All articles tagged with #navajo nation
Originally Published 5 months ago — by ABC News
A medical transport plane crashed while landing at Chinle Municipal Airport in Arizona, killing all four onboard, including crew and possibly a patient, with the cause under investigation by FAA and NTSB.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by PBS NewsHour
Navajo President Buu Nygren signed legislation for a proposed $5 billion water rights settlement to secure Colorado River supplies for the Navajo, San Juan Southern Paiute, and Hopi tribes, addressing severe water shortages and marking a significant step in tribal cooperation. The settlement, which requires Congressional approval, aims to provide essential water access to drought-stricken areas and is seen as crucial amid climate change and pandemic challenges.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
Syphilis infections, particularly among Native Americans, have surged to alarming levels, with the Navajo Nation experiencing some of the highest rates in the U.S. The shortage of penicillin, compounded by the diversion of public health resources to COVID-19 care, has exacerbated the situation. Factors such as limited access to prenatal care, mistrust of healthcare providers, and the closure of labor and delivery wards have contributed to the spread of the disease. Efforts to combat the epidemic include expanding access to prenatal care in rural Indigenous communities, increased testing and treatment, and the use of innovative approaches such as providing testing and treatment in the field.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
The upcoming daylight saving time change brings confusion and inconvenience for residents of the Navajo and Hopi tribes in Arizona, as the Navajo Nation follows daylight saving time while the neighboring Hopi reservation remains on standard time. The time difference creates challenges for daily activities, work, and social interactions, leading to a unique situation with businesses, schools, and even family visits being affected. The historical and geographical complexities of the reservations add to the difficulty, and some residents express a desire to do away with daylight saving time altogether.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Livescience.com
The first private lunar lander, Peregrine Mission One, carrying human remains including those of famous individuals, is on its way to the moon after launching from Florida. The Navajo Nation has criticized the mission, stating that landing human remains on the moon is offensive and tantamount to desecration of their sacred space. NASA argues that as the mission is commercially run, it cannot take responsibility for the contents of the lander, while the company behind the mission defends its payloads. The Navajo Nation's concerns are expected to be addressed by the Biden administration in future missions.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NPR
The Navajo Nation is objecting to a plan to send human remains to the moon as part of a private company's rocket launch, citing the moon's sacred significance in their cosmology. The mission, not run by NASA, will carry multiple payloads, including human remains from companies offering "memorial spaceflights." While NASA takes the concerns seriously, it has limited oversight over private missions. The Navajo Nation is requesting consultation and the White House has scheduled an emergency meeting to address the issue.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Ars Technica
The Navajo Nation objects to the commercial lunar lander carrying human remains to the Moon, citing the sacredness of the lunar body in their culture. Despite their objection, the launch is set to proceed as planned, as removing the human remains would cause significant delays. NASA and federal officials have met with Navajo Nation representatives to discuss the oversight and lack of consultation, but the decision ultimately lies with the private company Astrobotic and the Federal Aviation Administration, as the mission is privately owned and licensed for launch.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Outkick
The Navajo Nation opposes the plan to send human remains, including those of former U.S. Presidents and Star Trek actors, to the moon, citing the moon's sacred significance in their cosmology. The Biden Administration has intervened, calling an emergency meeting to address the issue. The remains are set to be launched on a rocket, with objections from the Navajo and other Indigenous groups who view the act as desecration of a sacred space. The space burial company, Celestis, defends the plan, while the Navajo Nation continues to push back, emphasizing the moon's spiritual importance in Indigenous cultures.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
The Navajo Nation is protesting a commercial space burial mission that plans to send the remains of historical figures like George Washington and John F. Kennedy, as well as "Star Trek" celebrities, to the moon, a site they consider sacred. The Biden administration is intervening to address the concerns, while the company behind the mission, Celestis, argues that the mission is respectful and that no single group owns the moon. The controversy has prompted a White House meeting and could potentially delay the mission, which involves sending remains in titanium capsules to the moon's surface and into deep space.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
The Navajo Nation, led by President Buu Nygren, has requested a delay in a moon mission due to objections over plans to land human remains on the lunar surface. CNN's Victor Blackwell interviewed President Nygren to discuss the nation's concerns, which likely stem from cultural and ethical considerations regarding the treatment of human remains and the sanctity of celestial bodies.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by DAWN.com
The Navajo Nation has objected to the US's plan to send a spacecraft with human cremated remains to the Moon, considering it a desecration of a sacred space. The Peregrine lander, set to launch on January 8, will carry scientific instruments and payloads from two companies, including the remains of notable individuals like Gene Roddenberry. Despite previous commitments to consult Native Americans on such matters, NASA has stated it has no control over private partner payloads. The Navajo Nation President has called for a delay in the launch, while the involved companies and NASA are in discussions about the cultural implications and future industry standards.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by East Idaho News
The Navajo Nation has raised objections to a private moon mission, Peregrine Mission One, which plans to carry human remains for a lunar burial, citing the moon's sacred status in indigenous cultures. Despite the concerns, companies involved in the mission, such as Celestis and Elysium Space, defend their plans, emphasizing the care and reverence of their memorial spaceflights. The White House convened a meeting to discuss the issue, but with the launch imminent, Navajo Nation officials are skeptical that their concerns will halt the mission. NASA, while a primary customer, is part of a broader commercial initiative that is shaping the emerging lunar economy, with regulations still in development.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
The White House held an urgent meeting to address the Navajo Nation's request to delay a private moon mission carrying human remains for a lunar burial, which they consider a desecration of a sacred site. The mission, Peregrine Mission One, would be the first American-made spacecraft to land on the moon since 1972. Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren emphasized the cultural significance of the moon and the inappropriateness of its use as a burial site. Despite the concerns, the companies involved, Celestis and Elysium Space, along with Astrobotic Technology, are proceeding with the launch, citing the mission as a celebration rather than desecration. The debate highlights the complexities of space exploration ethics and the need for regulatory oversight as commercial lunar activities increase.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by SpacePolicyOnline.com
The Biden Administration will consult with the Navajo Nation regarding the placement of human remains on the Moon by commercial space missions, as the Moon is sacred to the Navajo people. The remains are being sent by Celestis, a company that is one of the customers on Astrobotic's Peregrine lunar lander, which is part of NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services program. The Navajo Nation President, Buu Nygren, has requested the postponement of the launch, citing sacrilege and a lack of consultation. NASA has no control over non-NASA payloads, but an intergovernmental meeting is being arranged to address the concerns of the Navajo Nation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Associated Press
Indigenous cultures across North, Central, and South America have varying beliefs and practices surrounding solar eclipses. While some tribes, like the Navajo Nation, view eclipses as solemn and intimate moments for reflection and prayer, others use the occasion to pass down cultural teachings and share stories. The Navajo Nation is closing tourist destinations and ceasing operations of tour companies during the eclipse, while other tribes are participating in educational panels and festivals. The significance of eclipses varies among tribes, with each having their own unique origin stories and traditions.