National and world news at a glance
Girding for new battle, Russia warns US to stop arming Ukraine
Commentary: Every day is Tax Day
The deadline for filing federal income taxes is later than usual this year. Tax Day has been pushed back to April 18 to avoid coinciding with the District of Columbia’s Emancipation Day holiday.
Island Life: Practice makes perfect
Adolescent goats practice fighting in a back road of Waikoloa Village.
NOT REAL NEWS: A look at what didn’t happen this week
A roundup of some of the most popular but completely untrue stories and visuals of the week. None of these are legit, even though they were shared widely on social media. The Associated Press checked them out. Here are the facts:
Expanding opportunities: Club holds ceremony to bless canoe, celebrate outrigger canoe paddling
A South Kohala canoe club blessed its newest wa‘a last weekend at ‘Ohai‘ula at Spencer Beach Park.
Talk of race, sex in schools divides Americans: AP-NORC poll
WASHINGTON — Americans are deeply divided over how much children in K-12 schools should be taught about racism and sexuality, according to a new poll released as Republicans across the country aim to make parental involvement in education a central campaign theme this election year.
It’s not over: COVID-19 cases are on the rise again in US
Yet again, the U.S. is trudging into what could be another COVID-19 surge, with cases rising nationally and in most states after a two-month decline.
Hawaii laboratory detects case of omicron subvariant XE
HONOLULU — A COVID-19 omicron variant hybrid called XE has been detected in Hawaii, the state Department of Health said.
Police: More than 900 civilian bodies found in Kyiv region
KYIV, Ukraine — The bodies of more than 900 civilians have been discovered in the region surrounding the Ukrainian capital following Russia’s withdrawal — most of them fatally shot, police said Friday, an indication that many people were “simply executed.”
Palestinians and Israeli police clash at major holy site
JERUSALEM — Palestinians and Israeli police clashed at the Al-Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem on Friday as thousands gathered for prayers during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. Medics said more than 150 Palestinians were wounded — Palestinians threw rocks and Israeli police fired stun grenades in what was the most serious violence at the site in nearly a year.
New Mexico village seeks prayers as deadly wildfire rages
With towering pine trees and cool mountain breezes, a pocket of southern New Mexico draws thousands of tourists and horse racing fans every summer. It’s also a community that knows how devastating wildfires can be.
White House Easter Egg Roll returns after 2-year hiatus
WASHINGTON — The White House hopes to stir up some “egg-citement” when the Easter Egg Roll returns on Monday after a two-year, coronavirus-induced hiatus.
BIIF Volleyball: Wildcats sweep Ka Makani to remain atop D-II standings
KEALAKEKUA – Konawaena’s boys volleyball team may look impressive, but even after a three-set sweep over Hawaii Prep, their head coach knows they still have work to do.
Majors celebrate 75th anniversary of Jackie Robinson’s debut
LOS ANGELES — The major leagues celebrated the 75th anniversary of the day Jackie Robinson broke the major league color barrier with an appreciation of his trailblazing life and an evaluation of how much farther the sport still must go.
Pelicans earn 105-101 win over Clippers, claim No. 8 seed
LOS ANGELES — A franchise player out for the season. A first-year head coach. A 1-12 start. The New Orleans Pelicans overcame it all and stormed back to make the playoffs.
Young’s 38 lift Hawks past Cavs for No. 8 playoff seed
CLEVELAND — When the final horn sounded and Trae Young’s work was done, he slammed the ball off the floor, sending it spinning skyward. He then turned and waved goodbye to the Cleveland fans retreating to the the exits.
