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world1 day ago•5 min saved

Greenland undecided on genocide verdict after forced contraception reviews

Two expert panels on Denmark's forced contraception in Greenland produced divergent conclusions: one said Inuit women's rights were violated but stopped short of genocide, the other found no genocidal intent; Greenland's justice minister cautioned that a final genocide ruling cannot be made. Denmark apologized and a reconciliation process plus compensation were announced, and officials say they will work together while debate continues on whether the acts meet the Genocide Convention.

via BBC|

#contraception #denmark #genocide

world6 months ago•3 min saved

Arctic Solidarity Shaped by Nuuk Consulate Opening as Trump Threats Loom

Governor General Mary Simon attended the opening of Canada's Nuuk consulate to bolster Inuit solidarity with Greenlandic communities amid Donald Trump’s threats about U.S. influence in the Arctic, while emphasizing Canada’s focus on people-to-people ties and trade with Greenland.

via CTV News|

#consulate #inuit #mary-simon

nature1 year ago•2 min saved

Century-Old Harpoon Discovered in World's Oldest Mammal

In 2007, Inuit whalers in Alaska discovered a 100-year-old harpoon embedded in a bowhead whale, indicating the whale's age to be around 115 years. This finding highlights the exceptional longevity of bowhead whales, which can live over 200 years, making them the longest-living mammals. The harpoon, an exploding lance from the late 1800s, was identified by a historian, adding to the evidence of the species' resilience and survival despite historical commercial whaling.

via IFLScience|

#bowhead-whales #harpoon #inuit

entertainment3 years ago•3 min saved

Cracking the Code: Tips and Answers for Wordle #671 (April 21)

Today's Wordle hints at a palindrome word that requires paddles, with the answer being "kayak." The word originates from the Inuit language and refers to a type of boat used for transportation, hunting, and fishing in Arctic regions. The author shares their experience playing competitive Wordle and offers readers a chance to play against them. They also discuss their recent foray into AI animation and voice work.

via Forbes|

#ai-animation #competitive-gaming #entertainment