NEXT UP 📺 See how some institutions are working with Indigenous communities after the new rules governing NAGPRA went into effect. Celebrate as the University of New Mexico celebrates 20 years of it’s Native American Studies program. 🏒 Learn about the recent addition of a First Nations man to the […]
In 1990, the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, also known as NAGPRA, was established to return Native ancestral remains from public institutions. However, 34 years later, many of our ancestors still haven’t been returned. New rules governing NAGPRA went into effect in January. Tune in as ICT’s Mary […]
The new guidelines for the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act took some institutions off guard. There were some that didn’t want to give up items that they had whole collections for and others began working closely with Indigenous communities to forage a blueprint for others to follow. ICT’s […]
What goes on inside those test tubes to detect whether a person is positive for SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19? The pace of coronavirus testing in the United States has seen a meteoric rise in the past week. But the country still lags in tests relative to its population, […]
Scientists race to understand and defeat the coronavirus behind the COVID-19 pandemic. Tune in or stream “Decoding COVID-19” on Wednesday, May 13 at 9/8c on PBS to learn more: https://to.pbs.org/2xnYanv Thumbnail Image: Illustration of coronavirus structure Courtesy CDC/ Alissa Eckert, MS; Dan Higgins, MAMS © 2020 WGBH Educational Foundation
Can an antibody blood test tell if you are immune to COVID-19? NOVA producer Caitlin Saks got the unusual opportunity to investigate her own blood to find out what exactly these “magic” molecules are, why public health professionals are eager to roll out antibody testing, and just what these antibody […]
Indian Country Today’s daily newscast The North American Indian Tennis Association hosted its championship tournament in Tulsa, Oklahoma over the holiday weekend. The event brings more than 100 Native American players to the courts. Jessica Redcorn is the tournament director. Alyssa London wears many hats, including being the founder of […]
Indian Country Today’s daily newscast Secretary Granholm delves into energy and investing in tribal nations. Plus, mother and activist Danielle SeeWalker explains her stories called “The Red Road” And a regular contributor to the newscast goes to Washington The Department of Energy and the Biden Administration have many initiatives dedicated […]
Indian Country Today’s daily newscast Coming up, the US Supreme Court upholds the Indian Child Welfare Act. A Native American has climbed Mount Everest for what’s believed to be the first time. We meet with Rapid City surgeon and climber Jacob Weasel. What’s the impact of the writers’ strike on […]
WATCH: The Supreme Court ruled in Lac du Flambeau vs, Coughlin that tribal nations can be sued under the bankruptcy code. The ruling is set to have implications for tribal economic development and sovereignty. Follow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/IndianCountryToday/ ICT Opinion Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/ICTOpinion Follow us on Instagram – […]
