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Another reason to worry about the spread of H5N1, a “highly pathogenic avian influenza” that was first detected on Oahu last month, is H5N1’s threat to Hawaii’s endemic birds, particularly water birds, with already dwindling populations. Read more
In recent years, the debate around policing in schools has intensified, revealing deep concerns about the impact of school resource officers (SROs) on marginalized students. Read more
There’s a lot of interest in “person of interest” Luigi Mangione, the one-time Honolulu resident arrested Monday in connection with the New York City killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. A Monday search for his Facebook profile was flagged as “popular now” on the social media platform, although it no longer turns up the profile itself. Read more
A Hawaii man now is due to face prosecution for carrying a handgun on private property, charges that were reinstated in February by the Hawaii Supreme Court. The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to take up his appeal. Read more
I’m starting to feel that there’s some truth to those who say that the Democrats have been in power for too long in Hawaii. There’s so much unfinished business. Read more
It was great to hear that the Japan Sumo Association will hold a tournament in London next year. Too bad the article couldn’t have been penned by a local sportswriter instead of using something from The New York Times. Read more
A letter writer’s mobile-home parks idea for Maui is right on (“Mobile home parks may be right answer for Maui,” Star-Advertiser, Nov. 28). Read more
It’s been over a month since the national election. Since the GOP victories, nil right-wing voter fraud accusations have been made. Read more
I am not surprised at the number of hate-filled, fear-mongering letters that condemn our new president. Read more
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The recent cartoon by Mike Luckovich and the letter, “Harris no match for U.S. racism, sexism,” hit it on the head (Star-Advertiser, Nov. 17). The only title Donald Trump deserves is “greatest con artist of all time.” Read more
Sadly, it was confirmed last week that another backyard flock of ducks had tested positive for avian flu and was euthanized — this time in the Pearl Harbor area. Read more
Less than a year after Honolulu Emergency Medical Services (EMS) became the sole concern of the city Emergency Services Department (HESD) following an Ocean Safety and Lifeguard Services Division spin-off, the ambulance service is facing scrutiny on reports of protracted response times due to long-standing staffing issues. Read more
I have been blessed to stand on many historical sites and battlefields. Each experience moves the soul as your mind tries to picture what men went through on the piece of ground you are observing. Read more
Mark your calendar and check it twice: “Fashion Santa,” aka internationally known model Paul Mason, is coming to Ala Moana Center. The visit by Mason, who cuts a dashing figure in a tailored red suit, comes as a “hunky” Kris Kringle in Target ads has sparked talks of a “Hot Santa” trend. Read more
A retiree writes to complain that the empty homes tax the City Council is considering would cost him $30,000 annually on his million-dollar condo (“Empty homes tax would ruin some owners lives,” Star-Advertiser, Nov. 25). Read more
In your article on the empty homes tax, you quote Justin Tyndall, an associate professor with UHERO, as saying, “The more people who fill their units, the more housing we generate; the fewer people that fill their units, the more revenue the program would generate for the county.” Read more
I understand Lin Yee Chung Association (LYCA) President Charles Wong recently submitted a final environmental assessment (EA) for their proposed monster Manoa Banyan Court development on P-2 zoned preservation forest land, to the city’s Department of Planning and Permitting for review. Read more
Many years ago James Carville, in advising candidate Bill Clinton, came up with his famous line about what really counts for American voters: “It’s the economy, stupid.” He was right then and, sadly enough, he is still right. Read more
I very much enjoy the Star Advertiser’s “Raise Your Hand” monthly column featuring Hawaii’s youth. Read more
I recently found out they’re planning to demolish the building that houses the Wahiawa Public Library. It’s been a positive institution in the community for decades. Read more
Several new plans are being pushed forward that would add hundreds of millions of dollars in costs to encourage bike riding. Read more
