Dave Reardon: Can women’s hoops regain momentum that Clark delivered?
What is life like for the NCAA women’s basketball tournament one year after Caitlin Clark? Read more
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Opinions, guest essays and editorials from the Honolulu Star-Advertiser. Featuring Kokua Line, Rearview Mirror, David Shapiro, Richard Borreca and others.
Tech View: Windows 10’s ‘end of life’ imminent — what to do
A few years ago Microsoft announced that support for Windows 10 would end on Oct. 14. Read more
Kokua Line: How many mopeds can park at a single meter?
Question: We saw two mopeds parking at a single meter on the street. Is this legal? My son (who was driving me in his car) was glad because they took up only one parking space, but I wondered whether each vehicle is supposed to pay the meter. Read more
Stephen Tsai: Not just the athletes benefit from the transfer portal
That whooosh! was the sound of college basketball players rushing into the NCAA transfer portal on Monday. Read more
Kokua Line: Do new ID rules affect people already on Social Security?
Question: Regarding Social Security, if I am already receiving my monthly payment (I have been for years), am I going to have to do any of this new ID verification stuff you’ve been writing about? I am not online and don’t intend to be. Read more
Curtis Murayama: Gabriel, Niners at Ducks’ Pro Day have this NFL Draft fan’s juices flowing
Lucky me, my two favorite mainland football teams crossed paths last week. Read more
David Shapiro: President needs a real job like city mayors have to do
One idea from Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s State of the City speech caught my attention most. Read more
Kokua Line: Where and when are Kapiolani lane closures?
Question: What is the schedule for the lane closures on the H-1 eastbound that made traffic so bad? Read more
On Politics: Let’s hope long-time obstacles won’t trip mayor’s goals
In his televised State of the City address last week to kick off his second four-year term in City Hall, Blangiardi’s vocabulary showed how he thinks of his job. Read more
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Dave Reardon: Hawaii closer to getting it right with AD search
If it seems like the University of Hawaii went through this process quite recently, it’s because it did. Read more
Column: Pilikia ke Ke‘ena Mālama Nohona Lāhui
Synopsis: The Social Security Administration might make it harder to access benefits in order to reduce operational costs. Read more
Facts of the Matter: Self-awareness is antidote to Dunning-Kruger effect
In our daily lives we often encounter people who confidently assert their knowledge on subjects they barely understand. Read more
Kokua Line: When is next e-waste event in town?
Question: Regarding the drive-thru e-waste recycling events, do they ever hold those in town? The last one was in Waianae, which was too far for me. Read more
Rearview Mirror: Pidgin English has roots in 16th-century trade
In the 1500s, Europeans began sending ships to distant Asian ports for things like spices, tea, silk, cotton, diamonds, pearls and ivory. These traders developed a language so that they could understand each other. Read more
Kokua Line: How long does it take to get Social Security appointment?
Appointments are typically scheduled two to four weeks out, according to the agency’s website, but first you have to get through on the phone to make the appointment. Read more
Kokua Line: Do adults needs a measles booster shot?
Question: I’ve read about the necessity for measles vaccines for children, but what about those of us who got our measles vaccine many years ago? Is it necessary for adults to get a booster? I will be traveling internationally in April and May, so I would like to be properly set up before I go if this is what is recommended. Read more
Tech View: Strong policies, investments crucial to secure food system
Kokua Line: Why is retroactive Social Security payment so low?
Jerry Campany: Few writers could string 2 sentences together like my work mom
Cindy Luis died on Sunday, right in the middle of her living her best life. Read more
Kokua Line: Will Social Security have phone service?
Question: Auwe! You already can’t walk into the Social Security office (appointment needed) and now they are going to limit phone calls? This is getting ridiculous! Read more
On Politics: Agree to agree that fed chaos will hurt isle economy
It must be a first: This is not the time to worry because of a disagreement — instead, we should worry because of an agreement. Read more
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