On June 16, the country of more than 6.5 million reported a total of more than 4,000 confirmed cases and hit a daily high of 125 new reported cases, though some believe the figures are underreported.
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N.Y. Archdiocese, Somos care offer Covid-19 tests in underserved communities
The Archdiocese of New York, in partnership with Somos, an immigrant doctors network, will offer covid-19 testing to underserved communities in New York City.
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White House to issue more stringent asylum rules
The changes may eliminate multiple grounds under which people can be granted asylum and allow immigration judges to reject asylum applications without hearing from those seeking it.
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More Catholic bishops, laity join in ‘Black Lives Matter’ protests
As the protests over the death of George Floyd continued, more and more Catholic clergy are joining in, lending their voices in demanding justice and human rights.
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Central America battles coronavirus pandemic and tropical storms
Organizations such as Catholic Relief Services face complications in helping the communities because of the ongoing pandemic restrictions set by local governments.
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American Indian communities feel Covid’s wrath
The needs of Native Americans during the pandemic are of special concern and humanitarian agencies such as Doctors Without Borders are alerting everyone to that fact.
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In Appalachia and Silicon Valley, bishops see good and stark in the pandemic
Bishop John E. Stowe, of Lexington, Ky., reflects on what being a pastor is like during a pandemic.
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From behind the camera lens, bishops adapt to ‘virtual’ dioceses
During the pandemic, the American Catholic Church is adapting in how to celebrate the Liturgy by broadcasting livestream Masses and other religious services.
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U.S. bishops issue statement in support of migrant farmworkers during coronavirus
The bishops’ statement said that “conditions of their immigration visas can make them unwilling or unable to speak out about a need for protection due to the threat of losing their job.”
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Coronavirus highlights disparities in ethnic communities
In mid-April, the Iowa Department of Health pointed out that Latinos made up almost 20% of New York State residents with confirmed COVID-19, even though they’re 6.2% of the population.