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Heart Health Boost: A Virtual Journey for African Immigrants

March 4, 2025

Heart health issues are a big problem for African immigrants living in the US. This is a well-known fact. But what if there was a way to improve their heart health through lifestyle changes? This is where a recent study comes in. The study focused on a virtual program designed to boost cardiometabo

health

Can Movies Change How We Parent?

February 27, 2025

In Thailand, a unique experiment took place. It involved showing movies to migrant and displaced caregivers from Myanmar. The goal? To see if these films could make a difference in how these caregivers treated their children and how they parented. The idea here is simple. If we can find a way to re

health

Time Spent Around TB Cases: A Hidden Risk for Immigrants

February 26, 2025

Tuberculosis (TB) is a sneaky disease that can hide in the body for years. This study looked at how much time people spend around someone with TB can affect their chances of getting a hidden TB infection. The study took place over 30 months in Catalonia, Spain. Researchers checked for hidden TB infe

politics

Vance's Controversial Stance at CPAC

February 26, 2025

At the recent CPAC gathering, Vice President JD Vance sparked controversy with his views on migration and foreign policy. He labeled unchecked migration as the top threat to the U. S. and Europe. He argued that leaders in the West are allowing millions of unchecked migrants into their countries. Thi

science

NIH's Slow Recovery: What's Next for Research Funding?

February 25, 2025

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is gradually returning to its regular operations. The Center for Scientific Review has resumed reviewing grants, which is crucial because it oversees many academic research grants, fellowships, and small business grants. However, there's a hiccup: the advisory

politics

Guantánamo's Quick Turnaround: Migrants Sent and Sent Back

February 21, 2025

Guantánamo Bay, Cuba, saw a sudden influx and then a swift departure of Venezuelan migrants. The Trump administration had a brief stint of using the U. S. military base as a holding area for migrants. This was a surprise move, as it was only a few weeks ago that the administration decided to use the

crime

LATIN AMERICA'S MOST DANGEROUS GANGS

February 20, 2025

There are eight dangerous criminal groups in Latin America that have been labeled as terrorist organizations by the United States. These groups are known for their involvement in drug trafficking, migrant smuggling, and violence. The U. S. government has taken a strong stance against these groups, d

crime

Bicyclist's Life Cut Short in Bronx Crash

February 19, 2025

A driver is now facing serious charges for a hit-and-run that took the life of a young man from Guinea. The incident happened a year ago in the Bronx. The driver, Edward Montero, was recently arrested and charged with manslaughter and leaving the scene of an accident. He pleaded not guilty and is cu

education

Finding Purpose: How Young Migrants in China Make Sense of Their Lives

February 18, 2025

Migrant children in China face a unique challenge: finding meaning in their lives amidst constant change. This isn't just about having fun or passing time; it's about their mental well-being. Most studies on this topic focus on individual factors, like how much money they have or how well they're d

education

Little Linguists: The Struggle of Russian and Ukrainian Kids Learning Turkish

February 15, 2025

Imagine moving to a new country where you don't speak the language. That's the reality for many kids from Russia and Ukraine who moved to Turkey. These kids, aged 4-5, are facing big challenges learning Turkish. They make mistakes in how they say words, how they put sentences together, and more.