Column: Pehea no ho’i la?
Synopsis: Calques in Hawaiian from English detract from the goal of revitalizing Hawaiian for use in present and future contexts. Read more
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Letter: Slow down, focus to prevent auto collisions
Help prevent Honolulu vehicle collisions and save a life. Read more
Letter: Native plants belong in UH-Manoa campus mall
Plans to update UH Manoa’s mall should include the planting of native species. Read more
Editorial: Hopes high for Kalaeloa housing
This potential jump in affordable units would represent laudable progress, and progress has been slow in coming to Kalaeloa. Read more
Off the news: Bird flu spread in U.S. calls for caution
To be safe, avoid wild birds — and keep cats indoors, as they can be infected, too. Read more
Off the news: Beware big waves at isles’ north shores
Big wave riders, meanwhile, are on stand-by for the Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational, which could be a “go” on Sunday as super-sized swells roll in. Read more
Letter: Reconsider costly sewer treatment plant upgrade
The Sand Island plant has been discharging primary treated wastewater since 1979 approximately two miles offshore to a depth of 240 feet. Read more
Letter: Use Superfund to clean up land used by military
Open land in Hawaii is scarce, and our government should do everything within its power to preserve it. Read more
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Letter: Teach state’s 2nd official language in schools
Since Hawaiian is an official language for Hawaii, shouldn’t it be taught in our schools? Read more
Letter: Was airlift of dog from trail really necessary?
While we can rejoice in the safe return of Tonka, one must ask at what price. Read more
Letter: Remember WWII impact on Japanese Americans
Why wasn’t it covered widely in America? My ancestors were demolished in Hiroshima, so I’m taking your silence very personally, America. Read more
Editorial: Hawaii must gird for federal changes
Gov. Josh Green is astute a politician enough to know which fights to pick and choose — and he’s being balanced and careful. Read more
Off the news: Rollback signaled on EVs, charging stations
More lenient emissions and fuel-economy rules for gas-powered cars are also expected. Read more
Off the news: Today is holiday mailing deadline
Hard to believe but next Wednesday is Christmas, as well as the start of Hanukkah — already. Read more
Column: Invest in Hawaii’s families with state budget surplus
By investing in child care, paid leave and other critical economic supports, we can create a brighter future for our keiki, families, communities — and ourselves. Read more
Letter: Siting landfill above an aquifer is clear problem
The problem with the new site is obvious. Read more
Letter: U.S. government upheaval threatens new Dark Age
Corporate billionaires are drooling over the spoils they expect to gain. Read more
Letter: Stop the fearmongering, switch on nuclear power
One nuclear plant supplying all of Oahu could be built long before Hawaii’s unlikely 2045 goal of 100% renewable power even comes close. Read more
Letter: Go woke and open eyes to victimization, injustice
Members of the LGBTQ community are often victims of social injustice. Read more
Letter: Biden tries to pull fast one on American public
The Biden administration is planning to rush the last of over $6 billion remaining in Ukraine security assistance out the door by Inauguration Day. Read more
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