Indonesia short on oxygen, seeks help as virus cases soar
JAKARTA, Indonesia — Just two months ago, Indonesia was coming to a gasping India’s aid with thousands of tanks of oxygen.
Obituaries for July 12
Susanna Sarme Aranaydo, 82, of Keaau died June 4 at a care home. Born in Papaikou, she was a retired cashier for Sack ‘N Save. Visitation 8-10:30 a.m. Friday, July 23, at Dodo Mortuary Chapel. Funeral service at 10:30 a.m. Burial to follow at Hawaii Veterans Cemetery No. 2. Casual attire. Limited seating; face masks and social distancing required. Survived by sons, Zachary (Alfreda Hart) Aranaydo of Waimea, Andre (Lorene) Aranaydo and Howard (Marilyn) Aranaydo of Keaau, Kevin (Nora) Aranaydo of Pahoa; daughter, Christy (Don) Coloma of Keaau; brother, Manuel “Manning” Sarme of Keaau; brothers-in-law, Edward (Geri) Aranaydo of Pearl City, Oahu, Gerald (Linda) Aranaydo Sr. of Pahoa and Richard Sarno of Las Vegas; sisters-in-law, Doris (Gilbert Sr.) Yrojo of Las Vegas, Marilyn (Frank) Salgado of Omaha, Neb., Dolores “Beng” Aranaydo and Mitsue “Michan” Aranaydo of Pearl City, Carmen “Incar” Aranaydo of Waipahu, Oahu, and April Aranaydo of Las Vegas; 11 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; cousins, nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary.
Your Views for July 11
‘Difficult truths’
Acasio: It’s time for a moratorium
Whether we call it corporate responsibility or just being a good neighbor, those who derive profits from Hawaii’s natural and human resources have a moral duty to care for both. Some think this duty can be met simply by providing jobs, but a business model that delivers paychecks to some and sidewalks to others is neither responsible nor neighborly. Increased risk of homelessness is a form of collateral damage that cannot be ignored.
The hidden homeless
At an outdoor eatery near the Wisconsin state capitol in Madison, I witnessed a woman, whom I suspect lacked a place to live, respectfully ask diners for money. A few wordlessly complied, handing her a couple bucks. I was disturbed by this scene, as were others at nearby tables. My guess is that we were disturbed for different reasons.
Volcano Watch: Remembering Mauna Loa’s eruption from July 5-6, 1975
Mauna Loa erupted 46 years ago this week, from July 5-6, 1975, in a 20-hour event with vents confined to the summit region (the area above 3,660 m/12,000 ft) and lava flows descending to just below 3,170 m (10,400 ft). This was the first eruption in 25 years. At the time, it was the longest quiet stretch since 1843 (we are currently in the longest stretch at 37 years and counting).
Pahoa man arrested after allegedly stabbing ex-girlfriend
A 39-year-old Pahoa man was arrested late Thursday night after a stabbing in a Hawaiian Beaches home that resulted in the hospitalization of his ex-girlfriend.
Flights from South Korea, Philippines, added to Safe Travels program
Travelers from the Philippines and South Korea will be allowed to bypass quarantine requirements in Hawaii starting next week as the state begins reopening international travel.
Vaccinated teachers and students don’t need masks, CDC says
NEW YORK — Vaccinated teachers and students don’t need to wear masks inside school buildings, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Friday in relaxing its COVID-19 guidelines.
DPS warns of sheriff scam
A recent sheriff impersonator scam incident has prompted the Department of Public Safety Sheriff Division to put out a warning.
Police seek leads on missing Puna man
Police are seeking the public’s help to locate a missing 44-year-old Puna man.
Officials mark 100th anniversary of signing of Hawaiian Homes Commission Act
On Friday’s 100th anniversary of the signing into law of the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act by President Warren G. Harding, the “groundbreaking legacy” of Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalaniana‘ole — champion of the law intended to provide homes for Native Hawaiians — was celebrated.
HTA funding Pololu Trail Steward Program
As the number of visitors to the Pololu Valley lookout, trail and coast rapidly increase, the need to mitigate the impacts to the community and the area’s natural and cultural resources grows.
State to move forward with surf school rulemaking
The Board of Land and Natural Resources Friday approved a request to initiate rule-making proceedings for managing commercial surf schools at Kahalu‘u Bay.
Grizzly bear is fatally shot after killing California woman
HELENA Mont. — A grizzly bear that pulled a California woman from her tent and killed her this week was fatally shot early Friday by wildlife officials using night-vision goggles to stake out a chicken coop that the animal raided near the small Montana town where the woman was attacked.
‘Heartbreaking’: Death toll in Florida condo collapse now 79
SURFSIDE, Fla. — The death toll in the collapse of a Miami-area condo building rose to 79 on Friday, a number the mayor called “heartbreaking” as recovery workers toiled for a 16th day to find victims in the rubble. Another 61 people remain unaccounted for.
Haiti’s interim PM confirms request for US troops to country
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti — Haiti’s interim government said Friday that it asked the U.S. to deploy troops to protect key infrastructure as it tries to stabilize the country and prepare the way for elections in the aftermath of the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse.
California forest closed as wildfires burn, heat returns
BECKWOURTH, Calif. (AP) — Flames threatening campgrounds and cabins prompted evacuations and closed off a swath of Northern California forest as the state headed into another weekend of dry, scorching weather and the continuing threat of wildfires.
NOT REAL NEWS: A look at what didn’t happen this week
Aroundup of some of the most popular but completely untrue stories and visuals of the week. None of these are legit, even though they were shared widely on social media. The Associated Press checked them out. Here are the facts:
Thanks to Trump, we have an epidemic of unqualified candidates
One of the most damaging legacies of the Trump presidency may be that it persuaded people with absolutely no qualifications that they could and should run for public office — and that at least some of the time, Americans might be foolish enough to vote for them.
The end of rescue efforts a terrible blow
In the face of tragedy in the unthinkable proportions of the Champlain Tower South collapse, we look for even the smallest respite — the heroic rescue of a victim out of the rubble, a moment that defies the odds, a sign that someone’s story didn’t end the night that night that Surfside building crumbled.
Tropical Gardening: Fragrance and color of Hawaiian gardens often due to ginger blossoms
Summer means many fragrant flowers blooming in abundance. Most noticeable is the family of gingers.
Threatening calls cause lockdown at Keaau Middle School
Police said Keaau Middle School was locked down this morning after a threatening call was made to school staff.
Flights from South Korea, Philippines, added to Safe Travels program
Travelers from the Philippines and South Korea will be allowed to bypass quarantine requirements in Hawaii starting next week as the state begins reopening international travel.
Halfway there: Suns beat Bucks for 2-0 lead in NBA Finals
PHOENIX — The ball went from Chris Paul to Devin Booker and didn’t stop moving until Deandre Ayton scored after every Suns player had touched it.
