Brittney Griner to Biden: ‘I’m terrified I might be here forever.’
Brittney Griner, the WNBA star who has been detained in Russia on drug charges since February, sent a handwritten letter to President Joe Biden on Monday asking him not to forget about her.
Editorial: Companies need to get real about climate risk
For decades, U.S. companies have been making a significant omission in their financial statements: They’ve failed to recognize and disclose the full cost of climate change. This matters not only for the planet’s future, but also for investors today. It makes some businesses look more profitable than they really are, and it prevents others from realizing the value of new and greener opportunities.
My Turn: The outrage is justified
Allow me to enlighten Robert Hastings about the “hoopla” over the overturning of Roe v. Wade referenced in his My Turn column published Sunday, July 3. I do not think the loss of rights to any American is exaggerated. Though I am glad I live in Hawaii, I am also an American and sympathize with women across the country who have to deal with this.
Island Life: Let your dreams blossom
A pretty hibiscus blooms in Kona.
Native Hawaiian plant sale this weekend
Amy B.H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden will hold a Native Hawaiian Plant Sale from 9 a.m. to noon July 9 and 10 at the garden in Captain Cook.
