Month: August 2023

10 things you need to know today: July 30, 2023

1 Federal judge dismisses Trump lawsuit against CNN A federal judge on Friday dismissed a $475 million lawsuit against CNN from former President Donald Trump. The lawsuit claimed that the network had defamed the former president by referring to his false claims about the 2020 presidential election as a “big lie,” which Trump alleged created…

Hawaii reportedly downplayed threat of wildfires for years prior to Maui blaze

Hawaiian officials reportedly downplayed the threat of wildfires for years prior to the deadly blaze on the island of Maui last week, as records show a history of underfunding and lack of planning that may have contributed to the devastation.  Investigations from CNN and The Wall Street Journal found that Hawaii had dismissed wildfires as an event that…

6 bright and breezy homes for outdoor entertaining

Honolulu, Hawaii A wall of glass doors in this Hawaiian Modernist home opens to a wraparound lanai with hot tub, shower, dining area, and Pacific Ocean views. Built in 1956 and recently renovated, the four-bedroom A-frame has lava-rock walls, hardwood floors, and a vaulted living space flowing into a dining room, lounge alcove, and updated…

As Ukrainians slog through minefields, what they need most is time

Perseverance Europe As Ukrainians slog through minefields, what they need most is time | View caption Hide caption In the best of circumstances – without the burden of enemy artillery and airstrikes – advancing through minefields is time-consuming for armies. As Ukraine struggles to expel Russia, it hopes not to exhaust its allies’ patience. The…