By dpi.gov A team from the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) earlier today paid a courtesy call on Mr. Robert M. Persaud, Foreign Secretary and Chairman of the Board of the Protected Areas Commission, to discuss strengthening of Guyana’s Protected Areas Systems by supporting community sustainable livelihoods around biodiversity hotspots. Discussion also centered on the government’s […]
By Sunita Sohrabji, EthicMediaServices | Editorial credit: TZIDO SUN / shuttertsock.com Avian flu, Oropouche, Mpox, Norovirus, human metapneumovirus, and the ongoing threat of Covid-19 are some of the many public health challenges the world faces this year. Climate change is causing many of these outbreaks to erupt at a faster pace. As 2025 unfolds, […]
Editorial credit: Koca Vehbi / shutterstock.com WASHINGTON – The Department of Homeland Security announced on Jan. 10, 2025, the extension of Temporary Protected Status for Sudan for 18 months, from April 20, 2025, to Oct. 19, 2026, due to ongoing armed conflict and extraordinary and temporary conditions in Sudan that prevent individuals from safely returning. The corresponding Federal Register notice provides […]
By Fisayo Okare, DOCUMENTED | Editorial credit: Ben Von Klemperer / shutterstock.com In what is likely to be the most consequential year for immigrant New Yorkers in decades, Gov. Kathy Hochul said nothing about protecting immigrant New Yorkers, the state collaborating with or resisting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations, or anything related to Trump’s […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens Navigating healthcare coverage options like Medicare and Medicaid is essential for New York City residents seeking affordable medical services. This article outlines the eligibility criteria for both programs, provides a step-by-step guide to the application processes, and offers information on where to apply. Medicare Eligibility and Application in NYC Eligibility Criteria: […]
Photo credit: AFL-CIO On Sunday, President Biden signed the bipartisan Social Security Fairness Act into law, making more than 2.5 million public sector workers who receive pension income also eligible for Social Security benefits. The new law repeals two provisions—the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset. This expands Social Security payments to dedicated public […]
By Staff Writer | Editorial credit: paulaah293 / shutterstock.com Washington, D.C. — January 15, 2025: In a significant move aimed at improving public health, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has officially banned the use of Red No. 3, an artificial colorant commonly used to give food and beverages a bright, cherry-red hue. The ban, […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit: rblfmr / shutterstock.com New York City (NYC), the most populous city in the United States, is renowned for its cultural diversity and significant political influence. As of the 2020 U.S. Census, the city had a population of 8,804,190, marking an increase of 629,057 people since 2010. This growth […]
By Natricia Duncan and Kejan Haynes, The Guardian Escalating violence in Trinidad and Tobago (T&T) has caused the country’s government to extend emergency security measures declared in December, after a week of bloody gang warfare that left at least six dead. Late on Monday evening, the T&T parliament unanimously agreed on a three-month extension of a state […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Applying for Social Security Disability benefits in 2025 involves a structured process designed to help individuals who cannot work due to a severe medical condition. While the application can be complex, understanding the steps involved can help applicants navigate the system efficiently and improve their chances of approval. This article provides […]