Crowds turn out for Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade despite rain
NEW YORK — They stood in inches-deep puddles on street corners, heedless of soaked feet. They huddled under garbage bags turned raincoats, and sodden umbrellas — but everyone was smiling.
The US is building an early warning system to detect geoengineering
BOULDER, Colo. — In a guarded compound at the foot of the Rockies, government scientists are working on a new kind of global alarm system: one that can detect if another country, or maybe just an adventurous billionaire, tries to dim the sun.
Lebanon cease-fire appears to hold despite Israeli strike
TEL AVIV, Israel — The uneasy truce between Israel and the militant group Hezbollah largely held through its second day in Lebanon on Thursday, although Israel conducted an airstrike that it said targeted militants violating terms of the ceasefire deal.
Downtown Hilo Christmas Lights Parade set for Saturday
For many in East Hawaii, the true start of the Christmas season comes Saturday evening with the 2024 Downtown Hilo Christmas Lights Parade.
Family of missing Hawaii woman thankful for support
Swiatek: One-month doping ban ‘worst experience of my life’
LONDON — Iga Swiatek has described being given a one-month ban as the “worst experience of my life” as the tennis world was stunned by another doping case involving one of its most high-profile players.
Lions hold off Bears’ comeback bid to end Thanksgiving drought
DETROIT — The Detroit Lions were on their way to a peaceful Thanksgiving Day win over the Chicago Bears.
What the Thunder learned playing without centers, and why they’re now even more dangerous
Jalen Williams’ new role emerged without any warning.
Trae Young, Hawks chase consecutive wins over Cavs
The Atlanta Hawks own two of the more impressive — and surprising — victories of the young NBA season.
‘Peace, Light & Love’ Sunday in Waimea
The Kahilu Theatre in Waimea will present a concert by the Waimea Community Chorus, “Peace, Light &Love,” at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 1.
Who might be the next chair of the Democratic Party?
As the Democratic Party reels from devastating losses — in the presidential contest, the race to control the Senate and its bid to regain control of the House — its national committee is searching for a new chair. Whoever lands that critical role will be charged with shepherding the party out of the woods and into a new era.
Wailoa Center wants your muʻumuʻu and your stories
In celebration of Mu‘umu‘u Month, Wailoa Center will exhibit “Mu‘u + Mo‘olelo,” a multimedia exhibit of mu‘u, photographs and stories — your stories!
Free ‘Joy to the World’ concert in Kona
The Kona Choral Society invites audiences to experience the magic of connection at its popular annual free “Joy to the World” Community Concert.
Why understanding the ‘other side’ is more important than ever
For some of us, just reading the title of this piece may be irritating — even maddening. If you’re scared about Trump’s election, being asked to understand the “other side” can seem a distant concern compared to your fears of what might happen during his presidency. If you’re glad Trump won, you may be tempted to say, “We’ve won; we don’t need to listen” — or maybe you’re angry about the pushback you see on the “other side.”
RFK Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard have to be rejected
On Saturday afternoon, at 4:17, Donald Trump used his Truth Social to announce the last of his cabinet secretaries, Brooke Rollins for USDA, finishing naming the 15 positions far faster than any other incoming president. His speed might be because he’s been here before, so he knows what he’s doing, which is definitely fine, or he’s not having the normal FBI background checks on the picks, which is not definitely fine.
