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Sunday, September 11, 2011 |
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Terror's Evolving Threat: The Al-Qaida Network in 2011
By IPT News @ 12:24 PM :: 7973 Views :: National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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Weakened militarily and ignored in the mostly peaceful Arab Spring revolutions, the organization, they say, is becoming irrelevant....
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Sunday, September 11, 2011 |
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Bush: One of the lessons of 9-11 is that evil is real, and so is courage
By Video @ 11:49 AM :: 6277 Views :: National News, Ethics
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Former President George W. Bush gave a wonderful speech today in Shanksville, Pennsylvania for the 10 year anniversary of 9-11. It was one of his best. The audience including Vice President Joe Biden and former President Bill Clinton gave him a standing ovation.
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Sunday, September 11, 2011 |
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Hawaii, Maui, Kauai: Stop And Remember 7AM Sunday 9-11-11
By @ 12:01 AM :: 12850 Views :: Hawaii County , Honolulu County, DHHL, Maui County, Energy, National News, Family
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The remembrance calls for governments and businesses, houses of worship, railways, fire and police departments, and others to ring bells and sound sirens for one minute on Sunday, Sept. 11, starting at 7:00 am Hawai'i Standard Time (1:00 pm EDT). Members of the public are asked to cease activity during that minute and reflect upon the events of 10 years ago.
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Saturday, September 10, 2011 |
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Kaauwai: Unity in Remembrance of 9/11
By Jonah Ka`auwai @ 10:55 PM :: 7108 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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For all of us across the nation, our thoughts are turned to the lives that were lost due to the tragic events that took place on September 11, 2001.
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Saturday, September 10, 2011 |
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Hanabusa Wipes Prince Kuhio --and Robert Wilcox-- out of History Books
By News Release @ 1:02 AM :: 13907 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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Even after correcting herself, Hanabusa still has it wrong. A reader has pointed out that the first native Hawaiian Congressional Representative was Robert Wilcox of the Home Rule Party....
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Friday, September 9, 2011 |
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NYT: Some of Sarah Palin's Ideas Cross the Political Divide
By Selected News Articles @ 5:57 PM :: 4971 Views :: National News, Ethics
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Strangely, she was saying things that liberals might like, if not for Ms. Palin’s having said them.
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Friday, September 9, 2011 |
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Friday, September 9, 2011 |
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Gallup: Hawaii has 4th-lowest rate of Uninsured Persons
By Selected News Articles @ 2:57 PM :: 7576 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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Massachusetts -- where state law requires all adult residents to have health insurance -- continues to have the lowest percentage of uninsured residents, at 4.7%. Connecticut, Minnesota, and Hawaii also have relatively low uninsured rates, with about 1 in 10 adults not carrying health insurance in each....
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Friday, September 9, 2011 |
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More 'Stimulus' from President Obama
By Heritage Foundation @ 12:11 PM :: 5246 Views :: National News, Ethics
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...last night in a speech to a joint session of Congress, the President demanded that it spend another $450 billion on more of the same "stimulus" that has left America with zero job growth and continued economic stagnation.
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Thursday, September 8, 2011 |
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Comprehensive List of Obama Tax Hikes
By Americans for Tax Reform @ 10:27 PM :: 6699 Views :: National News, Ethics
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Which of these will kill the most jobs?
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Thursday, September 8, 2011 |
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Full Text: Obama Speech to Congress
By News Release @ 7:23 PM :: 5943 Views :: National News, Ethics
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...to make sure the money is properly spent and for good purposes, we're building on reforms we've already put in place. No more earmarks....
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Thursday, September 8, 2011 |
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Pacific Command to Host 9-11 Remembrance at Fort Shafter
By News Release @ 6:16 PM :: 7327 Views :: Maui County, Energy, National News
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9/11 Remembrance Ceremony commemorating the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks on the United States: Sept. 9, 2011 at 4:30 p.m., Palm Circle, Fort Shafter
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Thursday, September 8, 2011 |
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Five Ways to Create New Jobs in America
By Heritage Foundation @ 3:26 PM :: 4234 Views :: National News, Ethics
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The good news is that there is another way, and there are things the President can do to pave the way for businesses to create new jobs.
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Wednesday, September 7, 2011 |
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Report: 42% of young Adults Obese in Hawaii
By News Release @ 1:05 PM :: 8672 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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Hawaii went from 33 percent overweight or obese to 42 percent over the last 13 years....
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Wednesday, September 7, 2011 |
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Four Ways Obama Has Blocked Job Growth
By Heritage Foundation @ 1:02 PM :: 4289 Views :: National News, Ethics
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... the four major measures Obama has taken to prevent job growth in America ....
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Wednesday, September 7, 2011 |
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Public invited to 9/11 memorial commemoration at Honolulu Community College
By News Release @ 12:56 AM :: 6524 Views :: Maui County, National News
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When/Time: Monday, September 12, 2011 at 11 a.m.
Where: Honolulu Community College, 874 Dillingham Blvd.
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Wednesday, September 7, 2011 |
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Jobs Plan: More Government Spending
By Heritage Foundation @ 12:48 AM :: 3789 Views :: National News, Ethics
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... for many on the left, it's the only way they can think of to get the economy moving again, and they think some sort of new New Deal should be included in President Obama’s much-touted jobs speech on Thursday....
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Monday, September 5, 2011 |
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A Jobless Labor Day
By Heritage Foundation @ 2:35 PM :: 4077 Views :: National News, Ethics
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For 14 million unemployed Americans and their families, this Labor Day will not be a happy one....
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Saturday, September 3, 2011 |
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Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Senior Chief Petty Officer Kraig M. Vickers
By News Release @ 12:14 AM :: 10260 Views :: DHHL, Energy, National News, World News
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SCPO Vickers, 36, was a 1992 Maui High School graduate. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 3, 2011 at the Maui Arts and Cultural Theater. SCPO Vickers will be laid to rest at Valley Isle Memorial Park in Haiku.
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Friday, September 2, 2011 |
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Hawaii Leads the Nation for Methamphetamine Use in the Workforce
By News Release @ 2:14 PM :: 7423 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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...The study includes its first state-by-state analysis of methamphetamine positives, based on more than 4.5 million urine specimens collected from the general U.S. workforce from January-December 2010....
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Friday, September 2, 2011 |
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Zero New Jobs in America
By Heritage Foundation @ 1:20 PM :: 4118 Views :: National News, Ethics
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... for the first time since 1945, no new jobs were created—Zero....
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Friday, September 2, 2011 |
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Construction Industry Group says Hawaii’s rural roads, bridges need work
By Andrew Walden @ 4:06 AM :: 6996 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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- 16% of Hawaii’s Rural bridges are structurally deficient –10th in nation
- 29% of Hawaii’s rural roads rated poor—5th in nation
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Friday, September 2, 2011 |
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After Boycott Threat, Safeway Agrees to Change Labels on “Kona Blend”
By News Release @ 12:51 AM :: 9915 Views :: Hawaii County , Akaka Bill, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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On Aug. 2, 2011, Safeway Director of Public Affairs & Governmental Relations Susan Houghton and other Safeway officials met with KCFA Board member Paul Uster at Safeway headquarters in Pleasanton, California, to review the concerns of Kona coffee growers....
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Friday, September 2, 2011 |
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Marriott: M Waikiki Owners Self-Destructive
By News Release @ 12:44 AM :: 9732 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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...inaccurate statements by the owner notwithstanding, occupancy rates at the Waikiki EDITION were 67 percent in July and were running in excess of 80 percent in August prior to the illegal raid and seizure of the hotel ....
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Thursday, September 1, 2011 |
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"Green Scissors"-- Enviros Propose Billions in Cuts to Federal Giveaways
By NCPA @ 8:22 PM :: 5168 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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Eliminating $380 billion in subsidies to industries that damage the environment could go a long way toward resolving U.S. budget challenges, a coalition of groups from across the political spectrum said in a new study, reports the Environment News Service.
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Thursday, September 1, 2011 |
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Touted by Enviromentalists, LEED Certification Actually Increases Energy Use
By Selected News Articles @ 8:15 PM :: 9219 Views :: Hawaii County , Akaka Bill, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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Among dozens of “green” schools in Washington state, only two use less energy than traditional schools built in those same districts. In more than one instance, the “green” schools use 30 percent more energy per square foot ....
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Thursday, September 1, 2011 |
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Food Regulators Out of Control
By Heritage Foundation @ 11:48 AM :: 3770 Views :: National News, Ethics
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...four federal agencies known as the Interagency Working Group (IWG) have delivered a plan to drastically censor food advertisers with products deemed to be “too high” in sodium, sugar, or fat that cater to any viewing audience between the ages of two and 11. These advertisers would lose key slots during some of America’s most popular shows, like American Idol, America’s Got Talent, and Glee....
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Wednesday, August 31, 2011 |
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Marriott Managers, Security turned away from Waikiki Edition
By News Release @ 11:45 PM :: 11084 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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"...the Owner has filed for bankruptcy protection, which will permit it to continue the operation of the hotel under its present management with Modern Management Services."
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Wednesday, August 31, 2011 |
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Aiming for $1M Dollars, Djou reaches out to Grassroots Donors
By Rep Charles Djou @ 4:28 PM :: 8805 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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"A serious run for U.S. Congress will require more than $1 million in campaign funds. Your early support will help us to kick this campaign off right."
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Wednesday, August 31, 2011 |
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NY Judge orders Waikiki Edition Returned to Marriott by 2:30PM Today
By News Release @ 1:31 PM :: 9455 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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After an overnight raid last Sunday seizing control of the Waikiki EDITION from Marriott International, Inc., the owners of the hotel were ordered by a New York state judge to return the hotel to Marriott's control as of 8:30 p.m. today eastern time, which is 2:30 p.m. Honolulu time.
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Wednesday, August 31, 2011 |
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The Fast and Furious Scandal Continues
By Heritage Foundation @ 1:09 PM :: 7584 Views :: National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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A U.S. government gun-trafficking investigation gone horribly wrong has resulted in the death of a U.S. Border Patrol officer, some 2,000 firearms in the hands of criminals, and the dismissal of a 24-year veteran law enforcement official. This is the story of Fast and Furious....
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Tuesday, August 30, 2011 |
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Lawyer: US Supreme Court needs to Hear Hokulia Bypass Case
By Robert Thomas @ 7:05 PM :: 10852 Views :: Hawaii County , Akaka Bill, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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Today, we filed the Reply Brief in the case that asks: after Kelo, when is eminent domain pretextual?
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Tuesday, August 30, 2011 |
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Mufi Hannemann announces Congressional Campaign
By News Release @ 2:45 PM :: 8644 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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As someone who’s ... listened to the counsel and concerns of friends and strangers alike, I’ve decided that I can best contribute to the future of our islands and make a difference in the lives of our people and nation, by seeking to serve in Congress.
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Tuesday, August 30, 2011 |
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Djou Endorses Mitt Romney for President
By News Release @ 2:19 PM :: 11053 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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“I am proud to have Charles’ support,” said Mitt Romney. “He has been an advocate for lower taxes, getting spending under control, and creating the right environment for job creation. In addition to his legislative service, Charles serves his country and I am honored to have his support.”
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Tuesday, August 30, 2011 |
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The Unemployment Empty Promise
By Heritage Foundation @ 10:27 AM :: 4390 Views :: National News, Ethics
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Sometime next week—we don't quite know when—President Barack Obama is due to announce his latest jobs plan ....
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Monday, August 29, 2011 |
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The Right Strategy to Fight Terrorism
By Heritage Foundation @ 7:33 PM :: 7803 Views :: National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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...Since September 11, 2001, at least 40 Islamist-inspired terror plots aimed at the United States have been thwarted....
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Monday, August 29, 2011 |
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Time Has Come for States to Take Strong Action on Iran
By Selected News Articles @ 7:30 PM :: 9974 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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Lucrative state and federal contracts funded by American taxpayer dollars should not be awarded to companies doing business with a regime that is aggressively pursuing a nuclear weapons program, training and supplying weapons to terrorists who are killing U.S. troops, and engaging in egregious human rights abuses inside its own borders.
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Monday, August 29, 2011 |
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Wind Power Is Dying
By Selected News Articles @ 11:54 AM :: 9723 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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While the U.S. is dumping billions of dollars into wind farms and onshore and offshore wind turbines, this energy source is being cast aside as a failure elsewhere in the world.
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Monday, August 29, 2011 |
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Lessons from Hurricane Irene
By Heritage Foundation @ 11:40 AM :: 4721 Views :: National News, Ethics
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As the effects of the storm continue with "epic" flooding being reported in Vermont, pundits and politicians alike are already calculating its implications on government policy....
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Sunday, August 28, 2011 |
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Battleship Missouri to Commemorate 66th Anniversary of Japanese Surrender
By News Release @ 4:46 PM :: 13297 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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The Battleship Missouri Memorial will commemorate the 66th anniversary of the end of World War II with a free ceremony on Friday, Sept. 2, 2011, from 8 to 9 a.m., on the Mighty Mo’s forward main deck.
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Sunday, August 28, 2011 |
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10% of Employers to Drop Health Coverage when Obamacare Takes Effect
By Selected News Articles @ 4:36 PM :: 6682 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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Nearly one of every 10 midsized or big employers expects to stop offering health coverage to workers after insurance exchanges begin operating in 2014 as part of President Barack Obama's health care overhaul....
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Sunday, August 28, 2011 |
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Religious Freedom Under Attack in the Military
By Selected News Articles @ 4:31 PM :: 5834 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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A religious-discrimination lawsuit involving the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is taking a giant step forward this week, with a federal judge demanding a response from the Obama administration....
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Sunday, August 28, 2011 |
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Kalapa: Reason Seems Absent in Call for Continued Employment Tax Holiday
By Lowell L Kalapa @ 12:28 PM :: 5630 Views :: National News, Ethics
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One quick fix being touted by the administration to create the jobs America needs and so desperately wants is a continuance of the employment tax holiday....
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Saturday, August 27, 2011 |
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DoE Boosts Test Scores by Giving Answers to Students
By Andrew Walden @ 6:35 PM :: 13641 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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Cheating on tests is paying off big for the Hawaii Department of Education. The DoE has admitted--touted even--its effort to organize a cadre of part-time teachers to provide test answers to students statewide.
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Thursday, August 25, 2011 |
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Abercrombie to make You Proud of Your Home
By News Release @ 10:59 PM :: 7811 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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“We have a comprehensive housing policy in Hawai'i that includes repairing and building public housing units where people feel safe in their community and proud of their home,” Governor Abercrombie said.
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Thursday, August 25, 2011 |
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Gallup: 60% say Hawaii Economy Getting Worse
By Selected News Articles @ 10:33 PM :: 7782 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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Washington, D.C., led the nation in economic confidence during the first half of 2011 with the only positive Economic Confidence Index score (+11) in the U.S....
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Thursday, August 25, 2011 |
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Wind Scammers are top Recipient of Federal Energy Subsidies
By NCPA @ 9:53 PM :: 5996 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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A new report from the Department of Energy ... shows that "renewable" energy firms are heavily dependent on government support....
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Thursday, August 25, 2011 |
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NYT: Anti-GMO Myths don’t hold up to Scientific Scrutiny
By NCPA @ 9:48 PM :: 9169 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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Myths about the dire effects of genetically modified foods on health and the environment abound, but they have not held up to scientific scrutiny. These crop modification methods are not dangerous.
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Thursday, August 25, 2011 |
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SF Chronicle: Unfounded Fears Threaten Fracking Success Story
By NCPA @ 9:44 PM :: 4975 Views :: National News, Ethics
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The energy from hydrofracking can transform the U.S. energy outlook for a century. Let's not allow groundless fears to destroy our future....
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