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Indigenous communities
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america.cgtn.comworld2 days ago
Colombia presidential runoff splits Indigenous communities in southwest
Indigenous residents in Colombia's southwest are divided ahead of the presidential runoff. Some express concern that a far-right shift could reverse policies enacted by outgoing President Gustavo Petro.
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agriculture.einnews.comworld5 days ago
Aeta families in Tarlac face higher fuel costs after Middle East disruptions
Higher gasoline and diesel prices have increased transportation costs for vendors in Kalangitan, reducing daily earnings. Attendance at the Aeta Learning Center has declined as residents prioritize work over classes.
abcnews.go.comworld15 days ago
Pearl Jam bassist funds skateparks on Montana reservations ahead of Tribeca film debut
Jeff Ament, bassist for Pearl Jam, helped build skateparks on every state Native American reservation in Montana. A short documentary he scored premieres Sunday at the Tribeca Festival.
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The Sydney Morning Heraldworld32 days ago
Talent in remote communities faces barriers to professional football draft
Indigenous Australians in remote communities show strong interest in Australian rules football yet face structural obstacles that limit their progression to professional levels. A visit to one such community highlights the gap between local talent and national league selection.
Gristscience39 days ago
Brazilian Mining Agency Maintains Permits in Amazon Despite Gold Laundering Indicators
An investigation by InfoAmazonia found that nearly half of 540 mining permits in the Tapajós River basin in Pará state declared gold production between 2022 and 2026 without evidence of corresponding extraction. The permits, known as PLGs, were originally created in 1989 for smal…
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theglobeandmail.comworld44 days ago
Ontario and Manitoba Aid Flood-Damaged Hospital in Kenora
A hospital in Kenora, Ontario, sustained damage to about 25 percent of its physical space after a flood caused by an infrastructure failure. Scheduled surgeries are cancelled for three weeks while emergency services remain open. Provincial officials from Ontario and Manitoba are…
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GB Newsworld50 days ago
Man Charged With Murder and Sexual Assault of 5-Year-Old Girl Near Alice Springs
Northern Territory police charged Jefferson Lewis with murder and two counts of sexual assault in the death of 5-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby. The Warlpiri girl's disappearance from a town camp sparked riots and looting in Alice Springs. Authorities imposed alcohol restrictions…
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winnipegfreepress.comworld55 days ago
Nathan Chasing Horse Convicted and Sentenced to Life for Multiple Sexual Assault Charges
A Nevada judge sentenced actor Nathan Chasing Horse to life in prison on April 27, 2026, following his conviction on 13 charges related to sexual assault. The 49-year-old, known for his role in 'Dances With Wolves,' was accused by three Indigenous women and girls, including one w…
citizen.co.zaworld65 days ago
Colombian Woman Learns in Adulthood of Genital Modification Performed at Birth in Indigenous Community
A woman born in a remote Indigenous community in Colombia learned in adulthood that she had been subjected to female genital mutilation on her birth day. The practice occurred in Colombia's coffee-growing region. @AFP reported the details without attribution.
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Study Recommends Inuit-Led Approaches to Address Tuberculosis in Nunavik
A study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal examined tuberculosis treatment experiences among Inuit in Nunavik. Researchers interviewed 156 individuals and identified barriers such as limited local services and language issues. The study proposes seven actions t…
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Residents of Elders Home in Kuujjuaq, Quebec, to Be Relocated Due to Heating Issues
The Ungava Tulattavik Health Centre announced plans to relocate 13 residents from the Tusaajiapik elders home in Kuujjuaq, Quebec, because of heating and technical problems. Ten of the residents are bedridden or use wheelchairs. The centre is assessing options within Nunavik or s…