Harris and Trump zero in on the economy in the final stretch
ATLANTA — Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump swept through Southern battleground states Saturday, outlining sharply divergent economic messages for voters in areas where the presidential race remains in a dead heat.
Scammers spoofing Hilo Courthouse phone numbers
The public is being warned about bad actors “spoofing” phone numbers from the Hilo Courthouse (Hale Kaulike) in an attempt to extort money from Hawaii residents.
What’s at stake on Tuesday; Big Island voters will help decide county, state and federal contests
The General Election will be held Tuesday, and Big Island voters will have the opportunity to choose Hawaii County’s next mayor, along with state senators and representatives, County Council members, and of course the U.S. president.
No. 2 Georgia Bulldogs have to rally for 4th straight victory over Florida
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — In a game that was more a survival of the fittest than a Georgia-Florida classic, the No. 2-ranked Bulldogs overcame another rough outing by quarterback Carson Beck and came from behind to score a 34-20 victory over the resurgent Gators.
Volterra and San Gimignano: Two sides of northern Tuscany
I’m in Volterra, my favorite hill town in Tuscany, sitting under rustic, noble stones at the base of a palace that made commoners feel small six centuries ago. Bats burst through the floodlights amid ghostly towers held together with rusted iron corsets.
Spain mounts biggest peacetime disaster recovery operation as death toll reaches 214
The deadliest flash floods in Spain’s modern history have killed at least 214 people and dozens were still unaccounted for, four days after torrential rains swept the eastern region of Valencia, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said on Saturday.
Delayed Gaza polio vaccinations to resume on Saturday
(Reuters) — The third phase of a delayed polio vaccination campaign in Gaza will begin on Saturday, aid organisations said on Friday, after the rollout was derailed by Israeli bombardments, mass displacement and lack of access.
Russia targets Kyiv in hours-long drone attack
KYIV (Reuters) — Russia unleashed its latest overnight drone strike on Ukraine, targeting the capital Kyiv in an attack that lasted into midday and wounded at least one person, city officials said on Saturday.
UN nature summit agrees on payments for use of genetic information
Countries at the U.N. COP16 nature talks in Colombia on Saturday agreed to how companies in sectors such as pharmaceuticals and cosmetics should pay for the use of genetic information drawn from biodiversity in their research and development.
Russia, Ukraine accuse each other of obstructing prisoner of war swaps
(Reuters) — Kyiv called on Moscow on Sunday to provide a list of Ukrainian prisoners of war ready for a swap after Russia accused Ukraine of sabotaging the exchange process.
Iran warns Israel and US of retaliation as fighting continues
TEHRAN, Iran — The supreme leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, issued renewed threats to Iranian archenemies Israel and the United States on Saturday, following the recent military confrontations.
Harris to appear on ‘Saturday Night Live’ in surpise stop in N.Y.
Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris flew unexpectedly to New York on Saturday to appear on the “Saturday Night Live” TV program just three days before her election showdown with Republican Donald Trump.
If you think you can hold a grudge, consider the crow
Over and over, the crows attacked Lisa Joyce as she ran screaming down a street in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Sabalenka mows down Zheng for winning start to WTA Finals
RIYADH (Reuters) — Aryna Sabalenka began her quest to secure the year-end number one ranking with a thumping 6-3 6-4 victory over China’s Zheng Qinwen in her opening round robin match at the WTA Finals in Riyadh on Saturday.
Cody Bellinger returning to Cubs in 2025
Former National League MVP Cody Bellinger will earn $27.5 million after opting in for the 2025 season with the Chicago Cubs, per an ESPN report on Saturday.
Alexander, Bamis help Wahine stuff UC Santa Barbara in 3
Caylen Alexander needed only 36 swings to put down a match-high 19 kills and Hawaii hit.364 in a 25-14, 25-21, 25-17 sweep of the Gauchos on Friday night before a SimpliFi Arena at Stan Sheriff Center crowd of 4, 315.
NBA All-Star Game could feature new format this season, commissioner Adam Silver says
After another dud of an All-Star Game, the NBA is again considering a new format to be implemented for this season’s exhibition in San Francisco.
They want to ensure that, this time, white women vote for a woman
NEW HOPE, Pa. — Armed with a clipboard and campaign literature, Liz Minnella strolled through a neighborhood in New Hope, Pennsylvania, optimistic that by the end of her day of door-knocking, the small town would live up to its name for Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign.
Mauna Loa Road in HVNP will temporarily close for six weeks
Mauna Loa Road in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park will temporarily close to all use when survey, drilling and soil sampling work starts Monday.
