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World Faces Rise of New HIV/AIDS Infections as US Slashes Funding

“Without HIV therapy, people get opportunistic infections. They get certain cancers and they die.” — Dr. Richard Sutton, Professor of Medicine, Infectious Diseases, and of Microbial Pathogenesis at the Yale School of Medicine.

Trump Encourages Disinformation by Claiming Mexico is Governed by Cartels

Cartels and drug lords have overtaken Mexico's system of governance, claimed President Donald Trump in unsubstantiated remarks.

In Latin America, Trump Backs Transactions Over Alliances

In the three weeks of his second term, President Trump has given more attention to Latin America than most of his predecessors in the last 30 years. 

UC Berkeley Gaza Protest Encampment Echoes Past Movements

As the fate of Palestinians remains uncertain, UC Berkeley students are reiterating their protests against Israel’s war in Gaza.

Latinos Disproportionately Hit By Trump Deportations

As Trump’s second administration realizes its promises of mass deportation, nonwhite and especially Latino immigrants are bearing the brunt.

Kamala Harris Persisted: and So Must We!

Former Vice President Kamala Harris has inspired many young women to become more politically engaged.

HHS Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr., Will Be a Disaster for Public Health, Predict Experts

Critics believe Kennedy is unfit to serve as Health and Human Services Secretary, because he could gut funding for public health research.

What Does Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Order Mean for Immigrants?

The three weeks since President Trump’s inauguration has brought a near-daily slurry of executive orders — including one ending birthright citizenship.

Fremont City Council Passes Measure Criminalizing Homelessness

On a 6-1 vote, the Fremont City Council Feb. 11 declared homelessness a misdemeanor crime, punishable by up to 6 months in jail and a $1000 fine.

Kendrick Lamar’s Halftime Show: A Wake-Up Call to America?

When rapper Kendrick Lamar took the stage at Super Bowl LIX, where the Philadelphia Eagles dominated the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22, fans expected an electrifying performance from one of hip-hop’s most celebrated artists.

As ICE Sightings Flood Social Media, Immigration Advocates Push for Accuracy

As reports of alleged U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) sightings flood social media and new interactive mapping platforms, immigrant rights advocates are urging people to verify claims before posting. 

CA Leaders Vow to Protect Health Care ‘Regardless of Who’s in the White House’

“As California goes, so goes the nation,” said state Attorney General Rob Bonta — and in the face of federal funding cuts, that goes for health care too.

Orbán’s Hungary a ‘Glaring Red Flag’ for Trump’s America

Hungary, long a bastion of right-wing fever dreams and the inspiration for Trump’s own playbook, paints a bleak portrait of a future America under Trump.

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