US issues travel warning for Colombia: ‘Terrorism, kidnapping risks’

The US Department of State issued a Level 3 warning on April 17, 2025, for those heading off to Colombia. The travel advisory urges travelers to reconsider visiting the popular South American location in light of rampant “crime, terrorism, civil unrest, and kidnapping” in the region, with certain areas showing signs of increased risk factors. US […]

Why 350 Americans died from COVID in a week: Experts explain

Coronavirus is still claiming the lives of hundreds of Americans each week. According to official data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 350 Americans, mostly from high-risk groups, died from COVID-19 last week. Though this number is a significant drop from the peak of 25,974 reported in the week ending Jan 9, […]

Who qualifies for California’s new $700 relief payment? Eligibility details

Many people in California will soon get a $700 check to help with rising costs. According to Mi Bolsillo USA, this money comes from the Family and Workers Economic Stabilization Fund, also called FFESP. It’s meant to help families who are struggling with high prices, low pay, and job problems. Payments started going out in the […]