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Robert Myers — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Hawaii 10th in card debt

Steven Park — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

NEW YORK » Hawaii credit card users were saddled with an average card debt of $6,002 in the third quarter and posted the steepest percentage increase over the second quarter of any state.

Parents against cut in child-care funds

Steven Park — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Disabled Maui veteran Robert Glass said a proposal to reduce state child-care subsidies for preschoolers, including his 3-year-old son, is taking away their chance for a bright future.
"As a veteran, I do believe this is what many of us were fighting for," said Glass.

Audit calls for Liu's ouster

Steven Park — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Gov. Linda Lingle is standing by Ted Liu, her state business director, as the legislative auditor insists Lingle should consider firing him for "numerous and egregious acts."

The worst-case curve

Steven Park — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

MAUNA LOA OBSERVATORY » The readings at this 2-mile-high station show a troubling upward curve as the world counts down to crucial climate talks: Global-warming gases are building in the atmosphere at record levels from emissions that match scientists' worst-case scenarios.

Man arrested in skirmish with police

Steven Park — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

A homeless man shot by police in Kakaako was arrested upon his release from a hospital yesterday on suspicion of first-degree attempted murder.

Alleged scientist spy fit to stand trial

Steven Park — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

A Maui man accused of selling military secrets to China has been found competent to stand trial. Noshir Gowadia is accused of providing data on making cruise missiles and other aircraft less visible to radar or heat-seeking devices.

Hefty fine for early bulky waste

Steven Park — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Anyone who leaves bulky items at the curb earlier than the evening before the scheduled collection date would face a considerable fine under strict new guidelines proposed by the city.

Insurance deadlines extended

Steven Park — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

State and city workers have an extra week to choose a medical coverage plan as the state board that governs the health fund extended deadlines yesterday to ease confusion in the current open enrollment period.

Island images

Steven Park — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

MAILE Alert is sent by mistake

Steven Park — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

The Honolulu Police Department's Communications Division mistakenly issued a MAILE Alert to television stations shortly before 2:30 p.m. yesterday.

Read fine print to avoid 'free' prize problems

Steven Park — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

QUESTION: My parents went to the Senior Expo and "won" a drawing for a free hotel stay. They were informed by phone that they won, then a young man drove out to their house to give them their certificate and explain what they'd "won" from Redeemincentives.com.

Newswatch

Steven Park — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

The gloves come off at Amazon and Wal-mart

Robert Myers — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Ali had Frazier. Coke has Pepsi. The Yankees have the Red Sox.

Now Wal-Mart, the mightiest retail giant in history, may have met its own worthy adversary: Amazon.com.

Iran expanding effort to stifle the opposition

Robert Myers — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

DAMASCUS, Syria >> After last summer's disputed presidential election, Iran's government relied largely on brute force - beatings, arrests and show trials - to stifle the country's embattled opposition movement.

Police / Fire

Steven Park — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Waves give Centeio dominating win in Reef Hawaiian Pro

Robert Myers — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Joel Centeio dominated the Reef Hawaiian Pro yesterday, winning every heat on his way to victory at Alii Beach Park.

Navy brings all kinds of trouble

Robert Myers — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Knowing what to expect from Navy is one thing.

Letters to the editor

Steven Park — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Fans to get sneak peek at Umlauft era

Robert Myers — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

It's not so much a rebuilding as it is a reclamation project. The Hawaii coaches and players want to reclaim the respect and success that the Warriors volleyball team once enjoyed.

Wahine get Fresno in semis

Robert Myers — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

LAS VEGAS >> The Orleans Arena is some 2,500 seats cozier than the Stan Sheriff Center.

Rainbow Warriors getting energy back

Robert Myers — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

The Hawaii men's basketball team has its appetite back.

Hawaii Prep full of surprises

Robert Myers — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

There's no flash in the pan at tiny Waiaka.

Former Wahine honored by NCAA

Robert Myers — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Former Hawaii swimmer Maureen O'Toole-Purcell was one of six former athletes to win the NCAA Silver Anniversary Award yesterday.

Rainbow Wahine's chance to host doomed by WAC

Robert Myers — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Unfortunately, it looks like we've had our last in-person look at the University of Hawaii volleyball team this year. Athletic director Jim Donovan says chances are "slim" that UH's bid will result in the No. 3-ranked Wahine hosting the first two rounds of the NCAA tournament next week.

Hawaii Beat

Robert Myers — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Television & Radio

Robert Myers — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Creditors target solar firm

Steven Park — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

A hearing on whether a Kailua-based solar company should be forced into involuntary Chapter 7 liquidation begins this morning in U.S. Bankruptcy Court.

Kids' jonesing for treat spurs Yogurtland deals

Steven Park — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

The Yogurtland chain of frozen yogurt shops is expanding to Kaanapali, Kahului and Hilo. Part-owner Ray Bella got into it partly because his childre love to go to the University Avenue and Hawaii Kai locations where they can fill their own bowls and sprinkle on their own toppings.

Business briefs

Steven Park — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Keep lid on crime, fears

Steven Park — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

In Hawaii and elsewhere in the country, most people think crime has been on the rise due to the downward economy — but they are wrong. The gravitation to crime reporting on television news adds to the misperception, and viewers should recognize that the rise in crime reports does not mean crime has increased.

Craigslist rental ads attracting the crooks

Steven Park — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

What's it like to be the victim of three attempted robberies in one day? It all started when my wife and I decided to advertise our Manoa apartment on the popular Craigslist, where the price is "free" and you can even include photos.

Brief asides

Steven Park — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Worth watching

Robert Myers — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Hawaii is producing young filmmakers who are making an impact on the national scene, thanks to community support and high school and university programs that foster their creative skills.

Big screen stretches beyond films

Robert Myers — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

New York's Metropolitan Opera is so revered it's known simply as "The Met," and everyone knows you're not talking baseball.

Movie preview

Robert Myers — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Da Kine

Robert Myers — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

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Manga fans will find much to love at Academy

Robert Myers — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Anime and manga fans looking to broaden their cultural horizons need look no further than the Honolulu Academy of Arts for the next few weeks.

Got nutrients?

Robert Myers — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Head collar is kinder, gentler than muzzles

Robert Myers — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

QUESTION: I see more and more dogs in what looks like a muzzle, but it's not. What is that?

Man shot in police encounter

Steven Park — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Police yesterday shot a 29-year-old man who allegedly drove away while dragging a police officer during what had been a routine call in Kakaako.

Island Boyz Custom Cycles

Curtis Hanson — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:21:30 GMT

Loud, fast, wild, whatever your preference, heads will turn when you turn up on one of these custom choppers. That’s exactly what Ken Puahi of Island Boyz Custom Cycles wants. He builds one-of-a-kind look-at-me choppers and has design awards to back him up. Read More and Watch Video.

D.K. Steakhouse

Curtis Hanson — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:17:04 GMT

D.K. Kodama, a household name in Hawaii for food junkies. DK doesn’t just create outstanding sushi for Sansei Seafood and Sushi Bar, DK Steakhouse is a place to go for a truly incredible steak. The only steakhouse in Hawaii to offer authentic, in-house dry aged beef seared in a state of the art 1800 degree oven. DK also serves up inspiration in supporting local products. Read More and Watch Video.

Scoreboard

Steven Park — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Garcia advances at Reef Hawaiian Pro

Steven Park — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

For six-time Vans Triple Crown of Surfing Champion Sunny Garcia, competing at the Reef Hawaiian Pro is a holiday. When the 39-year-old isn't traversing the globe on the World Qualifying Series, he lives in California for most of the year.

Crucial homestand

Steven Park — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Officially, Hawaii's homecoming came and went a few weeks ago. The title might be better suited for the Warriors' return this week.

Wahine dominate All-WAC honors

Steven Park — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

Perfect in the regular season. Perfect in the top all-conference awards. No. 3 Hawaii dominated the Western Athletic Conference volleyball season with a 16-0 record.

Family raises $66,000 for son's liver surgery

Steven Park — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

The parents of a 6-year-old Maui boy who needs a liver transplant have raised enough money to go ahead with the surgery. John and Hayde Sim said that through a series of fundraisers and contributions from Hawaii and the mainland, they have exceeded their goal of $65,000.

A flag, a pin and finally home

Steven Park — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

In the span of two months, Pfc. Manuel Ramalho completed training as a mechanic in the U.S. Army Reserve, got married, moved into a new home and deployed to Iraq.

Troubled bridges over island waters

Steven Park — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT

More of Hawaii's bridges are in need of modernization than bridges in most other states, according to an annual survey of state and county bridges by Better Roads magazine.