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Tesla introduces new Model Y variant priced at $41,990
The launch follows Tesla’s October rollout of lower-priced “Standard” versions of the Model Y and Model 3 sedan, priced about $5,000 below the previous base models. Read more
Clintons agree to testify in House Epstein investigation
Attorneys for the Clintons said their clients would “appear for depositions on mutually agreeable dates” and asked that the House not move forward with a contempt vote slated for Wednesday. Read more
SpaceX acquires xAI in record $1.25 trillion ‘Sentient Sun’ merger
The deal represents one of the most ambitious tie-ups in the technology sector yet, combining a space-and-defense contractor with a fast-growing AI developer whose costs are largely driven by chips, data centers and energy. Read more
Gold, silver extend fall as CME margin hikes compound sharp selloff
Spot gold was down 4.8% at $4,630.59 an ounce by 01:32 p.m. ET (8:32 a.m. Hawaii time), after tumbling nearly 10% earlier in the session. U.S. gold futures for April delivery settled 1.9% lower at $4,652.60 an ounce. Read more
Trump threatens to sue Trevor Noah over Epstein joke at Grammys
Trump, in a Sunday night post to his social media platform, said he intends to sue the comedian and former “Daily Show” host as he ragged on the “garbage” music ceremony, which aired live on CBS. Read more
Trump: Republicans should ‘nationalize’ voting in 15 locations
He did not specify the locations but said, “We have states that are so crooked and they’re counting votes. We have states that I won that show I didn’t win.” Read more
California man dies after snorkeling incident on Maui
The Maui Police Department has identified him as Frank Archuleta Jr., 69, of Huntington Beach, Calif. Read more
Gabbard facilitated Trump call to FBI during Georgia election raid
Gabbard’s continued presence has raised eyebrows, given that her role overseeing the nation’s intelligence agencies does not include on-site involvement in criminal investigative work. Read more
Man, 84, seriously hurt in solo crash on Pali Highway
Honolulu Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene near Waokanaka Street at about 5:30 p.m. Read more
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High surf warning, wind advisory in effect throughout Hawaii
The National Weather Service says south to southwest winds of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph, are expected today as a cold front marches “eastward down the island chain.” Read more
Hawaiian Electric crews work to restore power throughout Oahu
Although the majority of affected customers are in Windward Oahu, HECO’s outage map showed power down for customers from East Oahu to Central Oahu and on the North Shore. Read more
What to know about the partial government shutdown
The current shutdown is much more limited in scope than last year’s 43-day closure, when hundreds of thousands of federal employees were furloughed and many others worked without pay. Read more
Stars speak up for immigrants throughout Grammys night
“We’re not savages; we’re not animals; we’re not aliens,” Bad Bunny said in his speech. “We are humans, and we are Americans.” Read more
Mother of ‘Today’ anchor Savannah Guthrie is missing, authorities say
Nancy Guthrie, 84, was last seen at her home in Tucson, Arizona, at around 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Sheriff Chris Nanos said during a news conference Sunday evening. She was reported missing at around noon Sunday. Read more
Greenland prime minister warns Trump still seeks ‘paths to ownership’ of country
Trump intensified calls for U.S. control over Greenland at the start of the year, citing national security concerns related to Russia and China. Read more
Lost hiker on Moanalua Ridge Trail rescued by airlift
Honolulu firefighters rescued a lost hiker Sunday afternoon after he became stranded on a steep hillside off the Moanalua Ridge Trail. Read more
Grammys 2026: The complete list of winners and nominees
Music’s biggest night returns to L.A.’s Crypto.com Arena on Sunday, broadcasting live on CBS and streaming on Paramount+. After more than half a century on CBS, the awards show will move to Disney outlets in 2027. Trevor Noah will also be hosting for the sixth and final time. Read more
Johnson says he has votes to end partial shutdown by Tuesday
“I’m confident that we’ll do it at least by Tuesday. We have a logistical challenge of getting everyone in town,” he said on NBC’s “Meet the Press.” Read more
Washington scolds Cuba after crowds heckle U.S. diplomat
Friction has increased between the long-time foes after President Donald Trump last week declared Cuba “an unusual and extraordinary threat” to U.S. national security and said he would slap tariffs on any country that delivered oil to the communist-run Caribbean island. Read more
Iran warns of regional conflict if U.S. attacks
The United States has ramped up its naval presence in the Middle East after President Donald Trump repeatedly threatened Iran with intervention if it did not agree to a nuclear deal or failed to stop killing protesters. Read more
U.S. doubles luger Kirkby is looking for love at the Olympics
REUTERS/JENNIFER GAUTHIER Chevonne Chelsea Forgan and Sophia Kirkby of the U.S. in action during the Women’s Doubles. Read more
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