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Hawaii visitor arrivals reach new high since coronavirus quarantine

Hawaii visitor arrivals reach new high since coronavirus quarantine

By Rob Shikina rshikina@staradvertiser.com
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Updated 7:48 p.m.
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On Saturday, 384 visitors arrived in Hawaii, surpassing the previous peak of 363 visitors who arrived Thursday.

No new coronavirus cases in Hawaii as statewide tally remains 643

Updated 12:22 p.m.
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Other destinations set reopenings, but Hawaii tourism remains in limbo

Updated 11:46 p.m.
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Hawaii grads celebrate milestone as coronavirus cases stay low

Updated 12:06 a.m.

As tourism stalls, military spending continues to boost Hawaii’s economy

Updated 11:21 p.m.
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David Shapiro: As lawmakers fight each other, COVID-19 scores a TKO

Updated 8:10 p.m.
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Kokua Line: Deadline looms for jobless inspired to political action

Updated 5:26 p.m.

Lee Cataluna: Anonymous donor’s gift to kupuna gives us all something to smile about

Updated 12:05 a.m.
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Survey shows Hawaii residents wary of visiting malls, eating out

Updated 1:16 a.m.
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Top News

6 cited for coronavirus violations in raid at suspected brothel near Waikiki

Six people were cited during a raid at a massage parlor suspected of operating as a brothel, the Honolulu Prosecutor’s Office said today.

Updated 4:44 p.m.
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White House imposes coronavirus travel ban on Brazil

Updated 3:46 p.m.
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Hong Kong police fire tear gas as protesters resist China’s grip

Updated 10:43 a.m.
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Memorial Day weekend draws crowds and triggers warnings

Updated 3:25 p.m.

Maui man, 37, hospitalized after moped strikes wild pig

Updated 11:10 a.m.

Authorities identify diver whose body was recovered off Kaaawa

Updated 3 p.m.

First deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance

Updated 7:49 p.m.

Forced to adapt, businesses rethink how they make money

Updated 7:15 p.m.

Welcome to Puerto Rico, now line up for your coronavirus screening

Updated 3:18 p.m.

SpaceX’s 1st astronaut launch breaking new ground for style

Updated 2:45 p.m.

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Coronavirus Outbreak

No new coronavirus cases in Hawaii as statewide tally remains 643

No new coronavirus cases in Hawaii as statewide tally remains 643

Hawaii visitor arrivals reach new high since coronavirus quarantine

Hawaii visitor arrivals reach new high since coronavirus quarantine

Heading back to the gym? Doctors explain how to stay safe

Heading back to the gym? Doctors explain how to stay safe

CDC, states’ reporting of coronavirus test data causes confusion

CDC, states’ reporting of coronavirus test data causes confusion

White House imposes coronavirus travel ban on Brazil

White House imposes coronavirus travel ban on Brazil

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Hawaii grads celebrate milestone as coronavirus cases stay low

Hawaii grads celebrate milestone as coronavirus cases stay low

Las Vegas Advisor: Casinos on the Strip to eliminate parking fees when they reopen

Las Vegas Advisor: Casinos on the Strip to eliminate parking fees when they reopen

Kokua Line: Deadline looms for jobless inspired to political action

Kokua Line: Deadline looms for jobless inspired to political action

Photo Galleries

Respects paid at National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific at Punchbowl ahead of Memorial Day

Respects paid at National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific at Punchbowl ahead of Memorial Day

Oahu churches begin to reopen for Sunday services

Oahu churches begin to reopen for Sunday services

Lines form at Oahu Ross Dress for Less stores

Lines form at Oahu Ross Dress for Less stores

Back in the Day: Photos from Hawaii’s Past

Back in the Day: Photos from Hawaii’s Past

Has Hawaii turned the corner on the coronavirus pandemic?

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Other destinations set reopenings, but Hawaii tourism remains in limbo

Other destinations set reopenings, but Hawaii tourism remains in limbo

By Allison Schaefers aschaefers@staradvertiser.com
Today
Updated 11:46 p.m.

As tourism stalls, military spending continues to boost Hawaii’s economy

Updated 11:21 p.m.

Hawaii grads celebrate milestone as coronavirus cases stay low

Updated 12:06 a.m.

Survey shows Hawaii residents wary of visiting malls, eating out

Updated 1:16 a.m.

Hale Maluhia opens its doors for domestic violence victims

Updated 11:52 p.m.

Sports

Hawaii coach Todd Graham embraces Rainbow Warrior football traditions

Hawaii coach Todd Graham embraces Rainbow Warrior football traditions

By Stephen Tsai stsai@staradvertiser.com
Today
Updated 11:53 p.m.

Process of selecting a developer for the Aloha Stadium project moves forward

Updated 11:53 p.m.

Jack Sullivan, Hawaii’s ambassador of soccer, dies at age 86

University of Hawaii baseball player Dustin Demeter takes lost 2020 season in stride

Ferd Lewis: Rooney Rule still stuck far in the past despite update

Editorial

Editorial: Progress made on tracking coronavirus testing in Hawaii

Editorial: Progress made on tracking coronavirus testing in Hawaii

Column: The efficacy of face masks lauded as Hawaii reopens and interactions increase

Column: The efficacy of face masks lauded as Hawaii reopens and interactions increase

Column: How to prevent a surge in COVID-19 in Hawaii

Column: How to prevent a surge in COVID-19 in Hawaii

Column: Hawaii homeless services burden Chinatown

Column: Hawaii homeless services burden Chinatown

Entertainment

Tyler Perry moves toward reopening Georgia studio while Hollywood waits

Tyler Perry moves toward reopening Georgia studio while Hollywood waits

By Associated Press
Today
Updated 11:53 a.m.

What do the paparazzi do when the stars are quarantined?

Shut-in stars rally for Red Nose TV show for kids in need

Google celebrates the birthday of beloved Hawaiian musician Israel Kamakawiwo‘ole in doodle

Journey ends for Hawaii’s Thunderstorm Artis on NBC’s ‘The Voice’

Crave

Palama Settlement program guarantees dinner for area children

Palama Settlement program guarantees dinner for area children

By Pat Gee pgee@staradvertiser.com
May 19, 2020

Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center steps up to help community

Farm to You: Connecting consumers with Hawaii farmers, ranchers and fishers

The Weekly Eater: Make a meal with help from Oahu chefs

Quickbites: Papa John’s offers pies for a cause

Latest Columns

Richard Borreca: Whatever politics are in play, politicians must get money to those hurting most in Hawaii

Richard Borreca: Whatever politics are in play, politicians must get money to those hurting most in Hawaii

By Richard Borreca, Special to the Star-Advertiser

Lee Cataluna: Anonymous donor’s gift to kupuna gives us all something to smile about

Lee Cataluna: Anonymous donor’s gift to kupuna gives us all something to smile about

By Lee Cataluna lcataluna@staradvertiser.com

Kokua Line: Deadline looms for jobless inspired to political action

Kokua Line: Deadline looms for jobless inspired to political action

By Christine Donnelly cdonnelly@staradvertiser.com

David Shapiro: As lawmakers fight each other, COVID-19 scores a TKO

David Shapiro: As lawmakers fight each other, COVID-19 scores a TKO

By David Shapiro, Special to the Star-Advertiser

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Coronavirus Resources

Kokua Line: Deadline looms for jobless inspired to political action

Kokua Line: Deadline looms for jobless inspired to political action

Heading back to the gym? Doctors explain how to stay safe

Appointment and mask needed for in-office visits for driver license and state ID

Column: No-cost tests for COVID-19 available through Medicare

Kokua Line: Website for Hawaii jobless claims herds filers back to upgraded portal

Maui

Maui hospital staff looks back at its first run-in with a global pandemic

Maui hospital staff looks back at its first run-in with a global pandemic

Maui’s summer youth programs adjust to a new reality

Tributes pour in for local legend Willie K, ‘the heart and soul’ of Hawaii

Weekly digest of what’s happening on Maui

Back in the Day on Maui

Politics

Trump’s pitch to voters: Trust me, economy will soar in 2021

Trump’s pitch to voters: Trust me, economy will soar in 2021

Video

Former Vice President Joe Biden tops Bernie Sanders among Democrats in the Hawaii primary

Former Vice President Joe Biden tops Bernie Sanders among Democrats in the Hawaii primary

Joe Biden wins Hawaii Democratic presidential primary with 63% of ranked-choice votes

Joe Biden wins Hawaii Democratic presidential primary with 63% of ranked-choice votes

Judge nixes bid to stop coal sales that Trump revived

Judge nixes bid to stop coal sales that Trump revived

HEALTH

COVID-19 pandemic a boon for bicycles as thousands snap them up

COVID-19 pandemic a boon for bicycles as thousands snap them up

By Associated Press
Today
Updated 6:33 a.m.

Column: No-cost tests for COVID-19 available through Medicare

Big study casts more doubt on malaria drugs for coronavirus

U.K. to start huge vaccine test; China reports promising hints

How should I clean and store my face mask?

Features

Aloha wear and masks that highlight Hawaii’s native plants

Aloha wear and masks that highlight Hawaii’s native plants

By John Berger jberger@staradvertiser.com
Today
Updated 11:51 p.m.

The hidden language of masks uncovered

Updated 12:05 a.m.

Adventure camps on Oahu and Maui immerse keiki in nature

Updated 12:05 a.m.

On the Scene with Penny Pence Smith, author of ‘The Last Legwoman’

Updated 12:05 a.m.

Island Mele: Tin Idol re-issues epic rock opera as triple-disc package

Updated 8:26 p.m.

Hawaii Prep World

1992 Hall of Honor

1992 Hall of Honor

By Jerry Campany
May. 24, 2020

2015 Hall of Honor

1995 Hall of Honor

2000 Hall of Honor

2010 Hall of Honor

Hawaii Warrior World

Hawaii men’s volleyball: Rado Parapunov, Colton Cowell, Patrick Gasman will be back for 2021 season

Hawaii men’s volleyball: Rado Parapunov, Colton Cowell, Patrick Gasman will be back for 2021 season

By Stephen Tsai
May. 7, 2020

Hawaii football: Rojesterman Farris to Atlanta Falcons, JoJo Ward to Arizona Cardinals

Hawaii football: Cole McDonald drafted in 7th round by Tennessee Titans

Hawaii men’s basketball: Drew Buggs narrows transfer choices to 3 schools

Hawaii water polo: Alumna Femke Aan makes hand sanitizer at ‘3Rewery’ to counterattack coronavirus

MORE SPORTS

WNBA teams set to make tough decisions on roster cuts

WNBA teams set to make tough decisions on roster cuts

Updated 3:59 p.m.

As Native Americans fight coronavirus, basketball takes a timeout

Updated 3:55 p.m.

Busch on the pole for NASCAR’s longest race of the season

Updated 12:05 p.m.

Heading back to the gym? Doctors explain how to stay safe

Updated 7:42 a.m.

Hall of Fame basketball coach Eddie Sutton dies at 84

GOOD NEWS

Haruki Murakami hosts ‘Stay Home’ radio show to lift spirits

Haruki Murakami hosts ‘Stay Home’ radio show to lift spirits

Updated 11:45 a.m.

Lee Cataluna: Anonymous donor’s gift to kupuna gives us all something to smile about

Updated 12:05 a.m.

In coronavirus chaos, some find solace, purpose in helping others

Boy, 6, cracks open robbery case by reeling in sunken safe

Anonymous donor surprises nearly 2K kupuna with free groceries at Hawaii Foodland stores

BUSINESS

Forced to adapt, businesses rethink how they make money

Forced to adapt, businesses rethink how they make money

Updated 7:15 p.m.

First deadlines for laid-off workers to get health insurance

Updated 7:49 p.m.

Tech giants are embracing remote work and others may soon follow

Updated 3:45 p.m.

Forced to adapt, businesses rethink how they make money amid COVID-19

Updated 7:58 a.m.

Many in U.S. won’t return to gym or dining out, new poll finds

Updated 6:26 a.m.

ODD NEWS

Bald truth: Cincinnati MLS team tweets wrong photo of new coach

Bald truth: Cincinnati MLS team tweets wrong photo of new coach

Ducklings orphaned by snapping turtle safe in New York City

Boy, 6, cracks open robbery case by reeling in sunken safe

Restaurant debuts ‘bumper tables’ amid coronavirus

Priest draws squirt gun in fight against coronavirus

Live Well

Don’t forget important vaccines, from flu to shingles

Don’t forget important vaccines, from flu to shingles

Parents are here to stay

Pandemic is giving baby boomers an acute sense of their mortality

Seniors help neighbors with face mask kits

CARES Act protects retirement savers and accounts

Focus on Japan

New routine balances health, economy

New routine balances health, economy

Schools restart, governed by strict safety protocols

Photo: Virtual Prayers

Recession-hit Japan’s exports, imports fall due to coronavirus pandemic

Tokyo Olympic CEO: Games in 2021 may not be ‘conventional’

Travel

Las Vegas Advisor: Casinos on the Strip to eliminate parking fees when they reopen

Las Vegas Advisor: Casinos on the Strip to eliminate parking fees when they reopen

Updated 12:05 a.m.

People from around the world rediscover the beauty of their hometowns

Updated 12:05 a.m.

Beaches, nightclubs? Europe mulls how to get tourists back

Updated 12:05 a.m.

Signs of Hawaiian Life – May 24, 2020

Updated 8:23 p.m.

Some Las Vegas casinos to delay opening

Recipes

Recipe: 3 summery sweets you can make with frozen fruit

Recipe: 3 summery sweets you can make with frozen fruit

Recipe: Simple pantry pasta dish is versatile, full of flavor

Recipe: Tomatillo soup brings the tang

The Electric Kitchen: Bake away your COVID-19 stress

8 dessert and comfort food recipes to make when you are stuck at home

National news

SpaceX’s 1st astronaut launch breaking new ground for style

SpaceX’s 1st astronaut launch breaking new ground for style

Updated 2:45 p.m.

Robert Durst murder trial to move to new California court

Updated 12:06 p.m.

2nd lawsuit filed against operator of failed Michigan dams that forced evacuation of 11K

Fire destroys warehouse on San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf

Trump’s disconnect with D.C. widens during coronavirus pandemic

World news

Hong Kong police fire volleys of tear gas at protesters

Hong Kong police fire volleys of tear gas at protesters

Updated 10:15 p.m.

Turbulence, warnings before Pakistan plane crash killed 97

Britain divided over reopening schools as coronavirus rules ease

China reports zero new cases as coronavirus surges in Latin America and India

Coronavirus spread feared where water is scarce around the world

China measure a ‘death knell’ for Hong Kong autonomy, Pompeo says

New York Times

Hong Kong police fire tear gas as protesters resist China’s grip

Hong Kong police fire tear gas as protesters resist China’s grip

Updated 10:43 a.m.

People from around the world rediscover the beauty of their hometowns

Updated 12:05 a.m.

The hidden language of masks uncovered

Updated 12:05 a.m.

Mass firing on Zoom is latest sign of Weight Watchers unrest

Trump’s press secretary displays one of his checks in a little too much detail

Obituaries

Jack Sullivan, Hawaii’s ambassador of soccer, dies at age 86

Jack Sullivan, Hawaii’s ambassador of soccer, dies at age 86

Jerry Sloan, NBA coaching great of Utah Jazz glory days, dies at 78

Former Honolulu City Council member Marilyn Bornhorst dies at age 93

Hawaiian music legend Willie K dies at age 59 after 2-year battle with cancer

Bills, Ole Miss lineman “Gentle Ben” Williams, 65, dies

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Special Sections

Dining IN - Takeout/Delivery Guide

Dining Out

Hawaii Renovation

2020 Nurses Week

Memorial Day Sales

Letters to the Editor

Letters: Hawaii more than a place for vacation; Time to open barber shops, beauty salons

Letters: Hawaii more than a place for vacation; Time to open barber shops, beauty salons

Letters: Hawaii needs strong leader; Align our tourism with Australia; Trump’s use of drug sets bad example

Letters: Airlines must enforce mask-wearing rules; Tourists overrun Hawaii with low-cost vacations; Charge top dollar for mandatory testing

Letters: Vacation rental closures hurt local families; Open visitor attractions to local residents first; Kauai suicides may be linked to lockdown

Letters: Vacation rentals better for visitors, economy; Remove quarantine for local, interisland travel; End rail at Aala Park

STORIES WITH VIDEO

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Other destinations set reopenings, but Hawaii tourism remains in limbo

Other destinations set reopenings, but Hawaii tourism remains in limbo

Hawaii grads celebrate milestone as coronavirus cases stay low

Former Vice President Joe Biden tops Bernie Sanders among Democrats in the Hawaii primary

Turbulence, warnings before Pakistan plane crash killed 97

Hawaii recording artists honor class of 2020 with music video

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