Tag: people
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Local media and its founders put community first in Seattle and around the U.S.
There’s something special about local news media. And we’re not just saying that. The people who choose to open local news outlets are not just entrepreneurs or journalists—though they are both of … Full story: https://nwasianweekly.com/2025/08/local-media-and-its-founders-put-community-first-in-seattle-and-around-the-u-s/
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Immigrant police officers have made our communities stronger
Last week, a gunman walked into a Manhattan building and killed four people. One was a New York City police officer — Didarul Islam, 36, an immigrant from Bangladesh, who left behind two sons and a … Full story: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/08/04/opinion/immigrant-police-officers-community-trust/
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What languages are most spoken in Minnesota homes?
When you’re living outside of a place that is usually considered home, it helps bring people together.” About 1 in 5 people in the United States speak a language other than English at home, … Full story: https://www.msn.com/
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Unusual animal leaves everyone puzzled — is it really a rare Hmong dog?
A puppy in Vietnam has been taking the internet by storm in recent weeks for one hilarious reason: when people first see him, they can’t tell he’s a dog! People all over the world have been trying to … Full story: https://www.msn.com/
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Hmong Wausau Festival celebrates 50 years of Hmong culture in the United States
WAUSAU, Wis. (WJFW) – Today, thousands of people came to Wausau to celebrate Hmong culture. The first Hmong people arrived in the United States around 50 years ago, and the festival serves as an … Full story: https://www.wjfw.com/news/hmong-wausau-festival-celebrates-50-years-of-hmong-culture-in-the-united-states/article_109972da-7e8a-44f8-ae1b-92d2db5135c9.html
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‘Hlub’ .. it means love: 4,000 young Hmong people at ISU for Christian conference
A Christian Response to Toxicity and Trauma” was the title of a workshop for boys presented by Judy Yang in Indiana State University’s student union on Tuesday during the HLUB Conference for teen … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/hlub-means-love-4-000-035900314.html
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Hmong Wausau Festival celebrates culture and community this weekend
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) – An exciting weekend of culture and community is on tap as the Hmong Wausau Festival returns July 26-27. The event is held at the People’s Sports Complex, 602 E Kent Street, … Full story: https://www.wsaw.com/2025/07/23/hmong-wausau-festival-celebrates-culture-community-this-weekend/
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Large crowds expected for Hmong Festival this weekend in Wausau
WAUSAU, WI (WSAU-WAOW) – The Hmong Wausau Festival is set to return this weekend at the People’s Sports Complex. This annual event promises a weekend filled with culture, community, and celebration. Full story: https://wsau.com/2025/07/23/large-crowds-expected-for-hmong-festival-this-weekend-in-wausau/
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Celebrate Hmong culture at Wausau Festival July 26-27, 2025
WAUSAU, Wis. – The Hmong Wausau Festival is set to return on July 26-27, 2025, at the People’s Sports Complex. This annual event promises a weekend filled with culture, community, and celebration. Full story: https://www.waow.com/news/celebrate-hmong-culture-at-wausau-festival-july-26-27-2025/article_a1ee6937-a522-40bc-b4f5-8dc4abcd7dbe.html
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Plan Your Trip
The similarities date back generations, starting with the states’ people. There’s a tapestry of cultures and traditions shared by Indigenous tribes native to both Wisconsin and Minnesota land, … Full story: https://www.channel3000.com/madison-magazine/plan-your-trip/article_a39277bb-1095-4613-8064-bc5b0a048ba8.html
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Hmong Youth Day Expects Hundreds at Fifth Annual Event
After welcoming over 600 people to last year’s event, the Eau Claire Area Hmong Mutual Assistance Association (ECAHMAA) is expecting a similar turnout at this summer’s Hmong Youth Day – slated for … Full story: https://volumeone.org/articles/2025/07/18/367658-hmong-youth-day-expects-hundreds-at-fifth-annual
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New book collection aims to keep native languages alive
The new ‘Community languages collection’ at the LE Phillips Public Library has already caught many people’s eye, specifically those who speak a native language like French, Hmong, even Ojibwe. Y para … Full story: https://www.msn.com/
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New book collection aims to keep native languages alive
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) – The new ‘Community languages collection’ at the LE Phillips Public Library has already caught many people’s eye, specifically those who speak a native language like French, … Full story: https://www.weau.com/2025/07/12/new-book-collection-aims-keep-native-languages-alive/
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Due process rights are being eroded in immigration court, attorneys and advocates say
People going through immigration court are entitled to due process protections, but the Trump administration is chipping away at procedures to increase deportation numbers, experts say. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/immigration/due-process-rights-are-being-eroded-in-immigration-court-attorneys-and-advocates-say/
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Our View: Asylum policy has long been bipartisan
The Trump administration’s suspension of the U.S. refugee program goes against long-standing bipartisan and public support to help people persecuted in war- torn countries. Full story: https://www.mankatofreepress.com/opinion/editorials/our-view-asylum-policy-has-long-been-bipartisan/article_c2c86631-360e-49c9-ba5d-0d7d464e890e.html
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Brenda Song Says Disney ‘Nixed’ Her from Going for a Role in Clint Eastwood’s Gran Torino — Here’s Why
Brenda Song said during a recent awards acceptance speech that the Walt Disney Company ‘nixed’ her from pursuing a role in Clint Eastwood’s ‘Gran Torino.’ At the time, the actress was starring as … Full story: https://people.com/brenda-song-says-disney-nixed-role-in-clint-eastwoods-gran-torino-heres-why-11763054
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Honoring 50 Years of Hmong Progress and Transformative Leadership
Fifty years ago, the Hmong people embarked on a journey of survival, resilience, and transformation. From the depths of war and displacement, we arrived as refugees and now progress in all aspects of … Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/sponsored/honoring-50-years-of-hmong-progress-and-transformative-leadership/
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What’s the most common non-English language spoken in Minnesota?
Minnesota is home to more people who speak Hmong or Somali at home than any other state in the country. 71,410 people told the census takers Hmong is the language they speak at home in our state, and … Full story: https://www.kare11.com/article/news/local/most-common-non-english-language-spoken-minnesota/89-a74a5a5f-4607-4b0a-822d-26b83756375e