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Why removing a distinct religious code for Native American military service members will make their needs invisible

When the Pentagon cut roughly 180 faiths from its religious affiliation codes, shrinking the list from more than 200 categories to 31 in May 2026, it folded “Native American religion” into the broader category of “other religion” – one of many faiths the change pushes out of the military’s view.

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A Native American tribe once relied on oil and gas; now its desert land will help power Meta’s new data center

The Ute Mountain Ute Tribe is developing a large solar project. This initiative will supply clean energy to a new Meta data center. The project marks a significant shift from the tribe's oil and gas revenue. Renewable energy developers face policy uncertainties and permitting challenges. The tribe secured approvals before…

The Times of India

Devils Tower explained: Why America's first national monument is sacred to tribes and still puzzles scientists

It rises 386 metres straight out of the flat plains of northeastern Wyoming like something that was placed there rather than grown from the earth, an enormous column of grey-green rock with perfectly ridged vertical sides and a flat summit that looks, from a distance, almost deliberately engineered. Devils Tower…

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Shocking new evidence reveals true brutality of American War of Independence

The American War of Independence was particularly atrocity-prone because it had a unique combination of features

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Native American tribes mark the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Little Bighorn, in photos

Native American tribes are marking the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Greasy Grass. Known to many as the Battle of Little Bighorn, it’s an iconic symbol of resistance and resilience.

The Independent UK

Native Americans commemorate victory at Little Bighorn with horse races, dance and song

Native American tribes are marking the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Greasy Grass

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As Native American boarding schools project ends, survivors describe feeling honored and restored

The National Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition is wrapping up an oral history project in Tulsa, Oklahoma

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Red, white and blue: A strategy for survival as Native Americans navigate 250 years of history

America's 250th birthday marks a milestone of resilience for Native Americans

The Independent UK

Native American Proverb of the Day: 'You can’t wake a person who is pretending...'- A powerful lesson from profound Native American proverb about awareness and self-truth

A profound Native American proverb, 'You can’t wake a person who is pretending to be asleep,' offers a timeless lesson on self-awareness and the refusal to accept reality. It highlights that true change begins only when an individual is willing to acknowledge truth, emphasizing that external efforts are futile if…

The Economic Times

Mysterious 1937 Painting Sparks Wild Time Travel Theories After Viewers Spot Something ‘Out Of Place’

“It does bear a rather uncanny resemblance,” a historian said about the century-old painting.

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Native American Proverb of the Day: 'Teach us love, compassion, and honor that we may heal...'- Native American lessons on love, compassion, respect, and why healing the Earth begins with healing each other

Native American wisdom traditions highlight the deep connection between humanity and nature, emphasizing that healing the Earth begins with healing each other. A core proverb, 'Teach us love, compassion, and honor that we may heal the earth and heal each other,' underscores that internal transformation through these values fosters healthier…

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Native American Proverb of the Day: 'Don’t be afraid to cry. It will free your...'-Life lessons on emotional healing, inner strength, vulnerability, and why tears can become a path to peace

A Native American proverb reveals that tears are not a sign of weakness but a natural release for sorrowful thoughts. Embracing this wisdom allows for emotional healing and inner strength. Expressing feelings fosters deeper connections and personal growth. This ancient teaching remains relevant today, guiding individuals toward mental and emotional…

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Archaeologist's Libel Claim Over Allegations of "Trafficking in Stolen Native American Human Remains" Can Go Forward

From Judge Robert Hinkle (N.D. Fla.) May 27 in Shanks v. Schwadron: Shanks was an archaeologist employed at the National… The post Archaeologist's Libel Claim Over Allegations of "Trafficking in Stolen Native American Human Remains" Can Go Forward appeared first on Reason.com.

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Native American Proverb of the Day: 'To go on a vision quest is to go into...'- Life lessons on self-discovery, spiritual growth, inner wisdom, and why finding yourself requires looking beyond the ordinary

Native American wisdom offers profound life lessons. A proverb about the vision quest reveals the journey into the 'great mystery'. This journey signifies seeking deeper awareness beyond ordinary understanding. It stresses self-reflection and connecting with nature. This ancient wisdom guides personal growth and understanding one's place in the world. It…

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Native American Proverb of the Day: 'Seek wisdom, not knowledge...' -Here's an importance lesson on wisdom, growth, and experience

Ancient Native American wisdom highlights a crucial difference between knowledge and wisdom. Knowledge gathers facts from the past. Wisdom applies these lessons to shape a better future. This distinction is vital for personal growth and responsible decision-making. Understanding guides actions, offering a path beyond mere information. True insight bridges yesterday's…

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I’ve been studying racist costume parties for a decade, and colleges are failing at educating the students about why they’re wrong

In 2014, a group of students at Bowdoin College thought it would be fun to dress up as Pilgrims and Native Americans for a Thanksgiving-themed party. This is not the first or last event like this, nor is it unique to one college.

The Conversation

Beyond Disney: A 1616 portrait of Pocahontas shows how English colonizers saw Indigenous Americans

Thanks to the Walt Disney Company, Pocahontas may be the most famous Native American who lived in the 17th century. The animated film version of her early life included her speaking with a willow tree, befriending animals, singing about “the colors of the wind,” and being caught up in an…

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A freshman found a tiny stone on a Seattle campus, and what looked like an ordinary rock, uncovered ancient Native American history from thousands of years ago

A small stone point found by a student at the University of Washington in 2009 unearthed a significant archaeological discovery. Experts from the Burke Museum confirmed the artifact's age, dating it between 4,000 and 6,700 years old. This find provided clear evidence of ancient Native American presence on the land…

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A riverside skeleton changed what researchers thought they knew about how the first Americans were

The controversial Kennewick Man skeleton, initially thought to be from a separate migration due to skull morphology, was genetically linked to modern Native Americans. Ancient DNA analysis revealed strong ties to Pacific Northwest tribes, overturning earlier assumptions and highlighting the importance of genetic evidence over physical traits in determining ancestry.

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Christmas, Thanksgiving, Independence Day, and now this? Here's the day off you didn't know you were getting

California lawmakers are advancing legislation that would make Native American Day an official paid holiday for state employees. The proposal, scheduled for the fourth Friday of September, recently passed the Assembly Appropriations Committee with unanimous support. Supporters say the measure acknowledges the state’s historical treatment of Indigenous communities and builds…

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After Kneecapping the Voting Rights Act, the Supreme Court’s Conservative Bloc Kicks Native American Lawsuits Back to Square One

Slamming the door on future lawsuits?

The Guardian - UK

Requiem for America review – Brent Michael Davids gives the invisible a voice in his urgent new work

The BBC Symphony Orchestra and conductor Teddy Abrams performed the world premiere of Davids’ sombre and powerful new work that tells of the colonisation of North America

The Independent UK

Supreme Court sends closely watched Native American voting rights decision back to lower court

The Supreme Court has acted in a Voting Rights Act case brought by Native American tribes, saying a closely watched ruling needs to be reconsidered after the high court weakened the Civil Rights-era law

The Independent UK

Indigenous leaders say US-Mexico border wall is desecrating sacred sites

Contractors are desecrating sacred Native American places and cultural sites, say local indigenous people

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Trump's cuts to a key small business program are gutting Native American businesses and the rural towns that rely on them

Tribal governments have diversified far beyond casinos to become economic engines, but a crackdown on federal small business contracting is threatening their very business model.

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