The Conversation: Oil prices; ADHD medication shortage

By Catherine Cruz

Published March 2, 2026 at 10:48 AM HST

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Hawaiʻi economist Carl Bonham discusses how the rise in global oil prices after U.S. military strikes on Iran may affect Hawaiʻi energy costs | Full Story
Hawaiʻi Business Magazine's Ryann Coules reports on a new tax incentive for kidney donors meant to spur organ donation | Full Story
HPR's Cassie Ordonio reports on what's causing a shortage of ADHD medication | Full Story
Honolulu Star-Advertiser's Allison Schaefers reports on the $7 billion proposal to overhaul Hawaiʻi's airports | Full Story
HPR's Catherine Cluett Pactol captures the artistry of hand-shaped cowboy hats | Full Story

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