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6.9 magnitude earthquake causes small tsunami waves off northeastern Japan

TOKYO — A 6.9 magnitude earthquake shook northeastern Japan and caused small tsunami waves but no apparent damage Friday, days after a stronger quake in the same region. Friday's quake occurred off the east coast of Aomori prefecture, in the north of Honshu, the main Japanese island, at a ...

Raiatea Helm releases ‘I’ll Be Home for Christmas’ holiday album

Molokai’s multi-Nā Hōkū Hanohano winning musician Raiatea Helm has triumphed once again, releasing a marvelous new album, “I’ll Be Home for Christmas.” Following her groundbreaking “A Legacy Of Hawaiian Song & String,” Helm offers a fresh take on classic holiday favorites, ...

Photo of the Day: Swangin’

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AAA Hawaii: Gas prices remain down; state among top destinations for travelers

Hawaii gas prices continue to remain near their lowest levels of the year, according to AAA Hawaii. On Thursday, the group reported the average price for regular unleaded statewide was $4.44, which is 12 cents lower than the price was a year ago. “This month, Hawaii drivers are paying ...

Police seek man who allegedly fled scene of wreck

Maui police are looking for a 31-year-old man who they say fled the scene of a serious crash early Wednesday on Haleakala Highway in Pukalani. Police identified the man as Kaleo Kubo, who is known to frequent Central Maui. He is wanted on an active no-bail warrant, and the Maui Police ...