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Pearl Harbor Hero Recognized 76 years After Saving 6 From Sinking USS Arizona

Pearl Harbor Hero Recognized 76 years After Saving 6 From Sinking USS Arizona
Joe George is credited with saving at least six sailors aboard USS Arizona as it was sinking after being struck several times by Japanese planes.  (U.S. Navy) WASHINGTON –  An American hero is finally getting recognition 76 years after the Japanese surprise attack on Pearl Harbor. Ahead of Thursday’s anniversary, the secretary of the U.S.…
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The Hunt for the Missing Hawaiian Crown Jewels

The Hunt for the Missing Hawaiian Crown Jewels
The people of Hawaii were not happy. King Kalakaua had reigned for eight years, but all it took was one trip around the world for him to decide that he needed a European-style coronation complete with all the pomp and circumstance otherwise known as no expense spared that the celebration would entail. This ceremony, naturally,…
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Honolulu Bans Texting While Walking Across the Street

Honolulu Bans Texting While Walking Across the Street
Looking at your smartphone while crossing the street could result in serious injury. But in Honolulu, it will definitely get you fined if you're caught. Under a new ban signed into law last week -- and set to take effect in October -- anyone nabbed crossing a street or highway while viewing a mobile electronic…
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