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Gary Franks: On Iran Trump gets a mulligan

To borrow a golf term, President Donald Trump has finally agreed to take a "mulligan" per the war in Iran. Sadly, it was the most expensive mulligan in history, potentially amounting to half a trillion dollars, the deaths of 13 American service members, increased fuel costs, a major reduction ...

Froma Harrop: Mamdani's victory strut is premature

Yes, Mayor Zohran Mamdani's socialist picks just knocked off some Democratic incumbents in New York City. They included surprising defeats, especially that of Rep. Adriano Espaillat, chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus. Espaillat lost to Darializa Avila Chevalier, whose social media ...

Letter: Permanent restrooms not needed at park

Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources has proposed new restrooms, among other “improvements,” at Makena State Park. If permanent restrooms are built, how will the sewage get to the roadway and the county sewage system? Or, is the state silently planning to install huge septic tanks? Water refill stations are ridiculous. Visitors need to be reminded to take sufficient water to any outdoor excursion. There used to be a food truck at the first lot. Bottled water can be purchased from them, if they’re still there. Maui County Council has failed to control ...