Netflix Responds to Criticism, Changes Its Sexist Description of ‘Pocahontas’
From an angry tweet to an actual change.
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Why Are People Looting Clear Lake?
Thanks to drought and wildfire, previously hidden archaeological sites are now being exposed to passersby. And that's leading to a lot of theft.
Native Americans Are Getting an Unexpected Gift From the Government: the Internet
Here's why that matters.
The Complicated Science—and Conflict—Behind Identifying the First Native Americans
Genetic studies of living Native Americans and ancient remains are revising our theories about America’s first inhabitants.
The Dark Side of Oil Boomtowns: A Discussion on Reddit
Join us next Monday, June 8th for an AMA with University of Regina professor Dr. Rick Ruddell to discuss why resource-rich areas are hotbeds for the abuse of Native American women, and other crimes.
When Catfish Caused Earthquakes
In the past, earthquakes have been blamed on everything from dragons to whales.
How Your Historical Plaque Sausage Gets Made
The process is not nearly as official or meticulous as you might expect.
South Dakota v. Native American Parents: Why Are Children Being Separated From Their Families in Pennington County?
On reservations that have been described as “chaos” and “a swirling hell,” child welfare officials could have good intentions, but their efforts are still in clear violation of the Indian Children Welfare Act of 1978.
What Makes American Cuisine American?
At its essence, American food began as a cuisine of survival free from the burdens of tradition and elitism. Little has changed.