Color red takes on new meanings in modern China
The color red has long had special significance in China, symbolizing health, wealth and good wishes.
View ArticlePalestinian rocket targets Tel Aviv for 2nd day
A Palestinian rocket has targeted Tel Aviv on the third day of an Israeli military operation against the Gaza Strip.
View ArticlePetraeus treks to Capitol for Benghazi questioning
David Petraeus, in his first congressional testimony since resigning as CIA director over an extramarital affair, began fielding questions Friday from lawmakers about the Sept. 11 attack on the U.S....
View ArticleJason Mraz to make historic appearance in Myanmar
NASHVILLE, Tenn. » Jason Mraz will make history next month when he performs in Myanmar to raise awareness about human trafficking.
View ArticleDeath spurs recall of 220,000 infant travel beds
WASHINGTON » A children's safety equipment manufacturer has agreed to recall about 220,000 infant travel beds after reports of one infant's death and nine others entrapped or distressed while inside...
View Article4 dead, 17 hurt as train plows into wounded veterans parade float
MIDLAND, Texas » Authorities say four people are dead and 17 are injured after a train slammed into a parade float headed to a West Texas event honoring wounded veterans.
View ArticleHostess moves to liquidate after crippling strike
Hostess Brands Inc. says it's going out of business after striking workers across the country crippled its ability to make its Twinkies, Ding Dongs and other snacks.
View ArticleHawaii island game commission to give hunters voice
Hawaii County officials are organizing a new game management commission in line with the wishes of Hawaii island voters.
View ArticleDolphin-naming contest being held for YouTube star
A baby-naming contest is being held for a YouTube star from Hawaii.
View ArticleFeds sue eBay over noncompetition agreement
WASHINGTON » The Justice Department alleged today that Meg Whitman, the former CEO of eBay Inc., was intimately involved in making an anticompetitive agreement that prohibited eBay and Intuit Inc. from...
View ArticleAbercrombie names new policy director
Gov. Neil Abercrombie has named Kendra Oishi, a legislative analyst, as his policy director.
View Article1-cent increase to stamp price gets regulatory OK
WASHINGTON » The cost of mailing a first-class letter will go up by a penny in January.
View ArticleABC cancels Hawaii-based show
ABC decided today that the Hawaii-based drama "Last Resort" will not go any further than the 13-episode season originally ordered.
View ArticleWoman robbed at knifepoint in Waikiki
Police are looking for a man who robbed a woman at knifepoint in Waikiki.
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View ArticleBook urges problem solving, good deeds
"Syler and the Sandpaper Towel" (Publish America, $24.95), written by Stephanie Shinno, encourages kids to find solutions to their own problems.
View ArticleTe'o's dream season started in Laie field
At this particular practice in 1998, it was time for the Koolauloa Red Raiders junior peewee football team to work on form tackling. Players stood facing each other, about 2 yards apart. When the...
View ArticleHawaii County moves to replace Kawauchi as clerk
HILO, >> Hawaii County is moving toward selecting a new county clerk.
View ArticleA mishmash of family fun and news
HTY serves up talk-story treat • Shop sans kids, guilt • Museum goes medieval for day of free activities • Art contest is open to teenage anime fans • Family Hui lets parents connect with peers
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