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This month’s bulletin spotlights a range of stories related to Indigenous peoples and climate change, extractivism, and the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the United States.

Operation Metro Surge cost residents and businesses in Minneapolis nearly $700 million in economic losses, writes Ibrahim Hirsi for Truthout.

Alexandra Rauscher explores how Vive Río San Juan and Tequisquiapan Verde are working against the current of constant economic growth, creating a grassroots coalition to protect the river that brings life to their community.

This month’s bulletin spotlights ongoing threats to Indigenous communities across the Amazon Basin as well as ongoing dialogue about the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues.

As leftist parties in Spain work to build a unified strategy in advance of national elections in 2027, John Collins writes that the country’s most pressing issue - a lack of affordable housing - is poised to play a key role.

On Sunday, May 17, residents of all ages took to the streets of the Spanish capital, Madrid, to march in solidarity with the Palestinian people in their struggle against colonial domination and violence.

Government agency inquires into AI tool using journalistic content with no compensation for media companies. Fernanda Canofre reports for Global Voices.

This month’s bulletin spotlights key developments at the 2026 session of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues as well as stories on AI and data centers, land rights, and Indigenous knowledge.

Carmen Critelli reports that the recent spike in deaths of people on the move off the southwestern coast of Italy exposes the intersection of climate instability, migration routes across the Mediterranean, and the policies that govern Europe’s borders.

This month’s bulletin spotlights ongoing struggles over water and land rights as well as important new initiatives to promote and expand Indigenous reporting projects.

“When you interview people, you have to tell them, you know, the job is $18.60 per hour, but I can't guarantee you'll get paid on time, even though I'll do my best to advocate for you,” says Renee Christian. “How are you going to get anybody to work?”

In northern Mexico, a powerful dialogue among researchers and local brickmakers points the way toward a transition that can improve public health and address a “generational injustice.”

This month’s bulletin spotlights stories revealing how unevenly Indigenous rights, sovereignty, and voices are respected in both national and transnational contexts.

AI-generated images, gendered disinformation, and harmful narratives were used to target Ugandan women politicians.

Gabriel Rufián’s surprising call for new thinking among Spain’s leftist parties seeks to change the conversation and spark a unified struggle against the far right. Will it work?

Spearheaded by the Community Action Organization, the program seeks to address chronic poverty in the city - but as Steve Peraza writes, the prevalence of precarious, low-wage jobs constitutes a formidable barrier.

Theia Chatelle writes for Truthout: Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz upheld an eviction moratorium during the pandemic. Why won’t he issue one now?

Despite a more than 10-to-1 ratio of speakers opposing the agreement vs. those supporting, the board’s Republican majority gave the green light to collaboration with ICE.

This month’s round-up highlights ongoing threats to Indigenous lives and sovereignty from Ghana and Colombia to the Philippines and Greenland.

The far right is on the march in public discourse, but media watchdogs and grassroots solidarity provide important counterweights.

“They have important stories to tell. They are extremely passionate. And they don’t do this for money – what they seek are rights for their communities.”

More people are joining the movement after the fatal shooting of Renee Good

Elvis Takahashi Mantello writes for Global Voices

News on climate resistance, land restoration efforts, digital activism, and more.

Which stories from our global network of grassroots journalists topped the list this year?

Indigenous voices at the COP30 summit highlight this month’s round-up

Mashal Baloch brings us the story of Farishta Azizi

News on extractive industries, AI, the rights of nature, and struggles over Indigenous Peoples Day.

News of Indigenous resistance, leadership, education, and reflection on the impact of AI.