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Ontario, Canada First speech in Indigenous language On May 28, politician Sol Mamakwa spoke to the lawmaking assembly of Ontario in Anishininiimowin, his Indigenous language (original language spoken by people native to a place). It was the assembly’s first speech in an Indigenous language. Previously lawmakers were required to speak in English or French at the assembly, but that rule was recently changed. Mamakwa said he felt “thankful and proud.” Neubeuern, Germany Toddler art sells for thousands Paintings by 2-year-old Laurent Schwarz (above) have started selling for up to $7,000 apiece. Schwarz creates colorful art using brushes, rollers, spatulas, and his fingers. His parents, Lisa and Philipp, first noticed their son’s artistic talent in September 2023 and set up a website to sell his work. They said all the money…

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