Native Hawaiian convention slated this week
A large convention for Native Hawaiians will take place this week on Hawaii Island for the first time.
Olympic runner Cheptegei defied her violent ex. She lost her life anyway
KINYORO, Kenya — On the morning of Sunday Sept. 1, Olympic marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei was preparing to go to church from her home in the highlands of western Kenya. Her ex-boyfriend called a friend of his to ask if he could borrow a lighter.
Ukraine would have military reason for striking deeper into Russia – NATO committee chief
PRAGUE (Reuters) — Ukraine would have a good military reason to strike deeper into Russia using Western weapons, a senior NATO military official said on Saturday.
Boeing strike could drag on as workers push for higher wages, union leader says
SEATTLE (Reuters) — A strike at Boeing “could go on for a while” as workers are confident they can get bigger wage increases and an improved pension, union leader Jon Holden said in an interview with National Public Radio (NPR) on Saturday.
Springfield woman behind pet-eating rumors repeated by Trump admits claims are false
An Ohio woman whose Facebook post sparked harmful rumors about Haitian immigrants eating pets in Springfield — accusations repeated by former President Donald Trump at Tuesday’s debate — has admitted the claims are false, saying she regrets how they’ve spiraled into a political frenzy.
Time travel on Rome’s ancient Appian Way
It’s fitting that it was the expansion-minded ancient Romans who built Europe’s first super highway — they understood the value of good roads to growing an empire. And the Appian Way, begun in 312 BC, was the engineering wonder of its day. It connected Rome with Capua (near Naples), ignoring natural contours and running in a straight line for much of the way. Eventually it stretched 430 miles to Brindisi — gateway to the East — where Roman ships sailed for Greece and Egypt.
Putin’s options for Ukraine missiles response include nuclear test, experts say
Vladimir Putin’s options to retaliate if the West lets Ukraine use its long-range missiles to strike Russia could include striking British military assets near Russia or, in extremis, conducting a nuclear test to show intent, three analysts said. As East-West tensions over Ukraine enter a new and dangerous phase, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and U.S. President Joe Biden are holding talks in Washington on Friday on whether to allow Kyiv to use long-range U.S. ATACMS or British Storm Shadow missiles against targets in Russia. President Putin, in his clearest warning yet, said on Thursday that the West would be directly fighting Russia if it went ahead with such a move, which he said would alter the nature of the conflict. He promised an “appropriate” response but did not say what it would entail. In June, however, he spoke of the option of arming the West’s enemies with Russian weapons to strike Western targets abroad, and of deploying conventional missiles within striking distance of the United States and its European allies.
How to watch the 2024 Emmys (and everything else you need to know)
LOS ANGELES — The second Primetime Emmy Awards of 2024 are upon us.
Will Taylor Swift’s Harris endorsement influence the U.S. election?
Global pop star Taylor Swift’s support for Kamala Harris may have boosted the Democratic vice president’s hopes of attracting young voters, but the question remains: Will the celebrity endorsement make a difference on Election Day?
Letters — Your Voice — for September 14
More aloha needed for island’s animals
Trump pledges to deport Haitians in Ohio city if elected
(Reuters) — Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump pledged on Friday to conduct mass deportations of Haitian immigrants from the Ohio city of Springfield, even though the majority of them are in the United States legally.
Island Life photo for September 14 — Kingly Kohala
Island Life photo for September 14 — Kingly Kohala
Puako Beach Drive resurfacing project begins Monday
Hawaii County’s Department of Public Works Highways Division (South Kohala) next week will be paving on Puako Beach Drive from Queen Ka’ahumanu Highway to Hokuloa United Church from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, weather permitting.
Volcano Watch: Recent intrusions follow pattern of previous events
Since July 2024, activity at Kilauea has been punctuated by two periods of intense unrest, centered on the upper East Rift Zone (ERZ). The periods included hundreds of earthquakes per day and high rates of tilting in the upper ERZ. Monitoring data have shown that the unrest was the result of two intrusions into a region of the ERZ between Pauahi and Makaopuhi Craters.
Obituaries for September 14
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Pope criticizes Harris and Trump, tells US Catholics to choose ‘lesser evil’
Pope Francis on Friday criticized both former U.S. President Donald Trump over his plan to deport millions of immigrants and Vice President Kamala Harris over her stance supporting abortion rights.
Bomb threat in city at heart of Trump immigrant rumors sparks evacuation
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio — The government of Springfield, Ohio, evacuated its city hall on Thursday due to a bomb threat, two days after Donald Trump repeated a false claim that put the city at the center of a national debate over immigration.
US officials question if easing Ukraine weapons restrictions would pay off
WASHINGTON — As the U.S. and Britain discuss allowing Ukraine to use Western weapons to strike deep within Russia, some U.S. officials are deeply skeptical that doing so would make a significant difference in Kyiv’s battle against Russian invaders.
Design Recipes: The power of red
From ruby red to rich burgundy, the color red serves as a powerful accent color when used purposefully in a space. One key design tip to remember is that it isn’t taboo to mix shades and tones of red.
How a ‘childless cat lady’ transformed her home into a feline playground
BUFFALO, Minn. – Childless cat ladies are one of the biggest stars of this election season.