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Search for Nancy Guthrie in Arizona turns to new message
Nancy Guthrie was last seen when family members dropped her off at her home near Tucson on Jan. 31, after she had dinner with them, and relatives reported her missing the following day, authorities said. Read more
No. 3 Hawaii volleyball team adds 2 home matches against No. 8 BYU
The last-minute additions to the schedule are a replacement for the NIL Tournament which was canceled last week. Read more
Kaiser workers launch war on AI over job loss, patient safety fears
As part of their ongoing negotiations with their employer, Kaiser Permanente workers have been pushing back against the giant healthcare provider’s use of AI. Read more
Bitcoin rallies, tops $70,000 as risk assets stabilize
The world’s largest cryptocurrency was last up more than 11% at $70,231, rising as high as $71,464.96 and recouping losses that pushed it to $60,017.60, the lowest level since October 24, earlier on. Read more
Man, 38, seriously hurt after crashing car into tree in Waipahu
The 911 call to the Honolulu Fire Department came in at about 2:30 p.m. for an auto crash near 94-1211 Farrington Highway. Five units with 15 personnel responded. Read more
Dow closes above 50,000 for first time as AI frenzy returns
Nvidia, the world’s most valuable company, jumped 7.8%. Advanced Micro Devices surged 8.3% and Broadcom climbed 7.1%, while the PHLX semiconductor index closed up 5.7%. Read more
Google workers demand end to cloud services for immigration agencies
The petition said they were “appalled by the violence” and “paramilitary-style raids” by immigration agents, which they accused Google of aiding. Read more
HPD motorcycle officer injured after being hit by suspected drunk driver
The woman “exhibited signs of impairment and was subsequently placed under arrest for the offense of operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant,” police said Read more
Gov. Green issues emergency proclamation as major storm approaches Hawaii
Green, along with the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency, urge residents and visitors to prepare for severe weather on all islands from Saturday through Monday. Read more
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2,000 ICE agents remain in Minnesota despite ‘drawdown’
To many Minnesotans, it was as if there had been no reduction in agents at all. Read more
Trump condemns video showing Obamas as apes after removal
White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt hours earlier had defended the post, describing the wave of negative reactions as “fake outrage.” Read more
Bondi: U.S. arrests suspect in 2012 Benghazi consulate attack
Bondi said Zubayar al-Bakoush has been extradited to the United States and will face murder, arson and terrorism-related charges. Read more
Pricier iPhones? Global memory chip crunch puts spotlight on Apple
Apple’s decision will likely have far-reaching consequences. Read more
DHS shutdown looms as Senate immigration talks sputter
Senators left Washington for the weekend without opening serious talks on a measure needed to keep the department running past a Feb. 13 midnight deadline. Read more
Dollar nears two-week high as AI splurge spooks investors
The yen edged up, but was still headed for its worst weekly performance against the dollar since October and has given up most of late January’s hefty gains, as traders brace for Sunday’s national election. Read more
Hawaii’s Isiah Kiner-Falefa signs deal with Boston Red Sox
The Mid-Pac Institute alumnus played second base exclusively during Toronto’s postseason run, but he started 93 games at short, 30 at third and only one at second during the regular season. Read more
Kauai chickenpox outbreak doubles, expands to more schools
Five additional cases were reported from three more Garden Island schools — Hanalei Elementary, Kaua’i Christian Academy and Island School. Read more
Trump unveils TrumpRx discounted drugs website
Trump announced the new website was live at a White House event alongside Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz and National Design Studio Director and Airbnb co-founder Joe Gebbia. Read more
Honolulu Zoo welcomes 2 female warthogs from California
The pair arrived today from California’s The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, which is an Association of Zoos and Aquariums accredited facility. Read more
Trump offers fourth version of Gabbard’s role in Georgia raid
Gabbard’s role overseeing the nation’s intelligence agencies does not include on-site involvement in criminal investigative work. Read more
Bill Nye to receive lifetime achievement award at Children’s & Family Emmys
The 70-year-old will be given his award on March 1 at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City. Read more
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