Does being the first to reach a piece of land give you special rights? And are those rights collective and inherited? That is the question Australians are gearing up to answer in a referendum.

Indigenous researchers are up against a ticking clock: Of the 4,000 Indigenous languages worldwide, one dies every two weeks with its last speaker. “Within the next five to 10 years, we’ll ...

In 2024, Indigenous Peoples Day and Columbus Day fall on Monday, Oct. 14. The holidays occur annually on the second Monday of October. Post offices will close, as well as many public schools.

In a proclamation for last year’s holiday, President Biden said that Indigenous Peoples’ Day is intended to “honor the perseverance and courage of Indigenous peoples, show our gratitude for ...

Indigenous scientists are scrambling to protect their data from the Trump administration’s war on diversity, equity, and inclusion.