“Zelensky thanks ‘every American’ in address to Congress.”
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Zelenskyy thanks ‘every American’ in address to Congress
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, on his first known trip outside his country since Russia invaded in February, said he wanted to visit earlier and his visit now showed the “situation is under control, because of your support.” Read more
Kremlin warning: More U.S. arms to Ukraine will aggravate war
Speaking during a meeting with his top military brass, Russian President Vladimir Putin said Moscow would take lessons learned in the conflict to “develop our armed forces and strengthen the capability of our troops.” Read more
Schumer urges show of support for Ukraine with spending bill
The measure includes $44.9 billion in emergency assistance to Ukraine and NATO allies, above even President Joe Biden’s request, and ensures that funding flows to the war effort for months to come. Read more

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Family, friends mourn woman killed in Maui shark attack
Kristine Allen, 60, vanished Dec. 8 while snorkeling as a large shark was seen cruising the waters near Keawakapu Point in south Maui. Read more
Waikiki fisheries area will be closed in 2023
The Waikiki Diamond Head Shoreline Fisheries Management Area on Oahu will be closed to fishing during 2023. Read more
Man, 30, arrested on suspicion of robbery after taking victim’s phone
A 30-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of second-degree robbery in the Honolulu area this morning. Read more
Wahinekapu helps Wahine beat San Jose State on the road
Hawaii guard Lily Wahinekapu scored 13 points to lead the Rainbow Wahine basketball team to a 54-43 win over San Jose State today at the Provident Credit Union Event Center in San Jose, Calif. Read more
Suspect, 45, wanted for 4 counts of violation of privacy
A grand jury warrant has been issued for the arrest of Wendell Olive, who CrimeStoppers said is known to frequent the Pearl City and Honolulu areas. Read more
Argentina’s government defends chaotic World Cup parade
After days of high-profile activity, team captain Lionel Messi and most of the other members of the national soccer squad were largely staying out of sight and spending time with family and friends. Read more
Hawaii records 1,189 new COVID-19 cases, 10 more deaths
The state’s seven-day average of new COVID-19 cases dropped to 158 compared with 180 reported on Dec. 14. Read more
Senate confirms new U.S. ambassador to Russia
Lynne M. Tracy will oversee an embassy in Moscow that has been decimated in terms of staffing as U.S.-Russia ties have plummeted over the war in Ukraine along with several long-standing and unrelated diplomatic disputes over personnel and facilities and compounded by disagreements over arms control. Read more
Virginia state Sen. McClellan wins Democratic nomination
Virginia state Sen. Jennifer McClellan has overwhelmingly won the Democratic nomination to succeed the late A. Donald McEachin in Congress, party officials said. Read more
Pope warns Vatican staff an ‘elegant demon’ lurks among them
Pope Francis warned Vatican bureaucrats today to beware the devil that lurks among them, saying it is an “elegant demon” that works in people who have a rigid, holier-than-thou way of living the Catholic faith. Read more
WHO ‘very concerned’ about reports of severe COVID in China
Some scientists have warned that the unchecked spread of COVID-19 in China could spur the emergence of new variants. Read more
Arctic blast sweeps U.S., bomb cyclone possible
Much of the U.S. will see below-average temperatures through the middle and end of the week. Read more
WATCH LIVE: Chad Owens hosts ‘CO2 RUN DWN’ sports show
“The CO2 RUN DWN” runs on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 1 p.m. and feature insights, interviews and commentary from the former CFL most valuable player and UH all-time career yardage leader. Read more
Hirono urges Kaiser to finish contract with striking workers
The letter is signed by Hirono, and Sens. Bernie Sanders (I-VT), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Ron Wyden (D-OR), Richard J. Durbin (D-IL), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Chris Coons (D-DE). Read more
First Day Hike returns on Oahu
The event marks the 10th anniversary of Hawaii celebrating the nationwide First Day Hike. Read more
Musk says Twitter in precarious position, defends cost cuts
Musk’s announcement came after millions of Twitter users asked him to step down in an online poll the billionaire himself created and promised to abide by. Read more
VIDEO: Hawaiian Airlines president and CEO Peter Ingram joins ‘Spotlight Hawaii’
Hawaiian Airlines president and CEO Peter Ingram joined the Honolulu Star-Advertiser’s “Spotlight Hawaii” livestream show today and answered viewer questions. Read more
Steelers Hall of Fame running back Franco Harris dies at 72
Harris’ son Dok told The Associated Press his father died overnight. No cause of death was given. Read more