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California Officials delay sweeping Medi-Cal changes until 2027
New work requirements, eligibility checks and immigration rules take effect through 2028 The California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) confirmed this week that a wave of federal and state changes to Medi-Cal, the state’s Medicaid program, will begin rolling out in January 2027, after the 2026–27 state budget pushed back several implementation dates…
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Trump expands public charge rule for green card applicants
The measure is raising concerns among immigrant families over healthcare, food assistance and permanent residency. The Donald Trump administration will once again expand the scope of the so-called “public charge” rule starting September 18, 2026. The measure changes how immigration authorities will evaluate certain applications for permanent residency, commonly known as green cards, allowing…
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Ancient knowledge shapes Amazon’s future
Dr. Rosa Vásquez Espinoza urges Indigenous-led conservation before irreversible ecological tipping points As the Amazon rainforest approaches ecological tipping points driven by deforestation, mining, biodiversity loss and climate change, scientists are increasingly recognizing that some of the most valuable solutions may already exist. During an American Community Media briefing, Peruvian chemical biologist, National Geographic…
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GLP-1 boom raises new questions
Experts weigh long-term risks, access barriers, and pediatric concerns over obesity drugs. Nearly 29 million Americans are currently taking GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound, transforming obesity and Type 2 diabetes treatment. But as prescriptions continue to rise, medical experts say critical questions remain about how long patients should stay on…
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Climate silence grows as extreme weather intensifies worldwide
Scientists urge stronger climate communication as communities face worsening disasters and shrinking political attention worldwide. As extreme heat scorches Europe, wildfire smoke spreads across North America and meteorologists warn that a powerful El Niño could reshape weather patterns across the globe, climate experts say one troubling trend has received far less attention: public conversation…
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Experts warn Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak is escalating as armed conflict deepens the public health crisis in Central Africa
The rapid spread of the Bundibugyo strain across the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, the absence of a vaccine, widespread misinformation, and the impact of armed conflict were the focus of a briefing hosted by American Community Media. The ongoing Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo strain in the Democratic Republic of…
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Colombia’s presidential runoff could reshape the future of democracy in Latin America
As Colombians prepare to vote on June 21, experts warn that the outcome could influence regional stability, migration, human rights and democratic governance far beyond the country’s borders. On June 21, Colombians will return to the polls for a presidential runoff that observers describe as one of the most consequential elections in the country’s…
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New Immigration Policy Sparks Uncertainty for Thousands Seeking Green Cards
A recently issued policy memo from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has raised concerns among immigrant communities, legal experts, and employers across the country. The directive, released on May 22, suggests that immigrants seeking permanent residency through Adjustment of Status may be required to complete the process from their home countries rather than…
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World Cup 2026 will test the United States’ preparedness
As millions prepare to arrive, experts raise concerns about immigration policies, civil rights protections, worker safeguards, and community impacts. With the countdown underway for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the United States is preparing to host the largest sporting event ever staged. Spread across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, the tournament is expected…
