Commentary: Blame greed for rising prices
Americans paying more at the grocery store and gas pump are told that supply-chain issues related to the coronavirus pandemic and the Russian war against Ukraine are fully to blame. But, in truth, corporate executives are also exploiting these crises to make record profits and line their pockets.
Carl P. Leubsdorf: Putin obsessed with reversing history
Earlier this month, Mikhail Gorbachev celebrated his 91st birthday in obscurity at his home near Moscow, the forgotten leader of Russia’s brief, unsuccessful move toward democracy at home and on its borders.
Editorial: The Senate should approve Ketanji Brown Jackson on a bipartisan basis
Give Republicans on the Senate Judiciary Committee credit for playing a clever double game. First, Ted Cruz, Lindsey Graham, John Cornyn, Josh Hawley, Marsha Blackburn and others looked Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson in the eyes and said that, unlike the way nasty Democrats (including former Sen. Joe Biden) savagely vilified nominees of Republican presidents, they would treat her with decency and respect — dressing a partisan attack in the clothing of civility. Then, often in the next breath, GOP senators twisted facts with vicious dishonesty to portray Jackson as an ally of terrorists and child pornographers, and a critical race theory brainwasher of kids who denies the existence of biological differences between the sexes.
Kahilu Exhibits presents solo exhibitions
Kahilu Exhibits at Kahilu Theatre presents solo exhibitions by Oahu-based artist, Ming Li Jiang, and ceramicist Peter Durst.
Firehouse Gallery announces new show
Patterns, Textures and Reflections is the theme of the Waimea Arts Council’s show at the Firehouse Gallery in Waimea.
Youth invited participate in Young Artists and Authors Showcase
The Young Artists and Authors Showcase (YAAS) is an annual contest that encourages youth worldwide to express the mission of Sister Cities International through original artwork, literature, photography, and music.
Streetlight Cadence kicks it up at Kahilu
Last Friday night, Streetlight Cadence returned to the Kahilu Theatre for an outstanding performance. Twelve years strong now, the former Waikiki street buskers have morphed into a tight trio that delivers an electrifying evening filled with banjo, violin, cello, percussion, and rich vocals.
Island Life: Majestic monarch
A monarch butterfly takes a quick break from flight.
Foodland to transfer all pharmacy prescriptions to Longs
Foodland Super Market Ltd. on Wednesday announced it has entered into an agreement to confidentially transfer all prescriptions from its pharmacies to Longs Drugs.
Runnin’ with Rani: Kua Bay Time Trial
The Hawaii Cycling Club had yet another fabulous turnout as 53 cyclists competed in Saturday’s Kua Bay Time Trial.
A day of big comebacks and early elimination at Match Play
AUSTIN, Texas — The format is fickle enough even before that notorious Texas wind arrived. Kevin Kisner, Mackenzie Hughes and even Sergio Garcia showed how quickly fortunes can change Thursday in the Dell Technologies Match Play.
Two weeks from opening day, MLB teams work to set rosters
PHOENIX — In this year’s lightning-round version of spring training, just two weeks remain until Major League Baseball’s opening day on April 7.
US gains 0-0 draw at Mexico, in strong position to qualify
MEXICO CITY — Christian Pulisic pounded the ground three times just past Mexico’s goal line after his point-blank shot was blocked in the 35th minute.
Arkansas muscles top-ranked Gonzaga out of NCAA tournament
SAN FRANCISCO — JD Notae scored 21 points despite missing 20 shots and fourth-seeded Arkansas made Gonzaga miserable on both ends of the floor, bouncing the top overall seed from the NCAA Tournament with a 74-68 win on Thursday night.
Dolphins have given Tua Tagovailoa everything he needs to succeed
Not one position was missed, not one box went unchecked. Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa got the fastest receiver in the league in superstar Tyreek Hill and the best left tackle on the market in Terron Armstead.