Tag: news
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The Coffee Tree of ‘Father’: From Opium Fields to Arabica Forests
King Bhumibol’s Royal Project transformed opium fields into thriving Arabica coffee farms, boosting local economies and restoring the environment. Full story: https://www.nationthailand.com/news/general/40059265
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Destination Madison shares several festive events happening this weekend
Sarah Warner with Destination Madison visited WMTV Thursday and highlighted a few upcoming events. If you are looking for gift ideas, check out this local market. It is taking place at 7pm on Thursday … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/travel/news/destination-madison-shares-several-festive-events-happening-this-weekend/ar-AA1RK1Xc
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DATCP Announces 2025 Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Grant Recipients
“Thanks to the funding provided by the Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin grants, Wisconsin food producers have the enhanced ability to make connections with local distributors, expand their operations, and get … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=69326caf0035416391ee721e03406bf9&url=https%3a%2f%2fdairybusiness.com%2fdatcp-announces-2025-buy-local-buy-wisconsin-grant-recipients%2f&c=16576685852688190290&mkt=en-us
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New Hmong QPR materials aim to break barriers in suicide prevention
Certified QPR suicide prevention materials are now available in Hmong, helping trainers nationwide bridge language and cultural gaps. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6931c3ee806c4a3382fc9851754dbb0c&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.wausaudailyherald.com%2fstory%2fnews%2fhealth%2f2025%2f12%2f04%2fnew-hmong-qpr-materials-aim-to-break-barriers-in-suicide-prevention-marathon-county%2f87573192007%2f&c=15720675961008583216&mkt=en-us
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Hmong refugee in Michigan freed by ICE after several months in prison
Lue Yang, an auto supply engineer and Hmong refugee, was freed by ICE on Dec. 3 after spending more than four months in prison. Full story: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/local/michigan/2025/12/03/hmong-refugee-lue-yang-released-by-ice-after-months-in-prison/87592317007/
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St. Johns man returns home after months in ICE custody
Lue Yang, a St. Johns father of six and Hmong refugee, returned home Wednesday after spending months in the custody of Immigrations and Customs Enforcement. Lue Yang … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=69311b2e24a9484083fddc33cd6068b8&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.wlns.com%2fnews%2fst-johns-man-returns-home-after-months-in-ice-custody%2f&c=16694162762820667432&mkt=en-us
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After 5 months in ICE detention and a deportation flight, Michigan man gets surprise release
Lue Yang, a Hmong refugee, was released by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on Wednesday, Dec. 3 after there was a monthslong effort to get him out of detention. Full story: https://www.mlive.com/news/2025/12/after-5-months-in-ice-detention-and-a-deportation-flight-michigan-man-gets-surprise-release.html
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Hmong refugee from Lansing area released from ICE custody
Lue Yang was arrested in July by ICE. He arrived in Grand Rapids on Wednesday after being released, a lawmaker said. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/hmong-refugee-from-lansing-area-released-from-ice-custody/ar-AA1REMJF
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ICE releases Hmong refugee in Michigan after bipartisan push for his freedom
The release came weeks after Gov. Whitmer had pardoned Lue Yang in an effort to remove the criminal record that made him a target for deportation. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=69311b2e24a9484083fddc33cd6068b8&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.detroitnews.com%2fstory%2fnews%2fpolitics%2f2025%2f12%2f03%2fice-releases-hmong-refugee-in-michigan-after-bipartisan-push-for-his-freedom%2f87592076007%2f&c=3394451997010144153&mkt=en-us
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Cov kev qhia txog cov kev txwv tsis pub tej me nyuam siv social media, Meskas tej tub rog ntawm Carribbean, tej tuam muab xov tooj thiab cov kev tsis muaj peev xwm siv tau tus zauv xov tooj emergency … Full story: https://www.sbs.com.au/language/hmong/hmv/podcast-episode/wednesday-news-to-start-social-media-ban-on-australian-children/t4ythmt1j
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Suicide prevention training materials in Hmong language launched in Marathon County
A new mental health initiative is trying to reduce language barriers that could prevent people from seeking help. Full story: https://www.wkow.com/news/health/suicide-prevention-training-materials-in-hmong-language-launched-in-marathon-county/article_6f433939-b9f7-4f39-9e28-f4c4a2d8c9aa.html
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These groups help crime victims. Trump’s anti-DEI push is putting them on the defensive.
Trump’s crackdown on “woke” federal grants is putting pressure on Wisconsin nonprofits that work with victims of sexual assault and domestic violence. Full story: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/special-reports/2025/12/01/trumps-anti-dei-agenda-stokes-fear-for-wisconsin-crime-victim-groups/87274730007/
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Hmong New Year celebration also marks 50 years in America
Music, food and laughter filled the air at St. Paul’s RiverCentre over the weekend. Thousands gathered for the 45th annual Minnesota Hmong New Year celebration, and to honor a major community … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/hmong-celebration-marks-50-years-042100542.html
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Hmong community celebrates its New Year and 50 years as Americans
The two-day event also marked 50 years of the Hmong people living in Minnesota. St. Paul has the largest Hmong population in the country, at over 66,000. Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=692bd52fc92e43978eca21b23440434f&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.startribune.com%2fhmong-community-celebrates-its-new-year-and-50-years-as-americans%2f601534546&c=2199001396199505641&mkt=en-us
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St. Paul hosts Hmong New Year celebration
St. Paul’s Hmong New Year returned to RiverCentre this weekend, filling the city with vibrant clothing, cultural performances and timeless traditions like the cheris … Full story: https://www.kare11.com/article/news/local/st-paul-hmong-new-year-celebration/89-9580c3ad-b6c5-4f2e-adb1-bc121576f8d4
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How Melvin Carter lost the St. Paul mayoral election
In the summer, a special election for a City Council seat sucked up much of St. Paul’s political oxygen, with Carter backing Molly Coleman, the daughter of former Mayor Chris Coleman, the eventual … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=692b2c6fa8d7439896a84296a826e023&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.startribune.com%2fst-paul-mayor-melvin-carter-campaign-fail%2f601520402&c=10090159232259531281&mkt=en-us
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Thousands celebrate Hmong New Year at Cal Expo in Sacramento
Thousands of people gathered at Cal Expo on Friday afternoon for the first day of Sacramento’s annual Hmong New Year celebration. Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/thousands-celebrate-hmong-cal-expo-065519849.html