Law enforcement clamps down on youthful smokers
Kailanianna Ablog, Reporter
April 14, 2016
Filed under Opinions
Since 2006, smoking has been illegal for those under 18. In January 2016, the Legislature raised the legal smoking age to 21 and expanded the law to include the increasingly popular electronic cigarette, a device used to simulate smoking tobacco by turning liquid nicotine, flavored oils and other chemica...
Loss of accreditation demands reliable funding for Honolulu Zoo
Celine Isabelle Arnobit, Reporter
April 8, 2016
Filed under Opinions
The Honolulu Zoo has lost its accreditation by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) because of inconsistent funding. The zoo must be supported by the government through regular funding. Every major city has a creditable zoo. The AZA accredits over 200 zoos all over the country, inclu...
Save pedestrians from themselves
March 1, 2016
Filed under Opinions
Hawaii is a killer state. It ranks 8th in the country for pedestrian fatalities and leads the nation as the number one place for senior citizens who die while walking. A recent bill introduced by state lawmakers aims to reduce Hawaii’s pedestrian fatalities, and if passed, will change the way people...
Sleep should be a priority, not an option
Frances Nicole Tabios, Reporter
February 10, 2016
Filed under Opinions
Many teens struggle with sleep deprivation due to homework assignments and projects, part-time jobs, extracurricular activities or simply spending too much time on the Internet. Getting enough sleep each day, however, is essential as food for the brain and body. With adequate sleep, the body has time...
Stricter gun restrictions necessary for safety of all Americans
Celine Isabelle Arnobit, Reporter
January 28, 2016
Filed under Opinions
Mass shootings are no longer uncommon, and it’s a frightening fact that American citizens now face such occurrences too often. In 2015, over 350 mass shootings in the United States took place, killing scores of people. The most recent shootings occurred in San Bernadino, Calif. and Savannah, ...
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