• Indigenous Leaders Grant Legal Rights to Whales, Angola Protects Highland Wetlands While Texas Wildlife Refuges Face Border Wall Threats — Today’s Environmental Briefing for Fri, Feb 6 2026

    Indigenous Leaders Grant Legal Rights to Whales, Angola Protects Highland Wetlands While Texas Wildlife Refuges Face Border Wall Threats — Today’s Environmental Briefing for Fri, Feb 6 2026

    Polynesian Indigenous leaders recognize whales as legal persons in groundbreaking ocean governance shift. Angola designates first international wetlands protecting Central Africa's water supply. Environmental groups urge Congress to shield Texas Rio Grande Valley refuges from border construction. Read the full article