**U.S. Reduces Work Permit Duration for Refugees and Protected Immigrants** The U.S. government announced on Wednesday that it will shorten the duration of work permits for certain immigrants. This change affects refugees, asylum seekers, and others who have been granted special protections to live and work legally in the country. The announcement is part of … Read more
**Border Patrol Surge Puts Pressure on New Orleans’ New Mayor** A sudden rise in U.S. Border Patrol activity has brought New Orleans into the center of a growing immigration debate. This week, agents were deployed as part of a federal enforcement surge aimed at identifying and detaining undocumented immigrants in the United States. The move … Read more
**Ancient Volcano May Have Sparked the Black Death, New Study Finds** A new study suggests that a volcanic eruption may have triggered one of the deadliest pandemics in European history. Scientists now believe that the Black Death, which killed millions across Europe in the 14th century, could have been sparked by a major eruption in … Read more
**Unsigned Seniors in the Midlands Still Seeking College Football Opportunities** This week marked the end of National Signing Day (NSD) for high school football players around the U.S. Many athletes signed commitments to colleges, but some seniors in the Midlands region are still waiting for their future teams. Although most top recruits made their decisions … Read more
**American Cancer Society Backs At-Home HPV Test for Cervical Cancer** The American Cancer Society (ACS) has introduced new guidelines that recommend the use of self-collected swabs to test for HPV. This marks a major change in cervical cancer screening and could increase access for millions of women in the United States. The update was announced … Read more