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a day ago
- General
- Yahoo
NM immigration rights groups decry Trump list of NM sanctuary counties, cities
Sanctuary city concept and illegal immigration law government enforcement policies as a highway sign directing to welcoming immigrants with no legal status as a 3D illustration. (Getty Images) The U.S. Department of Homeland Security on Thursday released a list of 'sanctuary jurisdictions' it says 'are deliberately and shamefully obstructing the enforcement of federal immigration laws endangering American communities. Sanctuary cities protect dangerous criminal aliens from facing consequences and put law enforcement in peril.' DHS includes 23 of New Mexico's 33 counties on its list, along with the cities of Albuquerque and Santa Fe. The list follows President Donald Trump's executive order in April requiring such a list. Following that executive order, City of Santa Fe Mayor Alan Webber told Source the City of Santa Fe does not specifically identify itself as a sanctuary city and he did not think the order applied to the city. The City of Santa Fe passed a resolution in 1999, which was reaffirmed in 2017, declaring itself a welcoming city for immigrants and refugees. 'We treat everyone in our city the same: with respect and a welcoming attitude, regardless of a variety of factors including whether they're here with documentation,' Webber said. 'That continues to be our city policy.' In a written statement provided to Source last month, Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller last month emphasized that Trump's executive order is counterproductive to addressing crime.'We remember when Trump tried to extort immigrant-friendly cities like ours before, but threatening to defund the police is the exact opposite of what Albuquerque needs to be safe,' Keller said. 'Our communities are stronger when people of all backgrounds feel safe reporting crimes and working with police, and our officers will keep arresting anyone who breaks the law, regardless of their immigration status.' Trump orders list of 'sanctuary cities' to target for funding freeze 'Each jurisdiction listed will receive formal notification of its non-compliance with Federal statutes,' the DHS stated in posting the list. 'DHS demands that these jurisdictions immediately review and revise their policies to align with Federal immigration laws and renew their obligation to protect American citizens, not dangerous illegal aliens.' In response to the list, leaders from several civil rights and immigration organizations issued statements decrying its publication. 'New Mexico has a proud tradition of welcoming immigrants,' Lena Weber, interim policy director with the American Civil Liberties Union of New Mexico, said in a statement. 'Immigrants and mixed-status families are integral to our communities. We talk a lot about public safety in this state—and we know that we are all safer when our families can go to school, work, and health centers without fear of being torn away from their loved ones.' Sanctuary studies Fabiola Landeros from El CENTRO de Igualdad y Derechos said in a statement that, 'We are proud of the legacy we've built in New Mexico, including the passage of policies that promote public safety, safeguard civil rights, promote immigrant integration, and recognize the vast contributions of our immigrant communities. The Trump administration's terrifying vision of mass deportation and family separation and their willingness to trample on constitutional rights and utilize illegal tactics is not only against New Mexican values, but it will also have a devastating impact on our communities and economy.' Jessica Inez Martínez, director of policy and coalition building at New Mexico Immigrant Law Center, described 'labeling sanctuary policies as 'lawless insurrection' is not only inflammatory—it is legally baseless and a reckless distortion of the rule of law. At the New Mexico Immigrant Law Center, we see every day how immigrant families are building lives rooted in care, resilience, and hope. They are our neighbors, coworkers, and caregivers—essential to the cultural and economic life of New Mexico.' The 10 NM counties not listed as sanctuary jurisdictions by DHS: Catron Cibola Curry Guadalupe Harding Lea Mora Torrance Union Valencia
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
NM doulas will be eligible for Medicaid reimbursement under new state law
Closeup of a doula assisting a pregnant woman by placing a belly band while she's sitting on a fitness ball, providing support and comfort during pregnancy. () In a step intended to improve maternal and childhood outcomes in New Mexico, doulas will soon be able to enroll as Medicaid providers in the state. The Doula Credentialing Act, passed during the recent legislative session and signed by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on March 21, goes into effect on July 1. The act requires the Department of Health create a voluntary credentialing process for doulas, which will make the birthworkers eligible to receive Medicaid reimbursement. As defined under the law, doula means 'a trained, nonmedical professional who provides services, including health education, advocacy or physical, emotional or social support, to a person during the pre-conception period, pregnancy, childbirth or the postpartum period to promote positive health outcomes.' HB214 also establishes a Doula Credentialing Advisory Council; requires hospitals and freestanding birth centers to create policies to allow doulas to accompany patients during particular services; and creates a Doula Fund to support the provisions of the bill. New Mexico Doula Association Executive Director Melissa Lopez-Sullivan told Source NM that the health department, the Health and Human Services Department, Medicaid, Managed Care Organizations and community-based organizations are currently all working together to finalize a 'provider toolkit' to help doulas navigate Medicaid processes. Several doulas have certified with NMDOH and some have already contracted with Medicaid Managed Care Organizations,' Lopez-Sullivan told Source in a written statement. 'These are major milestones — because of them, Medicaid beneficiaries in some areas now have access to doula services as a covered benefit, many for the first time.' She added that the doula association and its partners will soon offer 'technical assistance and enrollment support,' as well as 'culturally grounded training,' to further assist doulas in their work in New Mexico communities. Rep. Doreen Gallegos (D-Las Cruces), lead sponsor of HB214, told Source NM that the overall goal with the bill has always been to 'serve a larger number' of patients in the state and that care will start right away in July. 'A doula can help in so many ways,' Gallegos told Source. 'It's hard to sometimes make decisions when you're under that kind of stress and having somebody that's there with you, that can help walk through the process, that maybe is familiar with the doctors at the facility that you're at, or if you're doing a home birth, if things start to go sideways, that you have somebody to consult with.' She added that healthcare access is limited in New Mexico, particularly in the more rural communities, and expanding the reach of doulas will help meet the needs of more pregnant people. 'Sometimes you just have questions and sometimes medical professionals are so busy because they're in such demand right now, that they don't get to answer all those questions,' Gallegos said. 'Or if you have something in the middle of the night that you're not sure about and you have this relationship with this doula, it can really [help].' Lopez Sullivan told Source that the bill formally acknowledges the work doulas, particularly community-based doulas, do in the state and provides a path 'toward economic sustainability.' 'Many doulas have been doing this work—quietly and powerfully—for decades, without compensation or institutional support. This legislation acknowledges their expertise and makes space for them to lead within maternal health systems,' she wrote. 'For patients, especially Black, Indigenous, rural, and LGBTQIA+ families, this law opens new access to care that centers their identities, values, and choices…In a state where Black and Indigenous birthing people face the greatest maternal mortality, HB214 represents a necessary shift toward equity and dignity.' N.M. 'far above the national rate' even as maternal deaths increase across the country According to a 2023 report released by the March of Dimes, a national nonprofit organization that advocates for maternal and baby health, a third of New Mexico counties are described as maternity care deserts, where access to medical care is limited or nonexistent. The report also notes that about 18% of New Mexico women do not live within 30 minutes of a birthing hospital, compared to the national average of 9.7%, and 23.3% of birthing people received little or no prenatal care compared to 14.8% nationally. Gallegos described doula care as a 'wraparound of services' as well, because these providers not only assist patients before a child is born, but after as well, as parents settle into life with a new baby. 'I think that's problematic for New Mexico that we are losing doctors, and so we've got to have an environment that helps keep doctors in New Mexico so they can practice. And we also open it up to different types of holistic type of help that people can choose,' Gallegos said. 'We'd better give people options to what fits their lifestyle and what makes them the most comfortable and making sure that they can make decisions that are best for themselves and for their families.' Maternal death reviews get political as state officials intrude Lopez-Sullivan said she believes HB214 sets a good foundation for care in New Mexico, but the state needs to continue to invest in 'community-rooted care' and providers; ensure the systems HB214 create actually work in favor of doulas; establish long-term support for the doula workforce, including training and fair compensation; and expand midwifery and other community birth options. 'Improving maternal outcomes also means supporting midwives and community birth centers—especially in rural and Indigenous communities. These models offer holistic, accessible, and culturally resonant care that families trust,' Lopez-Sullivan wrote. 'By investing in midwifery and Indigenous-led care, we can further reduce preventable harm and build the systems our communities deserve.' SUBSCRIBE: GET THE MORNING HEADLINES DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
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Ana de Armas Wants to Exit Anything Romantic With Tom Cruise, Says ‘Source'
Ana de Armas reportedly doesn't want to stay in anything romantic involving Tom Cruise. As reported by RadarOnline, the 'Mission: Impossible' star has allegedly been putting a lot of energy into impressing the 'Blonde' actor. However, the worldwide fame and scrutiny that come with being involved with the global star are reportedly driving Armas away. Ana de Armas allegedly does not want the same level of immense fame and spotlight as Tom Cruise. Dating rumors between the two actors have been swirling around the internet for quite some time now. However, per RadarOnline, a 'source' told them that the 'Deep Water' actor wants to 'wriggle out of' any kind of romantic involvement with the 'Top Gun' actor. The 'source' claimed, 'Ana likes Tom, and she's thrilled to do movie work with him.' The person continued, 'She doesn't want to live in the spotlight being his partner brings as she is just not interested in fame at his level.' The insider further said, 'She's already looking for the exit from anything romantic.' They added, 'But on the upside, at least it's not Tom's Scientology obsession that has killed another romance for him.' As reported by the news outlet, in a recent interview, Ana de Armas went on to open up about her opinions on fame. She said, 'You can't let the negative side of fame upset you.' The actor further explained, 'Because then you won't enjoy the beautiful aspects, but it's essential to separate.' She then emphasized, 'We're all people and we need that privacy, consideration, and space.' The actor continued, 'It seems incredible to have to say it, but we've forgotten that minimum of respect for others.' Ana de Armas stars in the upcoming movie, 'From the World of John Wick: Ballerina.' The film is all set to make its debut on June 6. The post Ana de Armas Wants to Exit Anything Romantic With Tom Cruise, Says 'Source' appeared first on Reality Tea.
The National
7 days ago
- Business
- The National
Meet the owners of Edinburgh's new female-owned visitor centre
Sarah Lachhab and Mathilde Marcoux have launched their centre, Source Edinburgh, to provide maps, guides and Scottish-made crafts to the city's tourists after the VisitScotland iCentre on the Royal Mile was shut down in February. Speaking with the Sunday National, Lachhab explained why she and Marcoux decided to set up Source, the focus on selling artisan products made exclusively in Scotland and the biggest issues facing Edinburgh tourists – hint: it's not an excess of free public toilets. READ MORE: Could lynx roam Scotland again? 10 key points from major new report on reintroduction Lachhab, an established tour guide in Scotland, explained the origins of Source: 'Mathilde and I already run a business called Wee Ecosse, where we offer walking tours through Edinburgh in French. 'Our first business grew little by little, and we were in need of having a space to operate from. We started thinking that if we were going to lease somewhere, it'd be better if it was accessible to the public so we could create a new revenue stream to fund it by having a little ticket office and an artisan shop. 'As we were developing our ideas, we heard that, sadly, VisitScotland were closing down all of their iCentres. I'm a big believer in those places, so we thought that, as tour guides, it was a natural step for us to open one of our own.' Sarah Lachhab said she was a 'big believer' in the iCentres and was sad to see them close down (Image: Gordon Terris) A former VisitScotland employee herself, Lachhab understood that tourists in the digital age are more likely to use their mobile phones for things visitor centres previously had an edge over. Source has welcomed over one thousand visitors since its opening in West Parliament Square, facing St Giles' Cathedral, last month; a humble figure compared to foot traffic on the Royal Mile, but she and Marcoux are both firm believers in slow tourism and slow business. She said: 'Not a lot of people know about us, but we think it's so important to be able to provide services for tourists who need it most – like maps, for example, for someone whose phone doesn't have any data. 'We don't feel the need to grow super fast. We're a self-funded business and we want to be sustainable.' Unlike many of the tourist-trap gift shops on the Royal Mile, Source focuses on procuring goods for their shop from strictly Scottish manufacturers – candles from Ayrshire, soaps from Angus, baskets from Stornoway, Edinburgh-made shortbread and tartan accessories made by independent kiltmakers. A selection of the items sold inside Source's artisanal shop (Image: Gordon Terris)With only 18% of small businesses in the UK led primarily by women, Lachhab stressed the importance of Source and what the pair hope to bring to Edinburgh's tourism industry as the busy summer season approaches. READ MORE: NatureScot considers closing Scottish loch car park amid overnight camping She said: 'The biggest question we get asked is actually, 'where can I find a toilet?'. Edinburgh has a real lack of public toilets, so one of my biggest wishes for summer is that the council will add more that aren't in the Old Town so I can direct people to them. 'I also want our staff to be as trained to answer questions as genuinely as possible. I'm not a native English speaker, but we offer information in so many different languages – French, German, Korean, Spanish, Italian and, of course, English. 'We want to be accessible to as many people as possible and bringing diversity to the Mile is something we're really proud of. Maybe we are a little crazy trying to do business here, but we love it.'
Time of India
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Salman Khan to team up with Sooraj Pancholi, Kabir Bedi on son Siddharth's suicide, Paresh Rawal never shot for Hera Pheri 3: Top 5 news
Ayan Mukerji shared unseen photos with Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR from 'War 2'. Zahaan Khan, Zeenat Aman's son, discussed growing up with her fame. Salman Khan's post sparked collaboration rumors with Sooraj Pancholi, later revealed as support for Pancholi's film. Kabir Bedi opened up about his son's suicide and the emotional aftermath. Stop scrolling! Your daily dose of entertainment gold is here. From Salman Khan reportedly teaming up with Sooraj Pancholi , Kabir Bedi talking about his son Siddharth passing away by suicide, to Source claiming Paresh Rawal never shot for Hera Pheri 3; these Top 5 stories are the buzz everyone's talking about. Let's dive in before the internet explodes! Ayan Mukerji shares unseen photos with Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR Filmmaker Ayan Mukerji has shared exclusive behind-the-scenes photos with Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR from War 2, highlighting their exceptional performances. He describes the film as a deeper exploration of the YRF Spy Universe, blending emotional storytelling with high-octane action. The movie also stars Kiara Advani and is set to release in August 2025. Zahaan Khan on growing up with mom Zeenat Aman Zahaan Khan, son of Bollywood icon Zeenat Aman, recently opened up about his experiences growing up under his mother's stardom. In an interview with Vogue, the 35-year-old culinary arts graduate and freelance music composer shared how he initially didn't realize the extent of his mother's fame. He recounted witnessing a devoted Russian fan's annual tradition of visiting Zeenat on her birthday, highlighting the enduring impact of her legacy. Zahaan also discussed his evolving relationship with fashion, embracing self-expression with growing confidence. Is Salman Khan teaming up with Sooraj Pancholi? Salman Khan recently sparked speculation about a new project with Sooraj Pancholi through a cryptic Instagram post. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Her body cannot endure this level of pain; please help her. Donate For Health Learn More Undo The montage featured throwback images of the duo, accompanied by the song "Main Hoon Hero Tera" from Pancholi's 2015 debut film, "Hero." The caption, "subah Sooraj chamkega," led fans to believe in a potential collaboration. However, the post was a supportive gesture for Pancholi's latest release, "Kesari Veer," a historical action film directed by Prince Dhiman. Pancholi expressed gratitude towards Khan for his unwavering support during challenging times. Kabir Bedi on his son Siddharth passing away by suicide Veteran actor Kabir Bedi has shared the profound emotional turmoil he experienced following the suicide of his son, Siddharth. In a candid interview, Bedi revealed the immense grief and financial struggles he faced during that period, expressing feelings of devastation and a sense of being ruined. His reflections shed light on the emotional challenges faced by public figures behind their glamorous façades and offer insight into the profound pain of a parent grieving a child. Paresh Rawal never shot for Hera Pheri 3: Source Paresh Rawal has clarified that he never filmed for Hera Pheri 3, refuting claims made by Akshay Kumar 's production house. A source close to Rawal stated that only a promotional shoot occurred, and his exit was prior to the main filming. The actor emphasized his commitment to professionalism and denied any unprofessional conduct. This clarification follows a legal notice from the production house, alleging breach of contract and seeking damages. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
