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Hindustan Times
6 minutes ago
- Hindustan Times
Trump to shut down NASA missions that monitor carbon dioxide and plant heath
The Trump administration is moving to shut down two NASA missions that monitor a potent greenhouse gas and plant health, potentially shutting off an important source of data for scientists, policymakers and farmers. NASA said in an emailed statement on Wednesday that the missions were "beyond their prime mission" and being terminated "to align with the President's agenda and budget priorities".(AP File Photo) President Donald Trump's budget request for fiscal year 2026 includes no money for the Orbiting Carbon Observatories, which can precisely show where carbon dioxide is being emitted and absorbed and how well crops are growing. NASA said in an emailed statement on Wednesday that the missions were "beyond their prime mission" and being terminated "to align with the President's agenda and budget priorities". But the missions -- a free-flying satellite launched in 2014 and an instrument attached to the International Space Station in 2019 that include technology used in the Hubble Space Telescope -- still are more sensitive and accurate than any other systems in the world, operating or planned, and a "national asset" that should be saved, said David Crisp, a retired NASA scientist who led their development. They helped scientists discover, for example, that the Amazon rain forest emits more carbon dioxide than it absorbs, while boreal forests in Canada, Russia and places where permafrost is melting absorb more than they emit, Crisp said. They also can detect the "glow" of photosynthesis in plants, which helps monitor drought and predict food shortages that can lead to civil unrest and famine, he said. "This is really critical," Crisp said. "We are learning so much about this rapidly-changing planet." The decision to end the missions is "extremely shortsighted", said Jonathan Overpeck, a climate scientist at the University of Michigan. "The observations provided by these satellites ... (are) critical for managing growing climate change impacts around the planet, including in the US," he said. Looking to Congress Crisp and others hope Congress will vote to preserve funding for the missions, which are funded through the fiscal year that ends on September 30. A bill in the House closely aligns with the president's request and would eliminate the missions, while a Senate version preserves them. But with Congress in recess, it is unclear whether a budget will be adopted before the new fiscal year that begins on October 1. If it does not, Congress could adopt a resolution to continue current funding until a budget is passed, though some lawmakers fear the Trump administration could try to delay or withhold that money. Congressional Democrats warned acting NASA Administrator Sean Duffy last month that it would be illegal to terminate missions or impound funds already appropriated by Congress. Experts said the administration's move to eliminate funding aligns with other actions to cut or bury climate science. "The principle seems to be that if we stop measuring climate change, it will just disappear from the American consciousness," said University of Pennsylvania climate scientist Michael Mann. Backup plan Crisp and others also are trying to put together a coalition of outside partners -- including from Japan and Europe -- that could fund and operate the instrument attached to the space station. NASA said it will accept outside proposals through August 29. The free-flying satellite, though, is at risk of being brought down, meaning it would burn up in the atmosphere. National Public Radio first reported that NASA employees were making plans to end the missions. Crisp said advocates are hoping NASA also allows outside control of that satellite, which covers more of the globe, but there are legal hurdles to overcome because it would mean giving control of a US satellite to a group that could include foreign partners. "We are going out to billionaires. We are going out to foundations," Crisp said. 'But ... it is a really, really bad idea to try and push it off onto private industry or private individuals or private donors. It just does not make sense.'
News18
30 minutes ago
- News18
Hrithik Roshan's 17-Year-Old Son Hridaan Runs From Paps As They Scare Him; Fans ANGRY
A viral video shows paprazzi chasing after Hridaan Roshan as he runs away from them and looks upset. Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan and his ex-wife Sussanne Khan are proud parents to two sons — 19-year-old Hrehaan and 17-year-old Hridaan. Both boys usually maintain a low profile and are rarely seen in the public eye. As such, anytime the boys make a public appearance, the internet laps it up. However, a recent incident with Hridaan has left fans in shock. A viral video shows paparazzi chasing Hridaan after the boy spots them and runs away from them. The cameras don't stop clicking even after Hridaan sits in his car and looks visibly upset by the attention. The video shows how the young boy is uncomfortable around the shutterbugs, who continue to chase him. Have a look here: The video has angered fans, who took to Reddit to express their hot takes. One person wrote, 'Paps should be notified by the police against stalking, esp minors." Another added, 'Wish people took a stronger stance against these vultures. I know often celebs hire them themselves, and that is a separate discussion, but the ones who stalk someone and make their lives uncomfortable should have firmer actions against them." One comment read, 'I used to follow these pages when they would genuinely spot a celeb, and it was interesting to watch. I unfollowed them years ago when they just went nuts." Another comment mentioned, 'Why would you run after a barely legal child like that!? He legit seemed a little scared and accosted." Another added, 'It's so uncomfortable to watch… Bilkul sharam nahin aa rahi inhe… Bloody vultures." A comment mentioned, 'Poor kid. He is being hounded. This is a crime…The way this child ran to a safe place is really sad. It's a crime to harass people like that." Another read, 'Poor kid. I also remember the Internet being so creepy towards his looks as a minor, lots of weird comments from clearly middle-aged women. This is literally harassment." One person wrote, 'Wtf is wrong with paps? Literally, middle-aged men running behind a minor and traumatising him. This should be an offence. Do these people know the concept of personal space?" This incident has once again raised questions about the paparazzi culture in India, and when do spotings become an invasion of space. This incident has especially angered netizens due to Hridaan's age. Meanwhile, Hrithik Roshan and Sussanne Khan are yet to react. Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
30 minutes ago
- News18
Woman working as domestic help held with Rs 14 lakh MD drug in Thane
Thane, Aug 7 (PTI) Police have arrested a 25-year-old woman who worked as a domestic help after seizing MD drug (mephedrone) valued at Rs 14 lakh from her in Maharashtra's Thane district, officials said on Thursday. Naushin Mainuddin Sheikh, resident of Mumbra, was apprehended on Tuesday evening while she was found moving in a suspicious manner on a road near a defunct hotel in Ulhasnagar, an official from Hill Line police station said. She was stopped and during checking, the police found her in possession of 71.03 grams of MD (mephedrone), a synthetic drug banned under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, he said. The estimated market value of the seized contraband is Rs 14,31,120, the official said. During her interrogation, the accused claimed she had procured the drug for sale from a resident of Nalla Sopara in neighbouring Palghar district and efforts were on to nab him, he said. A case was registered against the accused under relevant sections of the NDPS Act. 'We are currently investigating the source of the contraband and its intended recipients," the official added. PTI COR GK (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) view comments First Published: August 07, 2025, 10:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
