Column: Navy must right Red Hill fuel-spill wrongs
The contamination of the land above the aquifer and of the aquifer itself from the Navy’s Red Hill fuel facility is an unprecedented threat. 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.
David Shapiro: High times at the Capitol as legal pot rises anew
With new House leadership following the election defeat of Speaker Scott Saiki and a slew of new members, hopes are high among cannabis advocates. Read more
Rearview Mirror: 2024 columns spotlighted Obama Sr., Dick Tracy tale
Every December, I review the previous 11 months and write a two-part series of things I learned during the year. Writing this column is a process of discovery for me that I thoroughly enjoy. Here are some highlights. Read more
Kokua Line: How do I get refund from Harris Jewelry?
Question: Did Harris Jewelry ever have stores in Hawaii? Read more
Facts of the Matter: Snowball Earth hypothesis: A planet frozen in time
Imagine the entire Earth locked in a deep freeze, covered in ice from the poles to the equator. This is the essence of the Snowball Earth hypothesis, a theory that suggests our planet may have been entirely or nearly entirely frozen over multiple times in its ancient past. It’s an idea that sounds like science fiction, but there is strong evidence to back it up. Read more
Kokua Line: Will Re-use Hawai‘i and HNL Tool Library reopen?
Question: Will the HNL Tool Library ever reopen? It closed when Re-use Hawai‘i closed in August. Read more
Kokua Line: Where are the Christmas parades?
Question: What is the schedule for Honolulu City Lights? We have guests coming in who might enjoy it. Also, where can we find information about other Christmas parades? Read more
Tech View: 12 Days of Technology offers practical advice
Technology improves our lives in many ways, so it can be tempting to go overboard during the holidays. To ensure your holiday season is merry, here are 12 days of tech tips to keep you and your ohana safe and happy. Read more
Kokua Line: Is Postal Service Christmas mailer correct?
Question: Are the Christmas ship-by dates in the Postal Service mailer correct? I thought Hawaii was earlier. Read more
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Dave Reardon: Time to think about future of UH sports after busy week
Saturday was senior night for the University of Hawaii football team, nearing the end of the busiest sports week of the year at UH, if not in the state. Read more
David Shapiro: Demonizing trans people not path to U.S. greatness
The intense political hatred being directed at transgender people — a tiny and mostly powerless minority of about 0.5% of U.S. adults — cheapens our nation. Read more
Column: Gov. Green fortunate on good economy, but dark clouds loom
Gov. Josh Green came into office looking at a budget with the state on track to end the fiscal year with a near-$2 billion surplus. Read more
Kokua Line: Does Social Security office require appointment?
The Social Security Administration will soon require most customers to schedule an appointment for in-person service. Read more
Rearview Mirror: Chicago-Hawaii connections are plentiful and run deep
I was looking for information on a Japanese submarine between Maui and the Big Island during World War II. I found an article about it written by journalism professor and writer Peter von Buol. Read more
Kokua Line: When is town hall on higher sewer fees?
Question: At least before the Board of Water Supply raised water rates, they had a bunch of community meetings where people could vent their concerns. This plan for the big sewer fee increase from the city came out of nowhere as far as I am concerned. Read more
Kokua Line readers give thanks for helpful community
Throughout the year, readers remind us that even the smallest kindness resonate. Read more
Tech View: ‘Geeky’ holiday gift guide has something for everyone
During the holiday season I like to highlight some of the items I’ve reviewed over the past year that I think readers might consider as gifts for family, friends or even themselves. Read more
Kokua Line: Why couldn’t Canadian friends go to Bellows?
Detailed instructions on seeking entry to Bellows for friends from Canada or other countries are posted online. Read more
Dave Reardon: UH AD situation adds to long list of clown shows
UH president David Lassner’s firing of athletic director Craig Angelos — a guy he hired 18 months ago — is just the latest in a long series of clown shows that take the stage when changes are made at AD or a high-level coaching position at Manoa. Read more
Stephen Tsai: New UH AD faces immediate challenges
Meetings next month will help gauge whether those four programs remain in the Big West or will be forced to find another conference. Becoming an independent is not an option. Read more
Kokua Line: Does TSA still enforce rule against liquids?
A reminder for all air passengers: When packing, start with an empty bag. Many a prohibited item has been found in the bag of a traveler who swore they didn’t know it was there. Read more
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