All articles tagged with #indigenous culture
Originally Published 9 days ago — by Live Science
Spotted Lake in British Columbia is a mineral-rich soda lake known for its colorful, circular brine pools and cultural significance to the Okanagan Nation, with unique mineral crusts visible in summer and a history of mineral extraction for wartime use.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Daily Galaxy
A near-perfect pyramid-shaped landform called Cerro El Cono has appeared in the Peruvian Amazon, sparking scientific debate over its origin—whether volcanic, erosional, or possibly man-made—while also highlighting ongoing conservation challenges in the region, which is culturally sacred and ecologically vital.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Rolling Stone
Colossal Biosciences plans to bring back the extinct giant moa bird, the tallest bird ever, within 5-10 years by sequencing ancient DNA, building on their previous projects like dire wolves and the dodo, with a focus on collaboration with Māori communities and cultural significance.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Live Science
Seven ancient pre-Columbian funeral urns were discovered on human-made islands in the Brazilian Amazon, containing human bones, seeds, and animal remains, with their age and cultural origins still being studied. The urns were found after a tree fell, revealing their burial site, which was built by indigenous people to protect against floods. The discovery highlights the region's rich archaeological history and the importance of community involvement in uncovering it.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Boat tours through Australia's Horizontal Falls, a sacred natural wonder, will be banned by 2028 out of respect for the area's Indigenous Traditional Owners and to address safety concerns following a boat accident. The ban has sparked mixed reactions, with the WA Tourism Council warning of job losses while the Dambeemangaddee people welcome the decision. The ban aims to restore the sanctity of the site, which holds cultural significance in Indigenous beliefs, and alternative culturally respectful programs and visitor management plans are being developed for tourists to continue experiencing the falls.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by National Catholic Register
The book "Guadalupe and the Flower World Prophecy" by Joseph Julián González and Monique González explores the theory that the mass conversion of Indigenous people to Catholicism following the apparition of Our Lady of Guadalupe in 1531 was influenced by the storytelling traditions of the Nahua people. The authors argue that the story of Juan Diego's encounters with Mary, told through song in the Nahuatl language, resonated with the Indigenous population due to its similarities to their own spiritual traditions, particularly the mythic paradise known as the "Flower World." The book presents a compelling anthropological argument for the unprecedented wave of Christian conversions during that time.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
The Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks in Ohio, a collection of eight prehistoric earthworks built around 2,000 years ago, has been added to UNESCO's World Heritage List. These earthworks are considered the most representative surviving expressions of the Hopewell culture and are believed to have been used for ceremonial and astronomical purposes. This marks the 25th US landmark to be included on the list and the first addition since the US rejoined UNESCO earlier this year. The inclusion highlights the rich cultural and natural heritage of the United States.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Rolling Stone
In the latest episode of "Reservation Dogs," titled "Frankfurter Sandwich," the characters embark on a camping and fishing trip, reminiscing about their old friend Maximus. The episode combines ridiculous and heartfelt moments as the characters open up about their past mistakes and the need for emotional release. The episode explores the connection between previous generations and the current one, highlighting the impact of loss and the importance of friendship.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Telegraph
The mayor of San Pedro Huamelula in Mexico, Victor Hugo Sosa, has married a female caiman named Alicia Adriana in a traditional ceremony believed to bring good fortune to the town. The marriage between a man and a female caiman has been a tradition for 230 years, symbolizing the union of two rival indigenous groups. The mayor expressed his love for the reptile and emphasized the importance of love in a marriage. The ceremony involved dressing the caiman in a wedding dress and taking her to different houses for locals to hold and dance with her. The event was celebrated as a union of two cultures, and the mayor sealed the ceremony with a kiss on the caiman's snout.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC News
Indigenous searchers in the Amazon turned to ayahuasca, a sacred hallucinogenic tea, to find four missing children who were on a plane that crashed. The searchers believed that the tea would induce visions that could lead them to the children. An elder had a vision after drinking the tea and was convinced they would find the children that day. The children's father had taken them out of their village due to safety concerns related to his illegal business dealings. The plane crashed due to engine failure and the search for the children lasted 40 days.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Associated Press
Mexico City's Antiguo Colegio de San Ildefonso, a former Jesuit college, became the birthplace of Mexico's muralist movement in the early 20th century. The murals, created by artists such as Diego Rivera, José Clemente Orozco, and Fermín Revueltas, reflect the country's post-colonial culture and history, including the Indigenous population, political leaders, and the Catholic Church. The murals also celebrate Mexico's ancient cultures while rejecting the violence brought by the Spanish conquest. Today, the building serves as a museum and hosts exhibitions that honor the old masters and inspire contemporary muralists.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by BBC
Aboriginal leader Yunupingu, who was a trailblazer in the fight for land rights and constitutional recognition of Indigenous people in Australia, has died at the age of 74 after a long illness. He rose to prominence in the land rights movement in the 1960s and was named Australian of the Year in 1978. Yunupingu was also celebrated as a singer, artist and promoter of Indigenous culture. He helped set up the Northern Land Council and the Yothu Yindi Foundation, and advocated for constitutional recognition of Indigenous people through the Voice to Parliament.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo News
Vogue Philippines features 106-year-old Apo Whang-Od, the oldest person to ever grace their cover, who is an Indigenous tattoo artist and the last "mambabatok" of her generation. Whang-Od is renowned for her traditional Kalinga tattooing technique called "batok," which she learned from her father at the age of 15. She has tattooed thousands of international visitors and has passed on the craft to her grandnieces to ensure her legacy is carried on. Vogue Philippines praises Whang-Od for preserving the tradition in the face of Western beauty standards that threatened to erase it.