The public comment period on the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposal to rescind the regulatory definition of “harm” under the Endangered Species Act closed May 19, 2025. A total of 357,699 submissions were received. The rule is not finalized. Here is what that means.

Recently, I spent my weekend on a mini speed boat as I usually do. This time, I did not bring my dog along because I needed my full and undivided attention on keeping the camera stand and boat steady as I made donuts on the Tampa Bay waters. Boats would pass by and rock the boat. Yes, we can say this excursion was a “cargo full of love and devotion”.

In this episode recap, environmental scientist Dr. Richard D. Gragg III explores the deep connections between people, policy, and the planet. Recorded at a Florida Trail Association meeting, this reflection examines environmental ethics, human health, and why sustainability is ultimately about protecting ourselves as much as the Earth.