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‘The Absolute Worst’ — Burmese TPS Holders Grapple With Threat of Deportation

For Mya, who is in her mid-50s, her return to Burma (also known as Myanmar) would not just mean a loss of freedom but a possible, even likely death sentence.

The ‘Levodopa Paradox’ — How One Family is Navigating Parkinson’s

For four decades, U Kyi Wong was defined by his sharp intellect and unyielding persistence. Then came a Parkinson's diagnosis.

An Economic and Emotional Marathon: Dementia Caregiving in Today’s America

According to recent data from AARP, caregiving has transitioned from a temporary family duty into a multi-year "marathon."

Rohingya Refugee’s Death Reveals a System in Crisis

The death of Nurul Shah Alam, a 56-year-old Rohingya refugee, has ignited a firestorm of grief and demands for accountability across the United States.

Reverdeciendo las colinas: Dos monjes birmanos dedican 34 años a construir un santuario esmeralda en Azusa

A lo largo del soleado tramo de Ranch Road, la entrada de hormigón del Monasterio Azusa Brahma Vihara de la Asociación Budista Progresista suele alcanzar los 27 °C.

On the Pala Reservation, Indigenous Wisdom Unifies Ethnic Media

Amid the rolling hills of North County, a recent gathering signaled a shift in how ethnic and Indigenous stories are told in the Southwest. 

Through the Storm — Buddhist Monks Approach End of ‘Walk for Peace’

The "Walk for Peace 2025" has now surpassed its 90th day, leaving the group of Buddhist monks just 10 days away from Washington DC.

Greening the Foothills: Two Burmese Monks Spend 34 Years Building an Emerald Sanctuary in Azusa

Two Burmese monks transform a barren Azusa hillside into a sacred, cooling forest through decades of devotion, patience, and environmental care.

The Power of a Click: Digital Literacy Is a Necessary Tool for Healthy Aging

With digital literacy a necessity for healthy aging, minority and low-income senior communities face a persistent digital divide.

US Burmese Condemn Decision Ending TPS Status for Myanmar

Community leaders say the ruling will force thousands to return to a country still mire in war and where political dissent is met with torture and prison.

Residents Dream of Safe, Multi-Use Parks in Reseda and Pacoima

Swe Swe Aye | Myanmar Gazette In low-income neighborhoods across Los Angeles County, the dream of a safe, high-quality local park remains just that, a dream.

Karen People Fight for Recognition, Celebrate Culture in California’s Capitol

For California’s Karen people, an annual Martyrs’ Day gathering is a reminder of the support they are still fighting for.

LA’s AAPI Community Calls for Stop to ICE Raids

As immigration raids in America’s second-largest city stoke fear even among legal residents, Asian Americans citywide are calling for an immediate halt.

Utica’s Karen Community Grieve, Demand Justice in Wake of Fatal Police Shooting

Members of the Karen community are demanding justice following the police killing of 13-year-old Nyah Mway by Utica police.

Voters Confront Flood of AI Misinformation Ahead of Nov. 3 Midterms

Voters are facing a flood of AI generated misinformation this election cycle even as growing numbers rely on the tech to explain their choices.
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Who Gets the Last Word? Election Disinformation in Immigrant Communities

Election disinformation is spreading through immigrant communities via social media, AI-generated content and trusted networks. Experts examine deepfakes, misleading voting information and ways communities can identify false content.

Can Prop. 1 Fix California’s Deepening Housing Crisis?

Supporters say the $11.25 billion bond measure will help build homes for lower-income families, but would not resolve the state’s housing crisis on its own.

Ahead of the Midterms, Native Voters Face Major Barriers to the Ballot

Most Native American voters have never been contacted by a political campaign, while casting a ballot costs more time and money than any other group.