Police seize on COVID-19 tech to expand global surveillance
JERUSALEM — Majd Ramlawi was serving coffee in Jerusalem’s Old City when a chilling text message appeared on his phone.
Peru Congress opens door to early elections amid unrest
LIMA, Peru — Peru’s Congress tentatively endorsed a plan on Tuesday to hold early elections in an attempt to defuse a national political crisis marked by deadly unrest after lawmakers ousted President Pedro Castillo.
Turbulent Honolulu flight illustrates phenomenon’s risks
The latest injuries from airplane turbulence were on flights to Honolulu and Houston, leading to a total of 41 people being hurt or receiving medical treatment in just two days — Sunday and Monday.
‘Terrifying’: Air passenger recounts crashing into ceiling
HONOLULU — Tiffany Reyes had just gotten back to her seat from the bathroom and was about to buckle her safety belt when Hawaiian Airlines Flight 35 dipped.
Thousands lose power as Kona storm hits Kaua‘i
A Kona low rocked Kaua‘i late Sunday through early Monday, sending showers and thunderstorms across the island and cutting power to thousands.
Young Kauaians would appreciate clothes
Bree is a 10-year-old girl who was diagnosed with Down Syndrome and an intellectual disability.
Voyager paddlers strong in final distance race
Island School padding teams took three of the six events offered on Saturday during the final distance races in the Kaua‘i Interscholastic Federation paddling season.
Scholarships came with the rain
Sunday was a special day for Lt. Col. Dan Rooney, founder and CEO of Folds of Honor, at the Timbers Resort Ocean Course at Hokuala.
Vicente Hilario murder trial set for January
Vicente Hilario’s first trial for the execution-style killing of a state’s witness at Anahola Beach Park began on Jan. 8, 2013.
Sheraton treats kupuna to lunch
Chuck Brady of the Sheraton Kaua‘i Resort said Monday that he never realized how many of the more than 200 people he knew.
Red Raiders lead KIF boys basketball
Following the first week of Kaua‘i Interscholastic Federation boys basketball, Kaua‘i High emerged as the league leader following its sweep over Waimea High in a special Friday night contest at the Clem Gomes Gym that was played to accommodate the Waimea Lighted Parade.
Happy Camper for Monday, December 19, 2022
Keiko Takahashi and Ryo Takami came all the way from Yokohama, Japan to be part of the Ka Pa Hula o Hinano recital, and got a special treat on Saturday when the pair got to see Kumu Hula Troy Hinano Lazaro and the Kaua‘i halau perform during the “grand reopening (that’s Kumu Troy’s term)” of the ‘Ele‘ele McDonald’s restaurant that was met with “Chee-hoo!” from motorists sitting at the red light on Waialo Road, and horn honks from cars passing by.
Kaua‘i Beach Resort helps for the holidays
Debi Yanagihara of the Kaua‘i Beach Resort was trying to coordinate delivery of the collection of food and toys by resort employees and, yes, even the guests.
Students brings cheer to long-term-care patients
Jarrett Harris of Garden Isle Rehab & Nursing at Wilcox Medical Center said Thursday that there are enough ornaments created by the Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School After School Program that each of the 67 long-term residents can bring one into their own rooms.
Kauaians in need of food, clothes, gifts
Boyd is an 18-year-old man, who has an intellectual disability and suffers from frequent seizures. He lives with his parents and some of his numerous siblings. He graduated high school this past June.
Inflation to weigh heavily on Hawai‘i economy
Inflation is projected to hinder economic growth in the Hawaiian Islands in 2023, but the belated recovery of a key visitor market and public sector construction should ward off recession, officials said.
McDonald’s blessed in ‘Ele‘ele
Kumu Hula Troy Hinano Lazaro of Ka Pa Hula o Hinano halau said everyone has their favorite, on Saturday during the blessing and ribbon cutting of the McDonald’s restaurant in the ‘Ele‘ele Shopping Center.
Humane society has holiday happenings
The Kaua‘i Humane Society has a variety of holiday themed activities and ways to give back this holiday season.
High wind warning issued
The National Weather Service has issued a high wind warning for Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau from 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 18, to 6 p.m. Monday, with southwest winds expected with speeds from 20 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60, especially over and downwind of terrain, according to a county press release.
Kaua‘i High earns $10,000 CS Leaders Prize
LIHU‘E — Kaua‘i High School, and more specifically Leah Aiwohi of the school’s electronics department, was one of two schools in Hawai‘i to earn the $10,000 CS Leaders Prize for her efforts to expand access to computer science for the school’s students.
Kaua‘i graduates 16 new Emergency Medical Technicians
PUHI — Sixteen new emergency medical technicians are now ready to help save lives after graduating on Thursday night at Kaua‘i Community College.
Last chance to vote on Christmas trees at Wilcox Health
LIHU‘E — With the loosening of COVID-19 considerations for social distancing and gatherings, Wilcox Health announced the return of its popular tradition of having employee-decorated Christmas trees available for viewing in the hospital’s lobby area.
Kaua‘i Humane Society dog kennels full; fosters, adoptions needed
KIPU — The Kaua‘i Humane Society faced a situation on Thursday that it hoped would not happen.
Medical supplies, food, clothing on wish lists
Pepper Potts is a 53-year-old female who is intellectually disabled with seizures and other health medical conditions. She resides with her family in Hanama‘ulu and has a personal assistance rehabilitation worker who works on her goals to increase her independence.
Warriors preserve winning streak with win over Waimea
KAPA‘A — Kapa‘a Lady Warrior Olivia Malafu combined with power forward Denise Alfonso to lead Kapa‘a to a 61-25 win over Waimea on Friday night during a Kaua‘i Interscholastic Federation girls basketball game at Bernice Hundley Gym.