HI 5 CLAIMS 70% REDEMPTION RATE: At the recycling and redemption site at the corner of 21st and Waialae avenues yesterday, Kreston Opunui hoisted bags of collected cans and bottles onto a truck to be taken away.
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Low-fat diet debunked
A 10-year study of women finds no significant benefits to prevent disease.
70% of HI-5 containers redeemed, state says
Hawaii sees a rise in recycling.
in Features
Chocolate: Go with the Flow
Chocolate fountains have been down-sized, to offer a rich and indulgent experience right at home.
in Sports
Chambers, Sharper differ
Ironically, the receiver thinks Jackson's push-off was a penalty and the DB thinks it was OK.
in Business
The nature of tourism
A local visitor-publication company is selling a calendar that will benefit environmental groups.
in Editorial
Public housing tenants need help from eviction
A woman and her daughter facing eviction from public housing are receiving help from a private company.
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