Russia attacks as Putin warns world; Biden vows to hold him accountable
President Vladimir Putin of Russia declared the start of a “special military operation” in Ukraine on Thursday, after months of speculation about Russia’s intentions as it massed tens of thousands of troops on Ukraine’s border.
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Double the time: Lawmakers consider stiffer penalty for some drunken drivers in fatal crashes
A measure that would impose a stiffer penalty on a person convicted of first-degree negligent homicide while driving under the influence of an intoxicant passed its only committee hearing Friday.
Biden condemns ‘invasion’ of Ukraine; US and allies impose sanctions on Russia
WASHINGTON — The United States and its allies on Tuesday swiftly imposed economic sanctions on Russia for what President Joe Biden denounced as the beginning of an “invasion of Ukraine,” unveiling a set of coordinated punishments as Western officials confirmed that Russian forces had begun crossing the Ukrainian border.
New gym for Papaaloa a top priority for Hamakua
State Rep. Mark Nakashima said Monday a new county gymnasium in Papaaloa is the top capital-improvement priority in his district.
COVID-19 shots unlikely to prompt rare inflammation in kids
COVID-19 vaccines are unlikely to trigger a rare inflammatory condition linked to coronavirus infection in children, according to an analysis of U.S. government data published Tuesday.
Council bill would require EV charging stations for new parking lots
A Hawaii County Council member hopes to legally require developers to include electric vehicle charging stations in new parking lots.
HPD looking for recruits for ‘rewarding career’
The Hawaii Police Department is seeking committed men and women to protect and serve the Big Island.
Predators snap 4-game skid with 6-4 win over Panthers
SUNRISE, Fla. — Mikael Granlund scored the go-ahead goal in the third period and the Nashville Predators snapped a four-game losing streak with a 6-4 win over the Florida Panthers on Tuesday night.
Senate panel passes ban on fundraisers during session
HONOLULU — The Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday passed a bill that would ban lawmaker fundraisers during the legislative session, one of several measures aimed at addressing corruption after two former legislators pleaded guilty in connection with a bribery scandal.
Cole rallies No. 21 UConn past No. 8 Villanova late
HARTFORD, Conn. — R.J. Cole hit a driving floater with 5.9 seconds left and then took a charge at the other end of the court to rally No. 21 UConn to a 71-69 win over No. 8 Villanova on Tuesday night.
BIIF swimming and diving: Axelson’s excellence propels Kealakehe
KEAAU — Michelle Axelson had four gold medals around her neck – one all the shinier because it came with a BIIF record – after playing the headlining role as Kealakehe swept the team titles at the BIIF swimming and diving championships for the first time.
Mickelson apologizes for Saudi comments, deal with KPMG ends
Phil Mickelson apologized Tuesday for comments about the Saudis and a proposed super league, damaging words he claims were off the record and not meant to be shared publicly.
Another day runs off clock in MLB talks to save opening day
JUPITER, Fla. — Another day ran off the clock on talks to salvage opening day when locked-out baseball players proposed what they considered a small move forward in drawn-out labor negotiations and management termed it a third straight step backward.
US women’s team players see settlement as turning point
U.S. women’s national team players who spent years battling for pay equity lauded as historic an agreement by U.S. Soccer to pay $24 million to settle a discrimination dispute with the team, as well as a commitment to equalize pay and bonuses to match the men’s team.
Biden wants to cut into China’s electric battery dominance
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — President Joe Biden highlighted his efforts to counter China’s dominance of the electric battery market on Tuesday as he touted domestic efforts to mine and process lithium and rare metals necessary to create the technology that powers cars, electronics, wind turbines and more.
WHO: New COVID cases fall for the 3rd week, deaths also drop
GENEVA — The number of new coronavirus cases around the world fell 21% in the last week, marking the third consecutive week that COVID-19 cases have dropped, the World Health Organization said Tuesday.
Tonga’s internet finally restored 5 weeks after big eruption
WELLINGTON, New Zealand — Tonga’s main internet connection to the rest of the world has finally been restored more than five weeks after a huge volcanic eruption and tsunami severed a crucial undersea cable.
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Trump praises Putin as ‘genius’ and ‘very savvy’ for invading Ukraine
Former President Trump Tuesday praised Russian strongman Vladimir Putin as a “genius” for invading portions of Ukraine — and blasted President Biden for weakness.
