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The high percentage of kūpuna who exercise regularly — along with Hawaiʻi’s good air and water quality and comparatively low rates of depression — help make the state one of the healthiest places in the nation for seniors, according to a report from the United Health Foundation.
Hawaiʻi Is A Great Place To Grow Old — But Only For Some
The state also has one of the highest rates of seniors experiencing severe housing problems. And there are big health disparities in the islands.
www.civilbeat.org
December 6, 2025 at 1:47 AM
The high percentage of kūpuna who exercise regularly — along with Hawaiʻi’s good air and water quality and comparatively low rates of depression — help make the state one of the healthiest places in the nation for seniors, according to a report from the United Health Foundation.
Netflix has struck a deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, the legacy Hollywood giant behind “Harry Potter” and “Friends,” to buy its studio and streaming business for $72 billion.
The acquisition, announced Friday, would bring two of the industry’s biggest players in film and TV under one roof and ...
The acquisition, announced Friday, would bring two of the industry’s biggest players in film and TV under one roof and ...
Netflix to acquire Warner Bros. and HBO for $72 billion
Netflix announced they have reached a deal with Warner Bros. Discovery to buy Warner Bros. and HBO for $72 billion.
www.hawaiinewsnow.com
December 5, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Netflix has struck a deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, the legacy Hollywood giant behind “Harry Potter” and “Friends,” to buy its studio and streaming business for $72 billion.
The acquisition, announced Friday, would bring two of the industry’s biggest players in film and TV under one roof and ...
The acquisition, announced Friday, would bring two of the industry’s biggest players in film and TV under one roof and ...
Republican Sen. Bernie Moreno of Ohio introduced a bill Monday that would end dual citizenship.
The Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2025 would “establish that citizens of the United States must have sole and exclusive allegiance to the United States.”
The Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2025 would “establish that citizens of the United States must have sole and exclusive allegiance to the United States.”
Senator introduces bill to eliminate dual citizenship: ‘If you want to be an American, it’s all or nothing’
On Monday, Republican Senator Bernie Moreno of Ohio introduced a bill that would end dual citizenship.
www.hawaiinewsnow.com
December 5, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Republican Sen. Bernie Moreno of Ohio introduced a bill Monday that would end dual citizenship.
The Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2025 would “establish that citizens of the United States must have sole and exclusive allegiance to the United States.”
The Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2025 would “establish that citizens of the United States must have sole and exclusive allegiance to the United States.”
The Kakaʻako land that was the focus of the court fight is currently beyond the reach of HART because the city has only enough money to build the system to an area near South Street.
It is unclear where HART will find the funding to extend the rail system to reach the Victoria Ward property ...
It is unclear where HART will find the funding to extend the rail system to reach the Victoria Ward property ...
Honolulu Rail Pays $41M In Dispute Over Ala Moana Extension
The settlement gives the city the easements it needs to build through Kakaʻako, but HART does not yet have the money to construct that segment.
www.civilbeat.org
December 5, 2025 at 3:40 AM
The Kakaʻako land that was the focus of the court fight is currently beyond the reach of HART because the city has only enough money to build the system to an area near South Street.
It is unclear where HART will find the funding to extend the rail system to reach the Victoria Ward property ...
It is unclear where HART will find the funding to extend the rail system to reach the Victoria Ward property ...
The Food and Drug Administration said faulty glucose monitors have been linked to at least seven deaths and more than 700 serious injuries across the globe.
The problems have been reported with FreeStyle Libre 3 and FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensors.
The problems have been reported with FreeStyle Libre 3 and FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensors.
At least 7 deaths and hundreds of injuries linked to faulty glucose monitors, FDA says
The problems have been reported with roughly 3 million FreeStyle Libre 3 and FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensors.
www.hawaiinewsnow.com
December 4, 2025 at 2:05 PM
The Food and Drug Administration said faulty glucose monitors have been linked to at least seven deaths and more than 700 serious injuries across the globe.
The problems have been reported with FreeStyle Libre 3 and FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensors.
The problems have been reported with FreeStyle Libre 3 and FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensors.
Murals from across Oahu are now part of a new book honoring Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna; the pair passed away in a helicopter crash in 2020.
Bryant’s widow, Vanessa, handpicked more than 100 pieces for the book and chose seven from Honolulu-based street artist Tehrell Porter.
Bryant’s widow, Vanessa, handpicked more than 100 pieces for the book and chose seven from Honolulu-based street artist Tehrell Porter.
Honolulu street artist featured in new book honoring Kobe and Gianna Bryant
The book “Mamba and Mambacita Forever,” features seven murals of Kobe and Gianna Bryant done by Honolulu street artist Tehrell Porter.
www.hawaiinewsnow.com
December 4, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Murals from across Oahu are now part of a new book honoring Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna; the pair passed away in a helicopter crash in 2020.
Bryant’s widow, Vanessa, handpicked more than 100 pieces for the book and chose seven from Honolulu-based street artist Tehrell Porter.
Bryant’s widow, Vanessa, handpicked more than 100 pieces for the book and chose seven from Honolulu-based street artist Tehrell Porter.
The morning of Nov. 21, about three miles off Makaha, a tour group looking for dolphins spotted a massive whale shark.
Photographer Keely Knauff told Hawaii News Now the giant fish circled him and his crew from ‘Dolphins And You’ for about 15 minutes.
“(It was a) surreal experience to be able ...
Photographer Keely Knauff told Hawaii News Now the giant fish circled him and his crew from ‘Dolphins And You’ for about 15 minutes.
“(It was a) surreal experience to be able ...
‘Surreal experience’: Whale shark spotted off West Oahu waters
On Friday, Nov. 21, a whale shark was spotted by a tour group three miles off Makaha.
www.hawaiinewsnow.com
December 4, 2025 at 2:01 PM
The morning of Nov. 21, about three miles off Makaha, a tour group looking for dolphins spotted a massive whale shark.
Photographer Keely Knauff told Hawaii News Now the giant fish circled him and his crew from ‘Dolphins And You’ for about 15 minutes.
“(It was a) surreal experience to be able ...
Photographer Keely Knauff told Hawaii News Now the giant fish circled him and his crew from ‘Dolphins And You’ for about 15 minutes.
“(It was a) surreal experience to be able ...
Sen. Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio) has introduced a bill to establish that citizens of the United States "must have sole and exclusive allegiance to the U.S."
Legal Analyst: Bill introduced to eliminate dual citizenship
YouTube video by Queen City News
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December 4, 2025 at 4:23 AM
Sen. Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio) has introduced a bill to establish that citizens of the United States "must have sole and exclusive allegiance to the U.S."
Hegseth has defended the second strike as emerging in the “fog of war,” saying during a Cabinet meeting this week at the White House that he didn’t see any survivors but also “didn’t stick around” for the rest of the mission.
Pentagon knew boat attack left survivors but still launched a follow-on strike, AP sources say
The Pentagon knew there were survivors after a September attack on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean Sea and the U.S. military still carried out a follow-up strike.
apnews.com
December 4, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Hegseth has defended the second strike as emerging in the “fog of war,” saying during a Cabinet meeting this week at the White House that he didn’t see any survivors but also “didn’t stick around” for the rest of the mission.
Footage showed Woods stumble forward at the side of the field at Southampton’s St Mary’s Stadium when she was caught by co-presenters Ian Wright and Anita Asante.
TV presenter Laura Woods collapses live on air during coverage of England soccer match
British television presenter Laura Woods collapsed live on air during pre-game coverage of the women’s international match between England and Ghana.
apnews.com
December 3, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Footage showed Woods stumble forward at the side of the field at Southampton’s St Mary’s Stadium when she was caught by co-presenters Ian Wright and Anita Asante.
All seven living Hawaiʻi governors, from current Gov. Josh Green to George Ariyoshi, 99, said some wrongly seek to undermine Princess Bernice Pauahi’s vision by forcing Kamehameha Schools to disregard her 1883 directive giving preference to Native Hawaiians.
Seven Hawaii governors support Kamehameha Schools admissions policy
Seven Hawaiʻi governors are supporting Kamehameha Schools’ admission policy after the school was sued for discrimination by Students for Fair Admissions.
www.hawaiinewsnow.com
December 3, 2025 at 8:49 PM
All seven living Hawaiʻi governors, from current Gov. Josh Green to George Ariyoshi, 99, said some wrongly seek to undermine Princess Bernice Pauahi’s vision by forcing Kamehameha Schools to disregard her 1883 directive giving preference to Native Hawaiians.
“It seems like somebody’s holding something like right in front of our nose,” longtime resident Kina Palaulalelo said. “Like something’s dead. Whether it’s feces, or dead animal, or whatever it is, it’s just – it’s horrific.”
'What’s That Smell?' Mysterious Stench Stumps Nānākuli Residents
A West Side community has been plagued for several months by a deathly stink, but no one knows where it's coming from.
www.civilbeat.org
December 3, 2025 at 1:53 PM
“It seems like somebody’s holding something like right in front of our nose,” longtime resident Kina Palaulalelo said. “Like something’s dead. Whether it’s feces, or dead animal, or whatever it is, it’s just – it’s horrific.”
“All the Things I Leave You (Patawid),” an Ilokano-language drama series rooted in the legacy of Maui’s sugar workers, is gaining international attention following its world premiere at NewFest: New York’s LGBTQ+ Film Festival and a special screening at the International Nakem Conference at the U...
Ilokano series rooted in Maui sugar plantation history selected for international festivals | Maui Now
"All the Things I Leave You (Patawid)," an Ilokano-language drama series rooted in the legacy of Maui's sugar workers, is gaining international attention following its world premiere at NewFest: New Y...
mauinow.com
December 3, 2025 at 4:08 AM
“All the Things I Leave You (Patawid),” an Ilokano-language drama series rooted in the legacy of Maui’s sugar workers, is gaining international attention following its world premiere at NewFest: New York’s LGBTQ+ Film Festival and a special screening at the International Nakem Conference at the U...
With L&L Drive-Inn now a presence in cities across the nation, eating a loco moco in Manhattan, as I did the week before last, is no longer a novel experience. That it was the best loco moco of my life, however, did feel surprising.
The man behind the dish is Oʻahu native Chung Chow, a veteran ...
The man behind the dish is Oʻahu native Chung Chow, a veteran ...
Makana Eyre: This Ex-Pat Brings Hawaiian Food To His High-End NYC Restaurant
Chung Chow never lost his Honolulu roots when he trained with one of the world's most renowned fine-dining chefs.
www.civilbeat.org
December 3, 2025 at 1:18 AM
With L&L Drive-Inn now a presence in cities across the nation, eating a loco moco in Manhattan, as I did the week before last, is no longer a novel experience. That it was the best loco moco of my life, however, did feel surprising.
The man behind the dish is Oʻahu native Chung Chow, a veteran ...
The man behind the dish is Oʻahu native Chung Chow, a veteran ...
A couple married for 25 years are celebrating a love story that truly defies the odds after a wife learned she was the perfect match to donate a kidney to her husband.
Some stories sound like they are written for the movies, but Jenifer and Ryan DeMarre call it true love.
Some stories sound like they are written for the movies, but Jenifer and Ryan DeMarre call it true love.
Couple of 25 years prove the perfect match as wife donates kidney to husband
When her husband needed a new kidney, a wife stepped up to donate and found out they were the perfect match.
www.hawaiinewsnow.com
December 3, 2025 at 12:54 AM
A couple married for 25 years are celebrating a love story that truly defies the odds after a wife learned she was the perfect match to donate a kidney to her husband.
Some stories sound like they are written for the movies, but Jenifer and Ryan DeMarre call it true love.
Some stories sound like they are written for the movies, but Jenifer and Ryan DeMarre call it true love.
The number of American adults who read below a sixth-grade level is at its highest point ever, creating what experts call a “silent crisis” that affects the economy, health care and communities nationwide.
More than 50% of American adults read below the equivalent of a sixth-grade reading level,...
More than 50% of American adults read below the equivalent of a sixth-grade reading level,...
More than half of American adults read below a sixth-grade level
The number of American adults who read below a sixth-grade level is at its highest point ever, creating what experts call a "silent crisis" that affects the economy, health care and communities nation...
www.hawaiinewsnow.com
December 3, 2025 at 12:47 AM
The number of American adults who read below a sixth-grade level is at its highest point ever, creating what experts call a “silent crisis” that affects the economy, health care and communities nationwide.
More than 50% of American adults read below the equivalent of a sixth-grade reading level,...
More than 50% of American adults read below the equivalent of a sixth-grade reading level,...
Hawaiian Electric said there are 5 separate outages, with 1,460 customers impacted in Ala Moana, Alewa Heights, Aliamanu, Foster Village, Kakaako, Kalihi, Kalihi Valley, Kamehameha Heights, Liliha, McCully, Moanalua, Moiliili, Palama, Salt Lake, and Waikiki.
Multiple power outages leave 1,460 customers without power on Oahu
Multiple power outages across Oahu were reported early Tuesday morning, leaving over a thousand residents without power.
www.hawaiinewsnow.com
December 3, 2025 at 12:46 AM
Hawaiian Electric said there are 5 separate outages, with 1,460 customers impacted in Ala Moana, Alewa Heights, Aliamanu, Foster Village, Kakaako, Kalihi, Kalihi Valley, Kamehameha Heights, Liliha, McCully, Moanalua, Moiliili, Palama, Salt Lake, and Waikiki.
Costco, the third-largest retailer in the United States, is suing the Trump administration over tariffs.
Costco filed with the U.S. Court Of International Trade on Friday, saying the legal move is needed in order to secure a full refund in the event the Supreme Court rules the administration ...
Costco filed with the U.S. Court Of International Trade on Friday, saying the legal move is needed in order to secure a full refund in the event the Supreme Court rules the administration ...
Costco is suing the Trump administration over tariffs
Costco, the third-largest retailer in the United States, is suing the Trump administration over tariffs.
www.hawaiinewsnow.com
December 3, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Costco, the third-largest retailer in the United States, is suing the Trump administration over tariffs.
Costco filed with the U.S. Court Of International Trade on Friday, saying the legal move is needed in order to secure a full refund in the event the Supreme Court rules the administration ...
Costco filed with the U.S. Court Of International Trade on Friday, saying the legal move is needed in order to secure a full refund in the event the Supreme Court rules the administration ...
The islands’ only deaf and signing Santa visited keiki Tuesday morning at Pearlridge Center for the 33rd year of the program.
About 150 kids shared their wish lists in American Sign Language with Santa, giving kids and their families the chance to experience something that the hearing community ...
About 150 kids shared their wish lists in American Sign Language with Santa, giving kids and their families the chance to experience something that the hearing community ...
Deaf Santa signs with keiki at annual community event
About 150 kids shared their wish lists in American Sign Language with the islands’ only deaf and signing Santa.
www.hawaiinewsnow.com
December 3, 2025 at 12:41 AM
The islands’ only deaf and signing Santa visited keiki Tuesday morning at Pearlridge Center for the 33rd year of the program.
About 150 kids shared their wish lists in American Sign Language with Santa, giving kids and their families the chance to experience something that the hearing community ...
About 150 kids shared their wish lists in American Sign Language with Santa, giving kids and their families the chance to experience something that the hearing community ...
Raises for many top bosses on July 1 — ranging from 15% at the state level to more than 50% at the county level for a select group of appointed and elected officials.
Boosts for most rank-and-file workers, meanwhile, hovered near the rate of inflation, estimated by the state at 3% this year ...
Boosts for most rank-and-file workers, meanwhile, hovered near the rate of inflation, estimated by the state at 3% this year ...
Raises For Top Government Workers Far Outpace Bumps For Others
The latest update to Civil Beat's Public Salary Database reflects major public-sector wage increases across Hawaiʻi — but not for everyone.
www.civilbeat.org
December 3, 2025 at 12:09 AM
Raises for many top bosses on July 1 — ranging from 15% at the state level to more than 50% at the county level for a select group of appointed and elected officials.
Boosts for most rank-and-file workers, meanwhile, hovered near the rate of inflation, estimated by the state at 3% this year ...
Boosts for most rank-and-file workers, meanwhile, hovered near the rate of inflation, estimated by the state at 3% this year ...
50 years ago, in November 1975, scientists at the Hawaii Volcanoes Observatory knew something big was about to happen due to a number of small “fore shocks” in Kalapana on the Big Island.
Then, it happened.
Just before 5 am on Nov. 29, for 30 seconds, it seemed like the whole world was shaking ...
Then, it happened.
Just before 5 am on Nov. 29, for 30 seconds, it seemed like the whole world was shaking ...
Remembering the 1975 Kalapana earthquake and tsunami
Just before 5 a.m. on Nov. 29, for 30 seconds, it seemed like the whole world was shaking violently.
www.hawaiinewsnow.com
December 2, 2025 at 4:32 AM
50 years ago, in November 1975, scientists at the Hawaii Volcanoes Observatory knew something big was about to happen due to a number of small “fore shocks” in Kalapana on the Big Island.
Then, it happened.
Just before 5 am on Nov. 29, for 30 seconds, it seemed like the whole world was shaking ...
Then, it happened.
Just before 5 am on Nov. 29, for 30 seconds, it seemed like the whole world was shaking ...
Air travelers in the U.S. without a REAL ID will be charged a $45 fee beginning in February, the Transportation Security Administration announced Monday.
The updated ID has been required since May, but passengers without it have so far been allowed to clear security with additional screening and...
The updated ID has been required since May, but passengers without it have so far been allowed to clear security with additional screening and...
US air travelers without REAL IDs will be charged a $45 fee
The Transportation Security Administration has announced that U.S. air travelers without a REAL ID will face a $45 fee starting in February.
apnews.com
December 2, 2025 at 4:18 AM
Air travelers in the U.S. without a REAL ID will be charged a $45 fee beginning in February, the Transportation Security Administration announced Monday.
The updated ID has been required since May, but passengers without it have so far been allowed to clear security with additional screening and...
The updated ID has been required since May, but passengers without it have so far been allowed to clear security with additional screening and...
In recent years, Skyline rail construction has turned Honolulu’s Dillingham Boulevard into an obstacle course for drivers, complete with cones, detour signs, metal plates and heavy equipment used to dig up the street.
That’s also made it an obstacle course for nearby pedestrians, such as Kalihi...
That’s also made it an obstacle course for nearby pedestrians, such as Kalihi...
Rail Work Is Causing Pedestrian Hazards And Headaches On Dillingham
Construction crews have torn up not just the streets but also the sidewalks, leading to potential ADA violations.
www.civilbeat.org
December 1, 2025 at 2:52 PM
In recent years, Skyline rail construction has turned Honolulu’s Dillingham Boulevard into an obstacle course for drivers, complete with cones, detour signs, metal plates and heavy equipment used to dig up the street.
That’s also made it an obstacle course for nearby pedestrians, such as Kalihi...
That’s also made it an obstacle course for nearby pedestrians, such as Kalihi...
Even before President Donald Trump took office, transgender patients in Hawaiʻi were struggling to get insurance to cover some treatments. Now it’s getting worse.
Hawaiʻi Trans Community Hits New Barriers To Gender-Affirming Care
Even before President Donald Trump took office, transgender patients in Hawaiʻi were struggling to get insurance to cover some treatments. Now it's getting worse.
www.civilbeat.org
December 1, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Even before President Donald Trump took office, transgender patients in Hawaiʻi were struggling to get insurance to cover some treatments. Now it’s getting worse.
High winds caused chaos at Aloha Stadium Swap Meet Sunday, which sent tents flying and seriously injured a woman.
Video shows strong gusts of wind, the moment shoppers began to run for cover as several large tents were upended and flew through a section of the swap meet.
Video shows strong gusts of wind, the moment shoppers began to run for cover as several large tents were upended and flew through a section of the swap meet.
Woman seriously injured after strong winds send tent flying at Aloha Stadium
Video shows a strong gust of wind, and what appeared to be a dust devil tore through a section of the swap meet, flipping a tent.
www.hawaiinewsnow.com
December 1, 2025 at 4:18 AM
High winds caused chaos at Aloha Stadium Swap Meet Sunday, which sent tents flying and seriously injured a woman.
Video shows strong gusts of wind, the moment shoppers began to run for cover as several large tents were upended and flew through a section of the swap meet.
Video shows strong gusts of wind, the moment shoppers began to run for cover as several large tents were upended and flew through a section of the swap meet.