UN to Hear Māori Rights Complaint Against NZ Government
The UN will examine claims of significant discrimination against Māori by New Zealand's coalition government, following the largest ever Indigenous rights protests. Read the full story.
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Monday's Global Photos: Cop30 Protests to Tokyo Sunset
From climate justice protests at Cop30 in Brazil to a landmark Bridget Jones statue in London - see the powerful images that defined Monday, November 17, 2025.
Green Energy Projects Threaten Chile's Indigenous Peoples
Multinational firms are transforming Chilean Patagonia into a green hydrogen hub, but Indigenous communities face pollution and displacement. Discover the conflict between climate goals and human rights.
Victoria's Aboriginal Treaty Signed, Takes Effect 2026
Victoria's groundbreaking treaty with Aboriginal peoples, the first in Australia, is signed. It commences December 2024 but won't be fully operational until 2026. Discover the details and the debate.
Engineer destroys Native American burial site
A Massachusetts engineer faces criminal charges after allegedly bulldozing a protected Native American burial ground to create a 'meditation area' on his $2 million property, destroying priceless archaeological heritage.
Labour's employment rights bill transforms UK workplace
The Labour government's landmark employment rights bill promises the biggest shake-up of workplace protections in decades, challenging the Tory legacy and empowering British workers.
Spit Hood Used on Disabled Prisoner in Shocking NT Footage
Shocking video evidence emerges at inquest showing guards restraining a disabled Indigenous man with a spit hood, raising serious questions about treatment in Northern Territory prisons.
Leanne Hausberg: Missing Native American Woman Case Exposes Failures
The suspicious disappearance of Leanne Hausberg exposes alarming gaps in police response to missing Native American women, raising urgent questions about systemic neglect and justice.
Canada mandates indigenous land acknowledgements on planes and trains
Canada mandates indigenous territory acknowledgements across air and rail travel, sparking both praise and controversy over 'woke' policies in national transport systems.
Traditional Owners Outraged Over Crocodile Relocation Plans
Queensland's Kabi Kabi people express deep cultural concerns over Australia Zoo's decision to relocate a 4.3-metre crocodile from its traditional territory, reigniting tensions over Indigenous cultural heritage.
Voice architect reveals why Australians voted No
Exclusive: One of the key architects behind the Indigenous Voice to Parliament reveals the real reasons behind the referendum's failure and launches stunning criticism against Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price.
Native Americans confront Trump at Manhattan trial
Indigenous community leaders travel to New York to witness historic court proceedings against former President Trump, seeking justice for what they describe as 'generational trauma'
Three arrested in Westminster Supreme Court protest clash
Dramatic scenes unfolded outside the Supreme Court as trans rights activists and women's rights campaigners clashed, leading to three arrests. The confrontation erupted following a landmark ruling on gender recognition laws.
Sydney Rally Demands Justice for Custody Deaths
Heartbroken families and supporters gathered in Sydney to demand accountability and systemic reform following numerous deaths in custody across Australia.
Victoria Passes Australia's First Indigenous Treaty
In a landmark moment for Australia, Victoria has passed the nation's first formal treaty legislation with Indigenous traditional owners, establishing a groundbreaking framework for self-determination and cultural recognition.
Canadian official's 'private property doesn't exist' claim sparks fury
BC Prosecution Service's Niki Sharma faces backlash after controversial comments about private land ownership and Indigenous rights during tense meeting with residents.
Indigenous treaty architect reveals 'unfinished business' demands
The lead architect behind Australia's landmark Indigenous treaty process breaks silence on what must come next, declaring 'unfinished business' that demands urgent national attention.
Trans activists plot to disrupt women's rights march in Edinburgh
Women's rights campaigners in Scotland face organised opposition from trans activists planning to 'drown out' their Edinburgh march, prompting calls for First Minister John Swinney to uphold sex-based protections.
BC's Historic Land Transfer to First Nations
In a groundbreaking move towards reconciliation, the British Columbia government has transferred prime properties worth millions to local First Nations, marking a significant step in addressing historical injustices.
Mount Rushmore's hidden Native American history revealed
As Mount Rushmore celebrates its centenary, new initiatives are finally acknowledging the sacred land's painful history and the Native American tribes displaced for this American monument.
Mervyn Bishop: Indigenous photography pioneer celebrated
Discover the remarkable career of Mervyn Bishop, the pioneering Indigenous photographer who captured Australia's most defining moments, now celebrated in a major retrospective exhibition.
UK bill grants legal rights to nature
A revolutionary bill introduced in Parliament could transform Britain's environmental protection by granting ecosystems legal personhood rights, following global precedents.
Indigenous tribes claim ownership of all homes in Canadian city
The quiet community of Richmond, British Columbia, has been plunged into turmoil after local First Nations tribes asserted legal ownership over all private homes and municipal buildings, leaving residents in legal limbo and threatening to upend property r
McVey: Prisoners should never get vote
Cabinet Office Minister Esther McVey faces backlash after announcing legislation to permanently ban prisoners from voting, defying European Court rulings and igniting human rights debates.
Queensland Indigenous Voice sparks Liberal walkout
Liberal Party members stage dramatic parliamentary walkout over Queensland's proposed Indigenous advisory body, creating political chaos and raising questions about the future of the landmark proposal.
Cowichan Tribes face eviction crisis in Richmond homes
Members of the Cowichan Tribes confront potential homelessness as eviction notices threaten their Richmond homes, sparking concerns about Indigenous housing rights and community preservation.
Wilfred Buck: Celestial Wisdom & Indigenous Stars
Discover how a remarkable new documentary unveils the extraordinary life of Cree elder Wilfred Buck, blending indigenous astronomy with profound personal redemption in a cosmic narrative that will leave you starstruck.
Transgender man wins landmark pregnancy rights case
In a groundbreaking legal decision, a transgender man has won his appeal after the High Court ruled that wanting to conceive and carry a baby is not incompatible with living as a man. This landmark case sets a significant precedent for transgender rights
Ecuador indigenous leaders face state intimidation
Indigenous leaders and environmental activists in Ecuador report escalating government harassment and surveillance following their opposition to extractive industries in the Amazon.
Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act
In a landmark ruling, the US Supreme Court has fundamentally weakened the Voting Rights Act, raising alarm about minority voter protections and the future of electoral fairness in America.
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