Mexico's Indigenous Peoples (IPs) face big health problems. The government has tried to help. They use an intercultural approach. This means they consider the culture of IPs when making health plans. But this approach has a flaw. It focuses too much on culture. It ignores the real reasons for health
In Minnesota, regular folks are stepping up to keep an eye on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. This surge in volunteers happened after a local woman, Renee Good, was shot and killed by an ICE agent. Fabiola, a mom and business owner, is one of those who decided to get involved, even
Family gatherings can be tense when politics come up. A recent encounter with a father-in-law, a conservative Army veteran, sparked a potential debate about immigration. The writer, a liberal professor, wondered if their differing views would lead to a heated argument or a meaningful discussion. Ma
Recently, a huge amount of federal money for mental health services was almost cut off. Then, it was put back. This back-and-forth shows a big problem: mental health care is not being treated as important as it should be. The money that was at risk pays for important things. It helps kids and famil
In the heart of the country, small private colleges are doing big things. They're not just places for learning; they're lifelines for rural towns. These colleges bring in money, create jobs, and help local businesses grow. They also give back to the community through volunteer work and cultural even
A tense standoff unfolded in Minneapolis after a fatal shooting involving a Border Patrol agent. State investigators from the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) found themselves locked out of the crime scene. Federal agents from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) refused them ent
Charli XCX, the British pop sensation, is making a bold move from music to movies. At the Sundance Film Festival, she's showing off her acting skills in not one, but three films. The biggest one is "The Moment, " a comedy about her life during her super-famous "brat" phase. In the movie, she plays h
In the scorching heat of the Australian Open, Jannik Sinner found himself in a tight spot. He was up against Eliott Spizzirri, and things were not looking good. Sinner was struggling, his body giving in to the intense heat. But then, something unexpected happened. The roof at Rod Laver Arena closed,
Money from the federal government is coming to Illinois to help out with some important projects. One of these is a new admin building for the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation. This is big news for the community, as it will provide a central place for government work. The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nati
In Minneapolis, tensions are high after reports of a shooting involving federal law enforcement. Authorities are still looking into what happened. People are being told to stay calm and avoid the area near 26th Street W and Nicollet Avenue. Governor Tim Walz has had enough. He wants the Trump admin
