Alejandro Mayorkas

A line of vehicles wait to cross the Canadian border in view of a Canadian flag made of flowers

As Canada border reopens to Americans, US restrictions leave many confused

August 10, 2021COVID-19

Canada has reopened it border to Americans with negative COVID-19 test, ahead of opening up to other countries. But many feel shafted by the US’ decision not to reciprocate, and US rules and restrictions have left some people confused.

A man is shown with his left sleeve raised and a medical professional injecting a syringe into his arm.

More countries halt use of AstraZeneca vaccine

March 16, 2021Top of The World

Homeland Security chief defends US handling of migrant increase at border

March 16, 2021Migration

A man is shown wearing a dark t-shirt and face mask while looking at a wall covered with bright posters and the prices of various goods.

Venezuelan migrants in the US granted temporary protected status

March 9, 2021Top of The World

A man is shown holding a sign that reads "Not 1 more deportation" while speaking to Joe Biden who is holding a microphone.

Biden expands quick bid to undo Trump’s immigration policies

February 2, 2021Biden administration

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Miami Haitian community still feels earthquake’s effects, 6 months later

August 14, 2013Environment

Six months after a massive earthquake shook Haiti, Haitians and Haitian-Americans are still coping with the fallout. We speak with two reporters about the situation.

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