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Medical copays reduce health care access in MS prisons; Israel planted explosives in pagers sold to Hezbollah according to official sources; Serving looks with books: Libraries fight 'fast fashion' by lending clothes; Menhaden decline threatens Virginia's ecosystem, fisheries.

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JD Vance calls for toning down political rhetoric, while calls for his resignation grow because of his own comments. The Secret Service again faces intense criticism, and a right to IVF is again voted down in the US Senate.

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A USDA report shows a widening gap in rural versus urban health, a North Carolina county remains divided over a LGBTQ library display, and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz' policies are spotlighted after his elevation to the Democratic presidential ticket.

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Una propuesta de un grupo de expertos de extrema derecha aumentaría la financiación para un muro fronterizo entre Estados Unidos y México, en caso de que los republicanos retomen la Casa Blanca en noviembre. (Jeff/Adobe Stock)
Votantes de NM obtienen información detallada sobre 'Proyecto 2025'

Un amplio plan conservador para dar forma a una posible segunda presidencia de Donald Trump está en los titulares, incluso cuando el candidato …

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The New Mexico Secretary of State says paper ballots are used in 100% of elections to ensure there's always physical ballots that can be recounted if necessary. (AdobeStock: PX Media)
Expert: America's erosion of democracy has accelerated

A political expert known for his research on authoritarian regimes says American democracy is threatened by minority rule, which is enshrined in the …

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El Secretario de Estado de Nuevo México dice que las boletas de papel se utilizan en el 100% de las elecciones para garantizar que siempre haya boletas físicas que puedan contarse si es necesario. (AdobeStock: Medios PX)
Experto: Erosión de la democracia en Estados Unidos se acelera

Un experto político conocido por su investigación sobre regímenes autoritarios dice que la democracia estadounidense está amenazad…

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Al igual que la candidata al Senado de Nuevo México, Cindy Nava, casi uno de cada diez residentes de Nuevo México es un inmigrante. (Foto cortesía de Nava)
Nuevo México 'Dreamer' pone la mira en legislatura estatal

Una "Dreamer" que se postula para el Senado de Nuevo México dice que un plan de la administración Biden para crear vías que permitan a …

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The World Health Organization says globally, one in two people can be considered
America's 'Radical Elders' continue their work for fairness, justice

Members of the group Radical Elders are participating in a Chicago tech conference this weekend to explain the impact of technology on older Americans…

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La Organización Mundial de la Salud afirma que, en todo el mundo, una de cada dos personas puede considerarse
'Radical Elders' siguen trabajando por la equidad y la justicia

Miembros del grupo "Radical Elders" participan este fin de semana en una conferencia tecnológica en Chicago para explicar el impacto de la tecnol…

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The Kids Online Safety Act could necessitate that platforms verify users' ages. (momius/Adobe Stock)
NM LGBTQ group fears far-reaching effects of 'Kids Online Safety Act'

Legislation meant to protect minors on social media platforms could be voted on in Washington this week. But some in New Mexico's LGBTQ community …

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A Republican-led provision included in legislation to avert a government shutdown last week effectively bans LGBTQ+ pride flags from flying over U.S. embassies. (Hodim/AdobeStock)
NM LGBTQ+ equality group endorses 2024 'Rock Star' candidates

After 30 years of championing the rights of LGBTQ+ people, Equality New Mexico has its finger on the pulse of supportive legislation and has made its …

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A red handprint across the mouth has become a symbolic representation of violence that affects Indigenous women, in the United States and beyond. (tloventures/Adobe Stock)
NM restores Council on Missing, Murdered Indigenous People after protests

New Mexico has more missing Indigenous people than any other state, so the announcement that a disbanded investigative committee will be restored is …

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Albuquerque had one of the highest homicide rates in the nation in 2021, according to the Major Cities Chiefs Association. (Artem/Adobe Stock)
Amid Legal Challenges, NM Governor Enacts Gun Restrictions

One day after New Mexico Gov. Michele Lujan Grisham announced a ban on the public carry of guns in and around Albuquerque, a pro-gun group is suing…

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One in five U.S. adults, or nearly 53 million people, lived with a mental illness in 2020, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. (NLawrenson/peopleimages.com/AdobeStock)
DACA Weighs on Some During BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month

Racism and discrimination act as stressors to increase mental health vulnerability, according to experts, especially for BIPOC individuals; Black…

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Santa Fe, New Mexico's capital city, will mark the 30th anniversary of Pride celebrations on Saturday, June 24, with a festival on the downtown plaza. (unm.org)
NM Touts Prominent Advances in LGBTQ Rights During 'Pride Month'

New laws offering greater protections for New Mexico's LGBTQ+ community are taking effect in the coming days as diversity is celebrated during June's …

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