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Mexican Miners Strike for LifeMexico's Congress found this week that Mexico's largest mining company is to blame for a deadly explosion in a Mexican coal pit last year. Miners in Cananea hope the ruling will help them get dangerous mine dust cleared from their work sites.
Academic McCarthyism Threatens DemocracyIf Americans can't abide their own Constitution, maybe they should rethink its usefulness. The tepid response to recent censures within academia speak to the need to raise the volume about the now disappearing right that once made the United States the envy of the world: freedom to dissent.
Philippine Government Goes GreenPhilippine President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo announced her government’s efforts to tap the Philippines’ vast geothermal resources, reports the California Journal for Filipino Americans.
Congress Quietly Approves Billions More for Iraq WarIt is costly for America to continue its military occupation of Iraq, but, before $9 billion more dollars could be drawn down, the federal debt ceiling had to be raised, inching closer to the $10 trillion mark.
Musharraf - Wolf in Sheep's Clothing?Parvez Musharraf has been re-elected President of Pakistan in a onesided vote most of the opposition boycotted. The Supreme Court is still to rule on the legality of his candidacy itself. What does this mean for the future of Pakistan?
The Making of a Climate MovementPublic awareness of the climate crisis has grown enormously in the United States over the past two years, but the government's response lags far behind. Now, however, Washington's sluggish pace is calling forth a surge of activism aimed at persuading the next President and Congress to be far bolder--to advocate and deliver solutions as big as the problem.
Legal Latino Immigrants Leaving Colorado"Anecdotal evidence" shows legal immigrants are leaving the state due to immigration reforms passed in Colorado last year, said Gov. Bill Ritter in La Opinión.
Bhutto Gives Musharraf Kiss of LifeA day after Pakistan’s president and army chief General Pervez Musharraf and former prime minister and leader of the opposition Benazir Bhutto reached an accord that includes power-sharing between the two and amnesty for Bhutto, clearing the way for her to return to Pakistan for parliamentary elections at the end of the year, the country’s Supreme Court rejected an opposition attempt to delay today’s presidential election.
Pakistan: A Primer on This Weekend's ElectionThere will only be about a thousand people voting in Pakistan’s much anticipated presidential election this Saturday. Since most of the electors are from Gen. Pervez Musharraf’s ruling coalition, the odds that he will not be re-elected are roughly the same as the chance that he will be struck by a meteor between now and then.
Jena Six DA’s Odious Op-EdOne editorial team scours Reed Walters's op-ed in The New York Times. But unlike Walters, who could find no charges against Jena's noose-hangers in the Louisiana criminal code, The Black Star News comes across damning indictments of the Jena Six DA in his own words.
Asian Indians Approaching 2.5 Million in U.S.The Asian Indian population in the United States is about to hit 2.5 million, reports India West quoting data released by the U.S. Census Bureau.
South Africa: Worse Now Than Under Apartheid?The economic disparities under apartheid still persist in South Africa, despite the political ascendancy of Nelson Mandela's African National Congress. That message is being brought to the United States by a South African from a different political party with an alternative vision.
Blame Your Own LeadersDecisions by America's leadership in recent times, from Katrina to Iraq, raise concerns that the country is beginning a downward slide without having achieved the goal of a more perfect union. Who, then, should be held accountable?
Newscaster Who Had Affair With L.A. Mayor Quits TelemundoJournalist Mirthala Salinas decided to end her employment by TV chain Telemundo, reports La Opinión.
The Thinking Bomb: Evolution of the Suicide AttackerThe war in Iraq has served as a suicide bombing school for insurgent groups around the world, writes Jalal Ghazi, author of the weekly column Eye on Arab Media.
Dad Puts Sputnik Fears to BedIn the end I wasn't among those who thought the Reds were going to beat us up from outer space. My dad worked in the aerospace industry, and 50 years ago this month, when the USSR's first Sputnik appeared in the night skies, he promised me he wouldn't let it happen.
Black Blogger Says Jena 6 Is New Civil Rights Movement Dallas South Blog on Jena 6; KIRN-Radio Iran and Arab media on the recent visit of Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad in New York
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Exiled Editor on Burma’s Media CrackdownThe military junta that controls Burma has cut off all lines of communication with the outside world so its brutal actions will remain in the dark. But technology will ultimately trump repression, writes Aung Zaw, a Burmese exile and the founder and editor of The Irrawaddy Magazine in Thailand.
No Reprieve for South Asians from Post-9/11 DetentionsThe fear of possible detention and eventual deportation looms large in the minds of many immigrants in America today.
Man Made MadnessThis week on YO!Radio: salmon beget trout, the world's tallest building in Dubai, burning saltwater and bigger, badder bombs. Plus, Eming Piansay on bad religion and a poem from The Beat Within.
In Memorium--Kenji NagaiThe death of veteran freelance photojournalist Kenji Nagai while covering the mass protests in Myanmar is heartbreaking. Taped footage of the shooting dispersed throughout the world via the Internet shows Nagai continuing to take photographs even after having been intentionally shot in the torso by a government soldier during the outset of the military's crackdown.
South Koreans Seek Chinese NanniesThe increasing predominance of Chinese language in the world today is driving more South Korean parents to seek out Chinese college graduates to work as babysitters, reports Korea's Chosun Daily.
Immigrant Detention Center Proposed in VirginiaVirginia is considering creating a detention center exclusively for undocumented immigrants accused of committing crimes in the state.
ICE Tactics Questioned in Nassau CountyPolice and civil authorities in Nassau County, New York called for a federal investigation into the methods used by Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents during the raids carried out on September 24 and 26.
Driver’s License Fraud Investigated in Georgia The Georgia DMV Safety has strict requirements to obtain a driver’s license, resulting in many fraudulent documents.
Gay Couples Cross the Border for LoveAmerican same-sex couples, who used to travel to Canada and other countries to get married, now have a new wedding destination: Mexico.
D.C. Police Eye More Bilingual CopsIn Washington, D.C., Asian bilingual speakers are being sought to fill the ranks of the city's police force through a cooperative effort with the Mayor's Office on Asian and Pacific Islanders Affairs.
Hug, Kiss, Grope -- But Only If You're Straight
Despite Nuclear Breakthrough, South Koreans Skeptical Over Closer TiesNorth Korea’s decision to dismantle its nuclear facilities under U.S. guidance – a move that essentially removes the country from its status as part of the so-called “axis of evil” — followed another historic breakthrough: the South Korean president’s recent trip to North Korea.
Launch of Multicultural Immigrant Coalition Against ViolenceThe trauma and tragedy of domestic violence and sexual assault is a fact in any community. For every 1,000 people over the age of 12, the Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Statistics reports, more than two people will be the victim of intimate partner violence.
Letter from A Vietnamese to an Iraqi RefugeeMore than three decades ago, I left Vietnam as a refugee and found asylum in America. Last night on the Internet, I chanced upon an image of you: a teenage refugee from Iraq newly arrived to America. Your shy smile reminds me of myself a long time ago.
U.S. Announces New Tax on Vietnamese CatfishThe U.S. Department of Commerce has slapped temporary punitive duties on tra and basa catfish imported from Vietnam based on a 2004 anti-dumping case.
More Than His Grandfather’s Son: Understanding Clarence ThomasA little more than a year after his bruising Supreme Court confirmation battle, a media gun shy Clarence Thomas made his first cautious public appearance. He wanted the friendly of friendliest audiences and chose Mercer University, a conservative law school in Georgia, for his speech.
Republicans Race to Be ‘Anti-Immigrant’In a race to win the conservative base, Republican presidential candidates Mitt Romney and Rudolph Giuliani have embarked on a battle to determine which of the two is more anti-immigrant, writes Univision anchor and syndicated columnist Maria Elena Salinas.
One Sided Education?
More Latinos in Porn IndustryMore Latinos are making a living in the porn industry, confronting the taboos and stigma associated with pornography, reports La Opinión.
Ahmadinejad in New York: Peace Lost in the Fog of SexIranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad came to talk about war and peace but his comments about homosexuality in Iran have become the focus of American media coverage. When it comes to the threat of war, peace should come before sex.
Latina Mothers’ New Weapon in Fight for EducationA 2004 court case has helped bring positive changes to California’s neediest high schools. However, there is another outcome of the case: it has empowered parents, especially Latina mothers, to take on problems at their children’s schools.
India's Loss Might be China's Gain in Pipeline Project with IranIndia is perceived to be dragging its feet on a proposed India-Pakistan-Iran gas pipeline project reports Rediff.com.
Senseless Squabbling
Philippine President Arroyo Makes Forbes ListPhilippine President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo ranked 51st in Forbes Magazine’s 100 Most Powerful Women in the World list, reports Asian Journal.
Tasers Go Mainstream, But Who's Talking About Race?Recent incidents such as the use of Tasers on Florida college student Andrew Myers at a John Kerry event have brought the weapon into the national spotlight. But many coalitions in cities across the country were already protesting the disproportionate use of Tasers on people of color.
Quiz: Take the New Citizenship ExamUnivision lists the questions and correct answers in Spanish on its Web site.
Latino Families Scramble to Save HomesLatino professionals are trying to help families keep their homes in the midst of a national subprime loan crisis that is hitting Latinos hardest. Traducción al español
A punto de perder su casaLas familias latinas han sido de las más afectadas por la ola de pérdidas de hipotecas. Ahora un grupo de profesionistas hispanos están tratando de ayudar a familias a salir de un problemón del que los latinos difícilmente pueden salir por cuenta propia. English Translation
Virginia Town Shuts Day Labor CenterAfter the closing of the official day laborer center in Herndon, Virg., on Sept. 14, a park has become the workers' meeting place, reports El Tiempo Latino.
Asian Americans With the Magic TouchAsian American magicians Andrew Ngo and Carlos da Silva II, along with members of multiethnic magic group Prophecies of the Element, took the top three spots at San Francisco’s 10th annual Stage Magic Competition on Sept. 21.
Laborers Live in Tents to Avoid Immigration AuthoritiesA story in La Opinion describes the very precarious and dangerous conditions many day laborers living in Vista, California find themselves in.
The Not so Strange Case of Norman HsuDisgraced Democratic fundraiser Norman Hsu's financial shenanigans are really an age-old American story of buying influence.
UpFront: Subprime Meltdown, Peony Pavilion, Shakey's HillUpFront is an award winning weekly show about ethnic communities and ethnic media.
Guess Who's Coming to TV? A Pakistani Exchange StudentA new prime-time television series is set to launch about an American family expecting a Nordic exchange student who end up with a Pakistani one. Aliens in America is coming to a television near you but is America ready for a Pakistani kid as the main character on prime-time TV?
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South Korea Struggles to Shake of 'Baby-Exporting' Nation LabelIn 2005, Korea was rated the fourth biggest source for overseas adoptions, behind China, Russia and Guatemala - 2,101 Korean children were adopted by foreign couples in 2005. The government has been making efforts to shake off the country’s reputation as a “baby-exporting” nation.
Thousands Rally Against Detentions and Raids in Irving, TexasMore than 2,000 protesters gathered in Irving, Texas to protest what they consider the unjust deportation and detention of Latino immigrants.
Christopher Barry Gives Eloquent Tribute to Mom at FuneralEffi Barry, who died of leukemia, left a legacy of dignity and service in a city that was enthralled by the political career of her ex-husband, former mayor and current City Councilman Marion Barry. Her son, Christopher, grew up in the glare of the media spotlight. He delivered a moving tribute to his mother at her funeral.
The Importance of Being Evo MoralesWatching Bolivian President Evo Morales in action makes one realize why so much of the continent is rooting for him, and why so many are nervous about what he represents. The rise of Indian power is ruffling a lot of feathers across the Americas.
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When Buddhist Monks Get MadUnlike Buddhism in the West, in Asia it is an institution that can be compared to the Jesuits of Europe, with wide political implications. The Burmese monks who protested against the ruling junta are showing the world that Buddhism is far from passive.
Deportations Affect Texas BusinessesThe large number of deportations in Irving, Texas is beginning to have repercussions for those businesses based in the Hispanic community, according to Spanish-language newspaper Al Día.
O.J. Coverage Overshadows Jena SixIf there was a surge anywhere, it was for the Jena Six. Yet, the protest against perceived injustice in Louisiana was overshadowed in large media, with a few exceptions, by America's racial Rorschach test: opinions about O.J. Simpson's guilt or innocence.
Court Interpreter Strike Causes Chaos in L.A.A court interpreter strike is causing chaos in the Los Angeles County justice system, where some individuals accused of crimes are being released early, while others are being held in jail longer than they should be.
Hype Just Don't Do It
Why Many Immigrants Say 'We Are All Elvira' NowElvira Arellano has captured the imagination of many immigrants, mostly Latino and Mexican, because her story is so typical.
San Jose Citizens Say No to TasersPolice officers in San Jose were equipped with tasers in 2004 to reduce police shootings, but five taser deaths later -- the community is urging the city government to ban this lethal weapon.
Pieces of the Past
No Gays in Iran… But Many Same-Sex CouplesIranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad’s comment that homosexuality does not exist in Iran like it does in the West is true in a sense, writes anthropologist William Beeman. In fact, same-sex relations in Iran do look very different from what is called gay behavior in the West.
Family Accuses Oakland Police of MurderLast week an Oakland Police officer shot and killed Gary King Jr. after a struggle and tasering incident. King's family and friends believe he was killed in cold blood.
Dear Judge Mauffray: Give Bell Another ChanceThe Jena Six case has catapulted both Mychal Bell and Judge Mauffray into the national spotlight. When the judge revoked the $90,000 bond on Bell it drew howls of protest from Bell's family, Rev. Al Sharpton and others. Can the judge give Bell another chance in a system that is pitiless about meting out harsh punishment to black teens accused of serious crimes?
Suing God with a Purpose
Peru's Poor Speak Up: Tourism is Good, Law School is BetterPeru's economic boom is not reaching everyone but there is a spirit of optimism and entrepreneurship even among those who make their living on the streets.
Vietnam Returns Bomb-Grade Uranium to RussiaNearly nine pounds of highly enriched uranium have been returned to Russia from Vietnam under a Russian-American program to secure nuclear materials that could be used to make weapons.
U.S. Man Becomes First to Outsource His Liver Transplant to IndiaKevin Stewart has become the first American patient to turn to India for a liver transplant operation reports IndUS Business Journal.
We Do What We Dare Not NameIranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has become a great denier, and the most absurd of his negations is the existence of homosexuals in Iran. But in many parts of the old world, the act is very different than the public face, which admits nothing but traditional values.
NYC Shows Outrage Against Police TerrorismThe Jena Six may take the headlines in the following weeks, but while the United States solemnly noted the anniversary of the 2001 attack on the World Trade Center, some New Yorkers were protesting police practices in the Latino and African-American communities.
Police Photograph Suspected Gang Members During Salvadoran President’s VisitWhile Salvadoran President Antonio Saca visited Long Island to celebrate El Salvador’s independence last weekend, Suffolk County’s anti-gang division took advantage of the opportunity to photograph and question young people suspected of being gang members, reports Spanish-language newspaper El Diario-La Prensa.
Evangelical Church Sues Georgia Over Immigration LawThe Hispanic Evangelical Church of Georgia, with the support of the National Latino Coalition of Christian Ministers, announced this week that they are filing a lawsuit against the state of Georgia for “treating their faithful without dignity,” according to Atlanta Latino newspaper.
Latinos Omitted From Ken Burns' 'War' - A Blessing in Disguise?Ken Burns' World War II documentary is stirring controversy because of its lack of Latino representation. But given that Latinos have increasingly become a major part of the military, that omission might prove costly for the military in the long term.
In How Many Languages Must You Say Hazard?As the U.S. population gets more diverse, language can be a critical issue in ensuring environmental justice. A case in point is the challenge of notifying the multilingual community in Richmond, Calif., in the event of an air pollution hazard from the many chemical plants that surround it.
Jena Six Mom SpeaksJR Valrey talked to Melissa Bell the mother of Mychal Bell -- the only one of the Jena 6 still behind bars -- on the day of the protest last Saturday.
Norman Hsu, Mystery ManThis week: Sing Tao Daily New York on Norman Hsu as a mystery man in the Chinese community; Philadelphia Tribune on the city's black men to patrol the streets; and Former Philippine President Estrada considers pardon for 40-year prison sentence
Free Speech: To Have, and Have Not
Decriminalizing Tattoos in KoreaA growing number of Koreans are choosing to get tattoos in spite of a recent court ruling banning anyone without a medical degree from giving them.
It’s Never Too Late to Go Back to SchoolSome 10 years after he was lured away from high school by a full-time job and a lack of support by educators, this writer heads back to earn a diploma he now needs to move ahead in his career.
War Buddies
Peruvians Skeptical over Justice for FujimoriU.S. Peruvians question how justice will treat their former president.
New California MomentsAs the world comes to California we are in the age of hybridity where individuals claim membership in multiple clubs (Hindjews, Blaxicans), food confounds hyphens (wasabi Bloody Mary). But all of this mixing, melding, and morphing is happening at the same time as the new Californians also preserve their old tribal identities with fierce passion in Little Kabuls and Little Saigons.
Ttlly Unfr -- California Outlaws Driving Teen Gadget Use I started driving when I was 17, but it only lasted for one year. Like most young people, I did my share of multitasking. But with one hand on the wheel and one on my phone, I always felt frantic and on the verge of an accident.
Banned in the U.S.A.This week on YO!Radio -- teens are banned from using electronics behind the wheel, from attending a fancy movie theater and everyone is banned from smoking in public spaces in Oakland.
Investigating the Iranian Paris HiltonForget Iran’s nuclear program; that is not the talk of the tea shops in Tehran. What has Iran buzzing these days is a pornographic video of a popular Iranian soap opera starlet having sex.
Group Strives to Build Libraries in VietnamWhen Christopher Donald and fiancé Hao Nguyen visited Vietnam recently, they bought books in Saigon to take to Nguyen's cousins in a rural part of the country. This gave them an idea.
Working Towards an American Muslim Civil Rights MovementTo preserve the efforts of those before us and to reverse this growing trend of Islamophobia, we must address legitimate grievances – whether it is a call for increased condemnation of terrorism on the part of Muslims, or the need for justice-based solutions from our government.
Mystery Meteor in Peru Might be Satellite Speculate RussiansThe object that fell from the sky and struck the Peruvian village of Carancas, in Puno, leading local villagers and animals to fall ill, could have been a satellite containing a radioactive isotope.
Arab Media See Israeli Raid on Syria As More Psy-War Than Proxy-WarMost western media saw Israel’s recent airstrike on Syria as a dry-run for an attack on Iran. But Arab media analysts viewed a more subtle psychological ploy on Israel’s part to influence the guest list, and thus the outcome, of the upcoming regional peace summit in November.
100,000 March for Jena Six in LouisianaMore than 100,000 people, according to Louisiana State Police, predominantly African Americans, swarmed on a little-known community called Jena, La., on Sept. 20 to demand justice for six black teenagers convicted as adults for aggravated assault of a white student.
American Children Seek Better Lives in MexicoChildren whose parents have been deported, sent to prison, or have disappeared are now being relocated to live with their relatives in Mexico.
Latina Conductor Brings Music to the MassesNortheast Los Angeles is the epicenter of an unparalleled cultural revolution – and its leader is a Latina woman.
New York Grants Licenses to UndocumentedNew York Governor Eliot Spitzer signed authorization Friday to allow the nearly one million undocumented immigrants living in New York state to obtain drivers' licenses without being required to provide their legal status or social security number.
UpFront: Sex Siren of Iran, Song of the Lute, Homeland Security Good NewsUpFront is an award winning weekly show about ethnic communities and ethnic media.
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