Compiled by BROOKLYN BROWN
One Feather Reporter
American Indian and Alaska Native People suffer highest suicide rates of any racial or ethnic group
With the recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day on Sept. 10, Native News Online addressed the mental health crises of tribal communities, with suicide rates nearly doubling other national averages. The article also includes resource links for those in need of mental health support.
Read more: The Silent Crisis: Suicide Among Native Americans Reflects Global Mental Health Emergency | Health
11 federally recognized tribes raise flags at Minnesota State Capitol
On the morning of Sept. 5, 11 federally recognized tribes from the state of Minnesota raised their tribal flags for the first time at the Minnesota State Capitol. The flags will fly permanently in the new “Tribal Flag Plaza.”
Read more: Tribal nations’ flags raised in historic moment at Minnesota State Capitol – ICT
Hulu releases Blood & Myth, an Inuit true crime story with supernatural elements
On Sept. 4, Hulu released Blood & Myth, a documentary that follows the true crime story of Teddy Kyle Smith, an Inuit actor who is currently serving a 99-year prison sentence for attempted murder. The documentary explores Smith’s court testimonies involving supernatural claims regarding the iñukuns, or little people.
Read more: Blood and Myth Explores Possible Paranormal Factor in Crime | TIME
