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The White House has unveiled a statue of Christopher Columbus, which had previously been thrown into a river by protesters.

President Cyril Ramaphosa will lead a reburial ceremony for Khoi-San ancestral remains in the Northern Cape, commemorating the repatriation of remains that symbolize historical injustices against indigenous peoples.

Donald Trump has placed a statue of Christopher Columbus in the White House, made from parts of a monument destroyed in Baltimore.

Indigenous Peoples Minister Sonia Guajajara has been hospitalized in São Paulo with suspected infectious symptoms but has shown clinical improvement.

Ivanira dos Santos da Silva, a matriarch of the Sagi Jacu village, became a symbol of indigenous resistance in Brazil as her community fights for land demarcation amidst real estate speculation and agribusiness threats.

Minister Sônia Guajajara has been admitted to the ICU for investigation of an infectious condition, although her health is reportedly improving.

The Women's Salon 2026 exhibition showcases works that celebrate women and indigenous identity, with a focus on dignity and ancestral legacy.

The Queensland government has faced backlash for appointing a police officer involved in the controversial Palm Island riots to the Legal Aid board, reigniting trauma for the First Nations community.

Ontario's Indigenous Affairs Minister Greg Rickford is distinguished by his unique approach to consensus-building and modernization efforts in northern Ontario.

Lewis Capaldi's performance at Lollapalooza was notably preceded by a speech from indigenous leader Raoni Metuktire, raising awareness about environmental preservation.

The article highlights the devotion of residents in Lagoa de São Francisco, Brazil, to their patron saint, Saint Francis of Chagas, showcasing local stories of faith and healing.

Indigenous leader Chief Raoni Metuktire emphasized the critical importance of the Amazon rainforest and environmental awareness during a special appearance at Lollapalooza 2026.

Israel Serafim Santos, a 41-year-old police officer from the National Force, was found dead after disappearing in the Yanomami Indigenous Territory while combating illegal mining.

The Chief of Army Staff of Nigeria commended troops for their effective operations against the Indigenous People of Biafra and the Eastern Security Network in the South East region.

An Indigenous identity researcher has been ordered to pay $70,000 for defaming a University of Regina academic over claims of false identity.

Benito Juárez, an important figure in Mexican history, rose from a Zapotec indigenous community to become the first indigenous president of Mexico, where he modernized the nation and laid the foundations for its institutions.

Israel Serafim Santos, a police officer from the National Force, was found dead after going missing in a river during an operation in the Yanomami Indigenous Territory in Roraima, Brazil.

Rhoda Roberts, a renowned Indigenous broadcaster and cultural figure in Australia, has passed away at the age of 66, leaving behind a legacy of promoting Aboriginal culture and storytelling.

Rhoda Roberts, a prominent Indigenous cultural leader from Australia, has passed away at the age of 66 after a battle with cancer.

Rhoda Roberts, a prominent Indigenous leader and pioneer in the Australian arts scene, has passed away at the age of 66.

Efforts are being made in Kalumburu, Australia, to revive three endangered Indigenous languages spoken by a dwindling number of elders.

The Pirituba Subprefecture in São Paulo has closed a school on Indigenous land due to imminent collapse risk, highlighting long-standing safety issues and the impact on the community's cultural identity.

The leading hypothesis for the death of Indigenous leader Gabriel Ferreira Rodrigues is a traffic accident followed by an ant attack and disorientation in the woods, as per the investigative findings by the Civil Police.

Indigenous Peoples Minister Sônia Guajajara announced her resignation to campaign for reelection as a federal deputy from São Paulo, emphasizing her achievements in promoting Indigenous rights.

A coroner found that the death of a Worimi woman at a remote hospital was preventable due to delays in ordering a transfer to a larger hospital.

A National Force policeman disappeared in a river while returning from an illegal mining operation in Yanomami Indigenous Territory, Roraima, Brazil.

The Festival of Forest Peoples in Belém is currently accepting registrations for creative workshops, featuring audiovisual presentations, music, and other cultural activities focused on Amazonian indigenous and traditional communities.

A federal police officer was injured by an arrow during an operation aimed at combating illegal mining in indigenous territory in Roraima, Brazil.

For the first time in 116 years, an indigenous author, Daniel Munduruku, has taken a seat in the Paulista Academy of Letters in Brazil.

A police officer from the National Force has gone missing in a river in Roraima while participating in an operation against illegal mining in the Yanomami Indigenous Territory.

Chico Roberto, a 70-year-old retiree from the Macuxi people, sells the traditional dish damurida once a week in Boa Vista, promoting Indigenous culture and cuisine.

The control of land is a key factor in political and economic power dynamics, as explored through historical and contemporary examples.

An elderly man was sentenced to over 129 years in prison for the rape of nine children from a Solimões indigenous community in the Tapajós region of Santarém, Brazil.

The article explores the origins and cultural appropriation of the psychoactive substance 5-MeO-DMT derived from the Sonoran Desert toad, addressing its commodification and the mythologizing of indigenous practices.

The Federal Public Ministry of Brazil has raised concerns about potential mercury contamination affecting indigenous and riverside communities due to illegal mining activities in the Rio Tonantins region.

The General Council of the INE in Mexico has decided to include indigenous membership data on voting IDs, but this does not equate to guaranteed electoral rights, raising constitutional concerns.

The Federal Public Ministry (MPF) has filed lawsuits against carbon credit projects in southern Amazonas for alleged violations of the rights of indigenous and traditional communities.

Classes have been suspended in the Jaguapiru Village in Dourados, Brazil, due to a significant spike in chikungunya cases, which has resulted in four reported deaths.

The capture of the culturally significant crocodile Old Faithful has sparked claims of unlawful conduct by Queensland authorities and potential human rights violations.

Isabel Díaz Ayuso, President of the Community of Madrid, disagrees with King Felipe VI's acknowledgment of abuses during the Spanish conquest of America, asserting that similar abuses were committed by the Aztecs and Mayans against indigenous peoples.

An audit reveals that prison programs in New South Wales are failing to reduce reoffending rates among Indigenous individuals, highlighting systemic issues in support services post-release.

A miner has been sentenced for illegally possessing gold extracted from Yanomami Indigenous Land in Brazil's Roraima region.

Madrid president Isabel Díaz Ayuso defends her view on the historical abuses of indigenous populations in a controversy regarding Spain's colonial past with Mexico.

The Cowichan land title ruling is prompting British Columbia appraisers to adjust their property assessments to reflect potential land claims.

Indigenous groups in Pará ended a six-day blockade of the Carajás Railway, protesting against pollution caused by Vale, a mining company.

Pope Leo XIV urged for a proper response to the social, environmental, cultural, and ecclesial challenges in the Amazon during a video message to participants at the VI Assembly of the Amazon Ecclesial Conference in Bogotá.

A report highlights that British Columbia's lack of a legal framework hindered the recovery efforts in Lytton following the devastating 2021 wildfire.

The King of Spain acknowledged the abuses committed during the colonization of the Americas, emphasizing that historical ideals did not meet the reality faced by indigenous peoples.

The Dourados City Hall confirmed the fourth death from chikungunya in the Indigenous Reserve, highlighting an epidemic situation due to the rapid increase in cases.

The article explores the historical efforts of Argentina and Brazil to develop indigenous missile technology and the factors that led to the decline of these programs.