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Mayoral candidate: Sarah Elder
There’s almost a 50 per cent chance that you don’t yet know who you’ll cast your ballot for in the upcoming Calgary mayoral election. If that’s because you’re unsure, unimpressed by the options or still deciding, I want you to know there is another choice: Me. Read More
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Keenan: It’s more than video games, guys
In the wake of recent assassinations and mass shootings, none other than United States Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has reopened the old “video games cause violence” issue. In a PBS Newshour interview on Sept. 9, Kennedy said “we’re having mass shootings every 23 hours,” then went on to blame…
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Should you be gluten-free if you don’t have celiac disease?
(NewsNation) — Gluten-free diets have surged in popularity in recent years, even among people who don’t have an intolerance to gluten. Gluten is a protein found in grains, including wheat, barley, rye and triticale (a cross between wheat and rye). People who have celiac disease cannot tolerate gluten at all and must follow a strict…
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Peanut allergies may be prevented, new research finds
(NewsNation) — New research out of Northwestern University suggests there may be a way to prevent peanut allergies in children. According to the National Institutes of Health, nearly 0.5% of kids around the world had a peanut allergy in 1997. Numbers have skyrocketed since then, with 2% of children being allergic to peanuts. Old guidance…
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Hawaii Volleyball is swept by Cal Poly to open up 2-match homestand
The Rainbow Wahine were back at home on Friday for their 1st of 2 straight home matches. Hawaii (2-2 in Big West) hosted Cal Poly (3-2 in Big West). Set 1: Cal Poly Wins (25-20) Hawaii had 5 service errors in the set. UH trailed 21-20 but Cal Poly went on a 4-0 run to…
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The government shut down isn’t closing Diamond Head
HONOLULU (KHON2) — While many national parks across the United States are closed during the federal government shutdown, Diamond Head State Monument remains open seven days a week. Managed by the state of Hawaiʻi, the site continues to welcome residents and visitors who want to experience one of Oʻahu’s most iconic and historic landmarks. Shutdown…
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Diamond Bakery celebrates 104th anniversary
HONOLULU (KHON2) — After over a century serving the people of Hawaii, Diamond Bakery celebrated its success with the community. On Friday, Oct. 10, Diamond Bakery celebrated its 104th anniversary, with employees and customers flocking to the Kalihi factory for complimentary treats, special giveaways, vendor sampling and the unveiling of new influencer packaging collaborations. The…
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Local businesses brace for uncertain future as federal government shutdown continues
HONOLULU (KHON2) — About 19 percent of Hawaii’s population is active duty military, their dependents or a federal worker. With the government shutdown continuing, businesses are bracing for an uncertain future. It’s Aloha Friday lunch time at Ruby Tuesday Moanalua. It’s busy, but there are a few empty seats. And they’re expecting it to get…
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Sonny Bradley’s new koa canoe carries culture and tradition
HONOLULU (KHON2) – It has been almost 35 years since a koa canoe won first place in the Molokaʻi Hoe. From roots to racing: Team Bradley races koa That could change this weekend as Team Shell Vaʻa of Tahiti prepares to race in a new koa canoe built by master canoe maker Sonny Bradley. Bradley’s…