hawaiian Life — May 16, 2021

Updated 12:05 a.m.

Las Vegas Advisor: 9 MGM Resorts casinos return to 100% capacity

Updated 12:05 a.m.

Egyptology is having a big moment. But will tourists come?

Signs of Hawaiian Life — May 9, 2021

Recipes

Not so humble leeks

Not so humble leeks

Sweet-Tart Rhubarb Cobbler

Preserving a classic side

Oodles of cold noodles

The secret to fluffy bread

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Special Sections

Dining Out

Hawaii Renovation

2021 Nurses Month

2021 Military Appreciation

STORIES WITH VIDEO

Video

Jack and Kim Johnson’s Kokua Learning Farm in Haleiwa gets help from new solar e-tractor

Jack and Kim Johnson’s Kokua Learning Farm in Haleiwa gets help from new solar e-tractor

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

VIDEO: Former Congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa joins the Honolulu Star-Advertiser’s Spotlight Hawaii

Officials investigate Army Corps of Engineers contractor after coral damage found in Honolulu Harbor

VIDEO: Gov. David Ige to maintain Hawaii’s mask mandate despite updated CDC guidance

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