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Why Haitian Migrants Face Unique Barriers in U.S. Immigration Policy?
The experience of Haitian migrants interacting with the United States immigration system cannot be fully understood without examining the long shadow of anti-Blackness and...
Vermont School Raises Somali Flag to Signal Belonging and Respect
The Winooski School District in Vermont raised the Somali flag outside its school building on December 5, 2025, in a gesture meant to support...
Boston Boosts Mental Health Funding As Immigrant Youth Struggle for Access
Boston has committed unprecedented funding to address the growing mental health crisis facing children and families, announcing more than $21 million for youth behavioral...
Faith Centers Across New England Struggle as Policies, Fear, and Funding Cuts Collide
Faith centers across New England—mosques, churches, and temples that have anchored immigrant and working-class communities for generations—are facing an unprecedented strain. A combination of...
Somali-American Representatives in Maine Denounce Trump’s Remark as Dangerous and Divisive
Three Somali-American state representatives in Maine, Mana Abdi, Deqa Dhalac, and Yusuf Yusuf, have issued a strong joint statement condemning recent derogatory remarks made...
14th Annual Mu’tamar Concludes with Powerful Lessons, Community Stories, and Spiritual Renewal
Dorchester, MA — The 14th Annual Mu’tamar, hosted by the Boston Islamic Center (BIC) and Masjid Alrowda, concluded this Thanksgiving weekend after three days...
Black Women Face Rising Unemployment Amid Federal Layoffs and DEI Rollbacks
During a roundtable discussion held in Boston on November 24, 2025, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley raised a critical question:
“Why are Black women—who have some of...
Boston Expands BIPOC Homeownership with New ACEDONE Development
Boston, MA — The City of Boston has marked a major milestone in its affordable homeownership strategy with a groundbreaking ceremony in Dorchester, signaling...
14th Annual Mu’tamar Unites Boston’s Muslim Community Through Prophetic Guidance
14th Annual Mu'tamar Unites the Community under the Prophetic Leadership
Boston Islamic Center (BIC) and Masjid Alrowda co-host the 14th Annual Mu'tamar (Conference) at Albert...
The Human Cost: How ICE Disrupted Families and Businesses Across New England
Immigration enforcement has transformed the day-to-day life of New England over the past ten years, providing an indelible imprint on families, places of work,...
Boston Startup Scene Booms With New Tech Investments
Minnesota’s tech and startup ecosystem is seeing rapid growth, driven by healthcare innovation, green energy, and AI-powered software companies. Venture capital investments in the...
Cambridge Sets New Record for Summer Heat
This summer, Minneapolis recorded its highest number of days above 90°F in more than 30 years. Climate scientists say the trend is consistent with...
Rhode Island Announces New Head Coach Ahead of Season
The Minnesota Wild has appointed veteran coach Mark Peterson as the team’s new head coach ahead of the upcoming NHL season. Peterson brings more...
Rochester Expands Mayo Clinic Campus With New Research Facility
The Mayo Clinic in Rochester has broken ground on a large research facility focused on regenerative medicine, genomics, and advanced clinical trials. The building...