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Forbes
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Inside Look: Romer House Waikiki Review
L ocated in the heart of Honolulu's busiest district, Romer House Waikiki is a stylish urban retreat for visitors and locals alike. As the first adults-only hotel on Oahu, it welcomes guests with its elevated mid-century design and locally inspired amenities, as well as a slew of insider-y events and experiences. While not directly oceanside, the property is a short walk to the beach and around the corner from the myriad shops and dining options of the International Market Place. I checked in recently with my mom, and we appreciated its warm ambiance, walkable location and delightful restaurant, 855-Aloha. Read my full review below. Exterior of Romer House Waikiki. Romer House Waikiki Who Will Love It: Couples, friend groups and solo adult travelers who want a stylish and affordable base in central Waikiki All-Star Amenities: Heated pool and lounge; wellness sessions; complimentary daily guest programming What Not To Miss: Cocktails at The Lei Stand; Hawaiian-influenced dining at 855-Aloha; floating sound baths and hula happy hour Ages: Adults only (18 and older) Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Romer House Waikiki features tasteful mid-century design with visual nods to surfing and island culture. Spaces filled with native landscaping provide the feeling of a chic Waikiki apartment, while a mini art gallery by the lobby, Romer Artspace, displays rotating works from local artists curated by the hotel's 'Mayor of the Block,' Ramona Sidlo, who serves as the director of experiential marketing and the property's go-to person for local culture. There are themed late-night DJ sessions from Thursday to Sunday, and guests get priority reservations at cocktail bar The Lei Stand as well as exclusive 'Key to the Neighborhood' perks using their room key. These include discounts on everything from local car rentals to yoga classes. The Lei Stand at Romer House Waikiki. Brooke Fitts The hotel features an on-site heated wading pool, which is compact and better suited for hanging out while enjoying poke and a sundowner on one of the reservable daybeds or relaxed sling deck chairs. An outdoor space is used to host special events like evening comedy shows as well as floating sound baths and wellness classes like Beach Bums (and Abs). Although the property feels streamlined in certain ways—it doesn't have an on-site spa or gym—it makes up for it with complimentary services like beach gear and bike rentals as well as access to nearby health club Fit Waikiki. Romer House Waikiki has 179 rooms and suites, many with a balcony, that face the street and city or look out over the pool and buildings behind the hotel. We stayed in a 506-square-foot Junior Suite Two Queens room, which felt spacious and featured extra seating and a private lanai; I was surprised to learn it can sleep up to six people thanks to a sofa bed. Given the property's urban location, take note that street-facing rooms can be noisy. A Junior Two Queens Suite at Romer House Waikiki. Romer House Waikiki The room was decorated with local photography, woven textiles in muted tones and artful wood-framed mirrors. The wide, breezy lanai was a great spot to unwind during downtime and take in Honolulu's city lights at dusk. Food And Beverage The property's main restaurant, 855-Aloha, takes its name from a reference to the island's payphone number. Its menu features Japanese-, Korean- and Hawaiian-influenced dishes like mapo yakko, sizzling prime beef galbi and kampachi ceviche alongside a well-curated collection of cocktails, sake, wine and spirits. Dishes are meant to be shared, which is great because everything I tried was excellent—so much so that I dined there multiple times, even with the variety of delicious eateries nearby. If you're dining solo, the restaurant offers you the option of a complimentary glass of bubbly or an Aloha Spoon (a perfect hors d'oeuvre consisting of uni, ikura, quail egg, shiso and ponzu)—a welcoming touch. The dining room at 855-Aloha. Romer House Waikiki In the mornings the restaurant transitions to a breakfast spot where you can order coffee, fresh juice blends and classics like the Hawaiian favorite loco moco and a spam-and-fried-egg sandwich. Just across the lobby is the newly opened The Lei Stand, a revived former beloved Chinatown lounge that offers inventive cocktails and bites like smashburgers and house hurricane fries (it wasn't fully open yet during my stay). The Backyard is the outdoor eatery and lounge by the pool serving everything from tiki drinks and build-your-own spirit-free spritzes to all-day snacks and small plates. What To Do In The Area Although it's not directly on the beach, Romer House Waikiki is just a short 10-minute walk to the shore. It's centrally located by the shops and restaurants of the International Market Place and Royal Hawaiian Center. It's also right around the corner from Marugame Udon (beloved for its handcrafted udon and tempura) and steps away from poke shop Maguro Spot and underground Asian food hall Stix. If you're looking to hike Diamond Head or visit Manoa Falls, you can rent a car or use any of the widely available rideshare options. How To Get There Romer House is in the Waikiki Beach area of Honolulu, Oahu. It's about a 15-minute drive from the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL).
The Irish Sun
10-06-2025
- The Irish Sun
Dramatic moment drug dealer leads cops on high-speed chase through posh estate – before officers smash his windows in
THIS is the dramatic moment a drug dealer raced ahead of cops in a high-speed chase before being cornered by officers. Connor Darwent, 27, led police on a terrifying Advertisement 4 The high-speed chase took officers through an historic manor Credit: SWNS 4 Connor Darwent, 27, was arrested after a five-mile police chase Credit: SWNS 4 The arrest is part of a county-wide crackdown on drugs in Lincolnshire Credit: SWNS The Police body camera footage shows the dramatic moment Darwent sped away from the police block, prompting other cops to chase after him. Despite having his tyres shredded by a police stinger, Darwent reached After breaking off from the tarmac, the drug dealer took the chase onto the historic grounds of the 17th century manor Doddington Hall. Advertisement Read more News He can be seen careering down a dirt track, with cops appearing to ask if they could engage in "tactical content" before Darwent returned to the main road. Reaching the end of the rugged path, Darwent swings a hard right turn - taking him and officers into a large field of crops. Here, however, the advantage turned to the police, as the chasing officers managed to ram and immobilise the drug dealer's car, bringing them to a screeching halt. Then, the two officers can be seen quickly jumping out of their vehicles to arrest Darwent and the other male in his vehicle. Advertisement Most read in The Sun Live Blog They can be seen smashing in the windows of the drug dealer's car, forcing them to show their hands as backup arrives. The two officers then drag Darwent and the other man out onto the ground to be arrested. Ex-Arsenal starlet jailed over plot to smuggle £600k of cannabis into UK Following the incredible police chase on May 24, 2022, Darwent admitted conspiracy to supply class A drugs and dangerous driving. He was jailed for two-and-a-half years on Thursday, June 5. Advertisement Darwent was a courier who made regular journeys between Coventry and Skegness to reload the lucrative "Abs line". Police say the Three other members of the group were also sentenced after admitting conspiracy to supply class A drugs. Kirsty Reilly, 32, drove drugs from Coventry to Skegness and was jailed for three years. Advertisement Sarah Makey, 47, received a 21-month sentence, suspended for 18 months, and was ordered to do 80 hours of unpaid work. Her husband Nathan, 48, dealt drugs and sent out marketing messages on his phone on behalf of the holder of the Abs line - Alistair Renwick. Renwick was jailed for nine years in April while Makey will be sentenced in August. Liam Tomkins, 25, was jailed for three-and-a-half years in his absence after failing to appear at court. Advertisement 4 A number of drug dealers linked to the "Abs line" have been sentenced Credit: SWNS The arrests are part of a satisfying conclusion to a major operation launched by Lincolnshire Police. In an attempt to crackdown on organised crime, the police unit launched an operation to tackle eight separate drug lines that had brought crack cocaine and heroine into the More than 70 people have been arrested since the operation was launched in September 2022 - with a cumulative prison sentence of more than 120 years. Advertisement Detective Inspector Will Tharby, of the Serious and Organised Crime Unit, said: "Drug dealing reaches far beyond those directly involved in the exchange of money for drugs. "Its ripple effects fuel antisocial behaviour, robbery, burglary, and violence-not just among those entrenched in the drug trade, but across entire communities. "Families, neighbours, and local businesses all feel the weight of "We've dismantled a thoroughly harmful operation, taken drugs off the streets, and sent a clear message - criminal networks will not thrive in Lincolnshire's communities." Advertisement
Scottish Sun
10-06-2025
- Scottish Sun
Dramatic moment drug dealer leads cops on high-speed chase through posh estate – before officers smash his windows in
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THIS is the dramatic moment a drug dealer raced ahead of cops in a high-speed chase before being cornered by officers. Connor Darwent, 27, led police on a terrifying five-mile pursuit after speeding away from officers and making his way across a historic country estate. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 The high-speed chase took officers through an historic manor Credit: SWNS 4 Connor Darwent, 27, was arrested after a five-mile police chase Credit: SWNS 4 The arrest is part of a county-wide crackdown on drugs in Lincolnshire Credit: SWNS The drug dealer had been stopped while driving on the A46 towards Lincoln in his powerful BMW 1 Series by cops as he was wanted on suspicion of supplying class A drugs. Police body camera footage shows the dramatic moment Darwent sped away from the police block, prompting other cops to chase after him. Despite having his tyres shredded by a police stinger, Darwent reached blistering speeds racing his BMW down the main road, in hot pursuit of officers. After breaking off from the tarmac, the drug dealer took the chase onto the historic grounds of the 17th century manor Doddington Hall. He can be seen careering down a dirt track, with cops appearing to ask if they could engage in "tactical content" before Darwent returned to the main road. Reaching the end of the rugged path, Darwent swings a hard right turn - taking him and officers into a large field of crops. Here, however, the advantage turned to the police, as the chasing officers managed to ram and immobilise the drug dealer's car, bringing them to a screeching halt. Then, the two officers can be seen quickly jumping out of their vehicles to arrest Darwent and the other male in his vehicle. They can be seen smashing in the windows of the drug dealer's car, forcing them to show their hands as backup arrives. The two officers then drag Darwent and the other man out onto the ground to be arrested. Ex-Arsenal starlet jailed over plot to smuggle £600k of cannabis into UK Following the incredible police chase on May 24, 2022, Darwent admitted conspiracy to supply class A drugs and dangerous driving. He was jailed for two-and-a-half years on Thursday, June 5. Darwent was a courier who made regular journeys between Coventry and Skegness to reload the lucrative "Abs line". Police say the drug line was worth up to £252,000 to the gang, who supplied around 5.8kg of cocaine to dealers and users. Three other members of the group were also sentenced after admitting conspiracy to supply class A drugs. Kirsty Reilly, 32, drove drugs from Coventry to Skegness and was jailed for three years. Sarah Makey, 47, received a 21-month sentence, suspended for 18 months, and was ordered to do 80 hours of unpaid work. Her husband Nathan, 48, dealt drugs and sent out marketing messages on his phone on behalf of the holder of the Abs line - Alistair Renwick. Renwick was jailed for nine years in April while Makey will be sentenced in August. Liam Tomkins, 25, was jailed for three-and-a-half years in his absence after failing to appear at court. 4 A number of drug dealers linked to the "Abs line" have been sentenced Credit: SWNS The arrests are part of a satisfying conclusion to a major operation launched by Lincolnshire Police. In an attempt to crackdown on organised crime, the police unit launched an operation to tackle eight separate drug lines that had brought crack cocaine and heroine into the county's coastal towns. More than 70 people have been arrested since the operation was launched in September 2022 - with a cumulative prison sentence of more than 120 years. Detective Inspector Will Tharby, of the Serious and Organised Crime Unit, said: "Drug dealing reaches far beyond those directly involved in the exchange of money for drugs. "Its ripple effects fuel antisocial behaviour, robbery, burglary, and violence-not just among those entrenched in the drug trade, but across entire communities. "Families, neighbours, and local businesses all feel the weight of drug-related crime, facing its disruptive and often devastating consequences. "We've dismantled a thoroughly harmful operation, taken drugs off the streets, and sent a clear message - criminal networks will not thrive in Lincolnshire's communities."
BBC News
25-03-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
#Merky Books winner wants to write for 'next gen of black boys'
When Abaka Debrah thinks about the future, he has one big mission in mind."I want to write for the next generation of young black boys," he new novel Where Geezers Call Home is partly inspired by the UK riots last year, while also drawing on his own experiences of moving to the UK from Ghana aged book has just won the New Writers' Prize on Stormzy's #Merky Books label, with the story catching the attention of the judges, including the rapper himself. They described the story as "a thrilling and shocking dystopian exploration of the complexities of race and identity, trust, and rebellion in modern British culture".This year there were over 700 submissions, with the contest - launched by Stormzy six years ago - aiming to increase access to the publishing industry for a wider range of voices. 'Being British can feel like an ongoing battle' Known as Abs to his friends, 25-year-old Abaka's story shows a future where race riots lead to the United Nations (UN) taking over the UK government."It's set in this alternative world where the UN steps in to implement strict laws where everyone has to be equal," he says, describing it as a "wacky little story".But that doesn't take away from some of the serious themes in the book, such as race relations in the UK."I love the UK but you also realise there's a lot we need to do to not be oblivious of cracks and divides," Abs thinks there's a danger too many people sweep these issues under the rug."There's this idea that everything is great in the UK and we all get along," he says. The book draws on Abs' childhood, with main character Xavier being relocated to Essex, where the author also moved as a also incorporates some of his ideas of a more complicated identity, which he's worked into his spoken word poetry."I'm from Ghana and I've lived here most of my life. What it means to be British is this ongoing battle," Abs says."The UK is my home and I love the UK but I thinks sometimes for a lot of people who contribute a lot to this society they wonder if this place is really home."Or if it's just an Airbnb they're passing through." Abs hopes his book will help to inspire the next generation of writers, saying he didn't get the chance to read many authors like him in school."It brings out representation and support for people not seen in traditional publishing."There's so many great writers from marginalised communities not represented," he he does feel there has been progress in the types of stories being told about minority winners of #Merky Books prizes have included stories from Sufiyaan Salam, junior doctor William Rayfet Hunter, Hafsa Zayyan, author of We Are All Birds of Uganda, and Zadie Smith and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie."We're seeing a lot more media now about black love and black joy, instead of just black pain," Abs adds. Listen to Newsbeat live at 12:45 and 17:45 weekdays - or listen back here.
Saba Yemen
28-01-2025
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Cultural evenings, events in Hajjah on anniversary of martyred leader
Hajjah - Saba: Today, cultural evenings were organized in the squares of Abs, Martyr Abu Hamza Al-Kuhlani, and Martyr Al-Atmi in the center of Hajjah Governorate on the anniversary of the martyred leader, Sayyed Hussein Badr Al-Din Al-Houthi. In the same context, the sons of the Al-Shana square in the Al-Thulth district in the Kaidna directorate organized a cultural event to commemorate the anniversary of the martyred leader. The speeches stressed the importance of commemorating the anniversary of the martyr leader; considering it a Quranic school that is motivated by the reality of responsibility, challenges, and dangers that threaten and ravage the nation to launch its Quranic project with full confidence and faith, and trust in God in confronting the projects of global hegemony and arrogance. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print more of (Local)
