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world1 hour ago•5 min saved

Little LA: Mexico City’s refuge for deported Mexicans rebuilding their lives

In Mexico City’s Tabacalera district, nicknamed Little LA, deported Mexicans—often returning after decades in the United States—find community and support through New Comienzos, which offers legal aid, English classes and mentorship to ease reintegration as authorities forecast more mass deportations under the current US administration; the piece follows returnees like Christopher Gil Ortíz and highlights the challenges of obtaining vital documents, finding work, and reconnecting with family in a new/old home.

via The Guardian|

#deportation #immigration #mexico

entertainment5 months ago•5 min saved

Survivor 50 Premiere Underscores Returnees, Dismisses the New Era

The three-hour Survivor 50 premiere juxtaposes returning veterans with the new-era cast and argues that the so-called New Era is failing; the piece praises familiar players and nostalgia while urging more returnee-based seasons, suggesting that the show can still shine when seasoned players anchor the game and the meta-elements of the newer era prove draining.

via SlashFilm|

#all-star #entertainment #new-era

middle-east6 months ago•42 min saved

Bittersweet homecoming as Gaza opens briefly for returns

Palestinian Eatedal Rayyan reunites with her husband in war-damaged Gaza after nearly two years away, having fled to Egypt for medical care; the Rafah crossing reopened for limited returns, with about 21 Palestinians crossing back on Thursday, and Rayyan says life in Gaza is still beautiful despite widespread destruction as her family plans to live in a tent.

via Reuters|

#gaza #israel-hamas-war #middle-east

world11 months ago•5 min saved

Afghan Earthquake Survivors Face Growing Crisis Amid Limited Aid

Afghan returnees like Nawab Din are struggling to rebuild their lives after a devastating earthquake destroyed their homes, compounding existing economic and climate crises, with many living in tents and facing uncertain futures despite government plans for new housing.

via Al Jazeera|

#afghanistan #crisis #displacement

sports3 years ago•8 min saved

Kansas and Duke top Power 36 rankings after NCAA draft withdrawal deadline.

Kansas and Duke lead the Power 36 men's college basketball rankings after the NBA draft early entry withdrawal deadline. Many top players have decided to return to school, making college basketball older, wiser, and more experienced. The transfer portal is still active, but as of June 1, we have a better idea of some of the rosters. Other teams in the Power 36 include Michigan State, Purdue, Marquette, Florida Atlantic, Miami, Gonzaga, Creighton, UConn, Texas, USC, Houston, Arkansas, San Diego State, Arizona, North Carolina, Kentucky, Ohio State, Illinois, Tennessee, Maryland, Texas A&M, Northwestern, West Virginia, Mississippi State, Indiana, Alabama, UCLA, Providence, Wisconsin, Villanova, Auburn, Colorado, Pitt, and Rutgers.

via NCAA.com|

#college-basketball #nba-draft #ncaa

sports3 years ago•6 min saved

Duke's 2023-24 Dream Team: Filipowski and Returnees.

Kyle Filipowski, Tyrese Proctor, and Mark Mitchell are all returning to Duke for the 2023-24 season, forming the nucleus for what could be the No. 1 preseason team in the nation. Duke's roster construction is shifting away from a singular one-and-done focus, and these three players are proof that five-star talent doesn't have to take the first available exit ramp. Duke is still waiting to see if veteran guard Jeremy Roach will return for his senior season and is targeting a veteran big in the transfer portal.

via The Athletic|

#basketball #duke #kyle-filipowski