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Inquest to examine death of Heather Winterstein at Niagara hospital
Healthcbc1mo ago

Inquest to examine death of Heather Winterstein at Niagara hospital

An upcoming inquest will investigate the death of Heather Winterstein at a Niagara hospital, with her mother raising concerns about the treatment of Indigenous people and those with mental health and substance use issues in the healthcare system. Community members gathered in Fort Erie, Ont., to pay tribute to Winterstein.

The Ainu People's Tradition of Raising Bears as Children
Culturedelfi-lt1mo ago

The Ainu People's Tradition of Raising Bears as Children

This article explores the unique cultural perspective of the Ainu, the indigenous people of northern Japan, who traditionally viewed bears not merely as animals but as guests from the world of the gods, sometimes raising them as children.

Anambra seals another market over sit-at-home
PoliticsPremium Times1mo ago

Anambra seals another market over sit-at-home

Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra had closed the Onitsha Main Market for one week in January because the traders were observing the illegal sit-at-home declared by the outlawed Indigenous Peoples of Biafra. The post Anambra seals another market over sit-at-home appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Pedro de Alvarado: A man of violence who helped shape modern Mexico
WorldMexico News2mo ago

Pedro de Alvarado: A man of violence who helped shape modern Mexico

Pedro de Alvarada had a reputation for bravery among his fellow Spanish conquistadors, but was known for his cruelty among the Indigenous people of Mexico and Central America. The post Pedro de Alvarado: A man of violence who helped shape modern Mexico appeared first on Mexico News Daily

Putin Remains Adamant on Sakhalin Bridge Plan
Worlddelfi-lt18h ago

Putin Remains Adamant on Sakhalin Bridge Plan

Russian President Vladimir Putin reiterated the necessity of building a bridge to Sakhalin during a meeting with representatives of Russia's small indigenous peoples, marking his fifth such promise in eight years.

Nigerian troops dismantle IPOB bomb factory and hideouts
PoliticsPremium Times1mo ago

Nigerian troops dismantle IPOB bomb factory and hideouts

Nigerian troops, in collaboration with other security operatives including the Nigerian Air Force, have dismantled a bomb-making factory and hideouts belonging to the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) in operations that began on March 3.

This Day in History: Magellan Falls in Battle
Worldlsm-lv4d ago

This Day in History: Magellan Falls in Battle

Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan, known for leading the first expedition to circumnavigate the globe, died in battle against indigenous people over 500 years ago on April 27, 1521.

First Nations Leaders Oppose BC's Plan to Pause DRIPA
Culturecbc20d ago

First Nations Leaders Oppose BC's Plan to Pause DRIPA

First Nations leaders in British Columbia are urging NDP MLAs to reject Premier David Eby’s proposal to suspend sections of the province’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA), as the government prepares for a confidence vote.

IPOB Lawyer Ejiofor demands release of Igbo youths held at Wawa Barracks
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

IPOB Lawyer Ejiofor demands release of Igbo youths held at Wawa Barracks

By Alumona Ukwueze  ENUGU— Renowned Nigerian human rights lawyer and lead counsel to the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Sir Ifeanyi Ejiofor, has called on the Federal Government of Nigeria and the Attorney-General of the Federation to urgently intervene and order the immediate release of hundreds of Igbo youths  being unlawfully detained at the Wawa […] The post IPOB Lawyer Ejiofor demands release of Igbo youths held at Wawa Barracks appeared first on Vanguard News.