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Wambli, also known as Baby Wam, a seven year old from Nebraska will be joining the lineup of performers alongside his dance group at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City.
Bringing Native dances to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade - ICT
Native Pride Productions will take the stage at one of the largest parades in America on Thanksgiving morning featuring nine dancers from different tribes from the U.S. and Canada
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November 26, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Wambli, also known as Baby Wam, a seven year old from Nebraska will be joining the lineup of performers alongside his dance group at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City.
In the latest Global Indigenous column, Indigenous communities in Indonesia’s South Kalimantan province are fighting government efforts to transform their ancestral homelands into a national park.
GLOBAL INDIGENOUS: A fight to save ancestral lands in Indonesia - ICT
Coverage around the world on Indigenous issues for the week ending Nov. 23, 2025
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November 26, 2025 at 4:49 PM
In the latest Global Indigenous column, Indigenous communities in Indonesia’s South Kalimantan province are fighting government efforts to transform their ancestral homelands into a national park.
The Pascua Yaqui Tribe has secured a $60 million naming-rights deal with the University of Arizona, making Casino Del Sol Stadium the largest agreement of its kind in Big 12 history.
Pascua Yaqui, University of Arizona enter stadium agreement - ICT
A deal for naming rights to University of Arizona’s football stadium between the tribe and school is largest in Big 12 conference history. The stadium will be named Casino Del Sol Stadium
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November 24, 2025 at 7:07 PM
The Pascua Yaqui Tribe has secured a $60 million naming-rights deal with the University of Arizona, making Casino Del Sol Stadium the largest agreement of its kind in Big 12 history.
More than 20 years after securing a waiver, the Makah Tribe’s treaty-protected whaling rights remain stalled as federal permitting delays push their next possible hunt even further out.
Makah Tribe’s treaty-protected whaling rights remain blocked more than two decades later - ICT
Federal officials have not responded to the October deadline for the tribe’s permit for a traditional summer/fall subsistence hunt of eastern North Pacific gray whales, covered by the Makahs’ 10-year ...
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November 24, 2025 at 7:03 PM
More than 20 years after securing a waiver, the Makah Tribe’s treaty-protected whaling rights remain stalled as federal permitting delays push their next possible hunt even further out.
United Natives is teaming up with the Arizona Cardinals on a ticket fundraiser, with a portion of sales supporting youth mental health and community programs.
Phoenix nonprofit collaborating with Arizona Cardinals for ticket fundraiser - ICT
A portion of every ticket sold for game against the Jacksonville Jaguars through an exclusive link with United Natives will be donated to the organization and used to support mental health in youth sp...
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November 24, 2025 at 7:02 PM
United Natives is teaming up with the Arizona Cardinals on a ticket fundraiser, with a portion of sales supporting youth mental health and community programs.
Tribal leaders are raising alarms after the Department of Education began transferring key Native education programs to Interior without the consultation required by federal policy.
Department of Education hands off key programs without consulting tribes as required - ICT
UPDATED: Tribes and advocacy organizations are working to understand changes that could have broad impact across Indian Country
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November 24, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Tribal leaders are raising alarms after the Department of Education began transferring key Native education programs to Interior without the consultation required by federal policy.
Even with record Indigenous turnout, COP30 drew protests over limited decision-making access and ongoing threats to Amazon and land rights.
‘A flawed system’: COP30 climate meeting falls short despite record Indigenous turnout - ICT
Protests centered around access to decision-making in the United Nations gathering
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November 24, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Even with record Indigenous turnout, COP30 drew protests over limited decision-making access and ongoing threats to Amazon and land rights.
NCAI delegates have elected their executive committee for the next two years, with Mark Macarro winning another term as president alongside a new and returning slate of national tribal leaders.
NCAI leadership elected for two-year term - ICT
Members of the largest and oldest tribal organization have selected its executive committee leaders
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November 24, 2025 at 6:53 PM
NCAI delegates have elected their executive committee for the next two years, with Mark Macarro winning another term as president alongside a new and returning slate of national tribal leaders.
A new installment in ICT’s Indigenous Identity series looks at the resurgence of Two-Spirit roles across Native nations, honoring traditional responsibilities while challenging colonial misconceptions.
INDIGENOUS IDENTITY: Reclaiming Two-Spirit roles across Native nations - ICT
Two-Spirit people have always existed in Indigenous nations, carrying sacred responsibilities and shaping community life. Today their voices are guiding a resurgence that honors tradition while confro...
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November 24, 2025 at 6:51 PM
A new installment in ICT’s Indigenous Identity series looks at the resurgence of Two-Spirit roles across Native nations, honoring traditional responsibilities while challenging colonial misconceptions.
The Métis have played a crucial role in shaping Canada, from Louis Riel’s leadership to the protection of language rights and the creation of early treaties. Historian Laura Forsythe notes their contributions have been overlooked. Learn more about Métis through our Indigenous Identity series!
INDIGENOUS IDENTITY: Métis history is no longer forgotten - ICT
The Métis people are an integral part of Canada’s history - and future
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November 21, 2025 at 8:30 PM
The Métis have played a crucial role in shaping Canada, from Louis Riel’s leadership to the protection of language rights and the creation of early treaties. Historian Laura Forsythe notes their contributions have been overlooked. Learn more about Métis through our Indigenous Identity series!
In the latest Indigenous A&E column, Lakota artist Cheyenne Randall – known for photoshopping tattoos on famous faces – explores identity and pop culture in new solo exhibit.
INDIGENOUS A&E: Lakota artist explores identity, pop culture - ICT
A biweekly column from ICT with the latest news from the arts and entertainment world
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November 21, 2025 at 5:24 PM
In the latest Indigenous A&E column, Lakota artist Cheyenne Randall – known for photoshopping tattoos on famous faces – explores identity and pop culture in new solo exhibit.
Native golfers give the Manhattan University Lady Jaspers their first win in the program’s first year.
A legacy of firsts for young Native golfers - ICT
Maddison Long and Peyton Beans Factor help Manhattan Jaspers to first win in program’s first year
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November 20, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Native golfers give the Manhattan University Lady Jaspers their first win in the program’s first year.
In the latest Global Indigenous column, Indigenous community centers in Canada are bracing for potential budget cuts after national leaders failed to set aside funds for those centers.
GLOBAL INDIGENOUS: In Canada, Indigenous centers fear budget cuts - ICT
Coverage around the world on Indigenous issues for the week ending Nov. 16, 2025
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November 19, 2025 at 5:59 PM
In the latest Global Indigenous column, Indigenous community centers in Canada are bracing for potential budget cuts after national leaders failed to set aside funds for those centers.
Tribal citizens are among communities navigating the impacts of massive cuts in federal spending and the effects of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
Tribal college leaders are uneasy about US financial commitments despite a funding increase - ICT
Tribal citizens are among communities navigating the impacts of massive cuts in federal spending and the effects of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
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November 19, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Tribal citizens are among communities navigating the impacts of massive cuts in federal spending and the effects of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
Advocates and lawmakers are pushing for reform to ensure more than 300 Native families finally gain homeownership promised through a state-managed federal housing program.
Delayed ownership deepens Native housing crisis - ICT
Advocates and lawmakers are pushing for reform to ensure more than 300 Native families finally gain homeownership promised through a state-managed federal housing program.
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November 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Advocates and lawmakers are pushing for reform to ensure more than 300 Native families finally gain homeownership promised through a state-managed federal housing program.
From online critics to cultural pride, Amelia Schafer shares why she’ll always wear the big auntie earrings.
INDIGENOUS IDENTITY: Big old auntie earrings - ICT
How one ICT reporter’s big earrings managed to irritate some non-Native people
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November 17, 2025 at 6:03 PM
From online critics to cultural pride, Amelia Schafer shares why she’ll always wear the big auntie earrings.
The longest shutdown in U.S. history has ended, yet tribes are bracing for what comes next as key services remain stalled.
Shutdown finally over, leaders worry another may be on the horizon - ICT
Amelia SchaferICT The longest government shutdown in U.S. history ended late Wednesday night when President Donald Trump stamped his seal of approval on the continuing resolution to fund the remainder...
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November 17, 2025 at 6:02 PM
The longest shutdown in U.S. history has ended, yet tribes are bracing for what comes next as key services remain stalled.
Canada loses its designation as a measles-free nation because of rising cases and a decline in vaccinations. Are the US and Mexico next?
Canada loses measles-free status - ICT
Rising numbers of cases and a decline in vaccinations could put the US and Mexico next in line to lose status
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November 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Canada loses its designation as a measles-free nation because of rising cases and a decline in vaccinations. Are the US and Mexico next?
Filmmaker Ken Burns’ new series examines the War for Independence and its impact on Indigenous communities.
'The American Revolution’: 'A war about Indian land' - ICT
Filmmaker Ken Burns’ new series examines the War for Independence and its impact on Indigenous communities
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November 17, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Filmmaker Ken Burns’ new series examines the War for Independence and its impact on Indigenous communities.
Early release of Winnipeg serial killer draws outrage from Manitoba’s Indigenous community.
‘Fighting for justice’: Winnipeg killer’s release shocks Indigenous community - ICT
Protesters in Manitoba outraged that convicted killer gains early release
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November 17, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Early release of Winnipeg serial killer draws outrage from Manitoba’s Indigenous community.
From his CBS debut to a powerful new album, Blaine Bailey shares why his musical journey is only beginning.
Blaine Bailey is just getting started - ICT
The Oklahoma musician talks about his recent appearance on CBS’s ‘The Road’ and his musical journey
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November 14, 2025 at 6:47 PM
From his CBS debut to a powerful new album, Blaine Bailey shares why his musical journey is only beginning.
Native voters supported Zohran Mamdani’s bid for New York City mayor despite his campaign not addressing them directly, and celebrated his historic win.
The original New York voters: ‘Natives for Zohran’ - ICT
Native voters supported Zohran Mamdani’s bid for New York City mayor despite his campaign not addressing them directly, and celebrated his historic win
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November 13, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Native voters supported Zohran Mamdani’s bid for New York City mayor despite his campaign not addressing them directly, and celebrated his historic win.
A Native woman is seeking the governor’s seat in South Dakota, which has the fourth-highest Indigenous population and where tribes have struggled in recent years with state officials, including former governor and now Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
Native woman announces run for South Dakota governor - ICT
Allison Renville will run as an Independent candidate
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November 13, 2025 at 5:22 PM
A Native woman is seeking the governor’s seat in South Dakota, which has the fourth-highest Indigenous population and where tribes have struggled in recent years with state officials, including former governor and now Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
Lumbee tribal leaders appeared before the U.S. Senate Committee on Indian Affairs on Nov. 5 to argue for federal recognition, despite claims that the tribe doesn’t meet federal standards for recognition.
Lumbee call for federal recognition during Senate hearing despite opposition - ICT
Leaders from the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina told the U.S. Senate Committee on Indian Affairs on Nov. 5 that they should receive federal recognition, despite claims that they are not a real tribe
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November 12, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Lumbee tribal leaders appeared before the U.S. Senate Committee on Indian Affairs on Nov. 5 to argue for federal recognition, despite claims that the tribe doesn’t meet federal standards for recognition.
In the latest Global Indigenous column, Canadian Indigenous leaders say they are concerned that crucial reconciliation programs — including education, child wellness and emergency management — won’t be funded beyond spring 2026.
GLOBAL INDIGENOUS: Canadian reconciliation funds may end in 2026 - ICT
Coverage around the world on Indigenous issues for the week ending Nov. 9, 2025
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November 12, 2025 at 5:54 PM
In the latest Global Indigenous column, Canadian Indigenous leaders say they are concerned that crucial reconciliation programs — including education, child wellness and emergency management — won’t be funded beyond spring 2026.