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New York Post
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
William Shatner makes planetary plea to Trump, Elon Musk: Make Pluto great again
To boldly go where we were not too long ago. Legendary actor William Shatner wants President Trump to restore Pluto to greatness as scientists claim to have found a 'new' ninth planet. 'So there's a 10th planet that was found in our solar system?' 'Star Trek's' Captain Kirk, 94, wrote on X. 'I suggest that we get Trump to name it and while he is at it; restore Pluto as a planet and put an end to the union's tyranny of the cosmos,' wrote the two-time Emmy Award winner. The 'Boston Legal' star then suggested his fans recruit X owner Elon Musk to 'get the President to sign one of those Executive thingies to make Pluto a planet again.' 5 The 'Star Trek' star implored X owner Elon Musk to 'get the President to sign one of those Executive thingies to make Pluto a planet again.' Getty Images for One Drop 5 William Shatner/X Some repliers expressed doubt that the President of the United States had jurisdiction in matters of the stars — but Shatner suggested the final frontier of Trump's authority has yet to be explored. 'Says who? He renamed a Gulf and the Astronomer who discovered Pluto was American. Seems like America has jurisdiction on things outside its borders,' Shatner wrote, adding the expressionless emoji. The 'Rocket Man' singer was riled by a new study that claimed to have discovered a far-off and entirely theoretical celestial body that some believe qualifies as the 'ninth' planet in our dear solar system. 5 President Donald Trump changed 'The Gulf of Mexico' to 'The Gulf of America' earlier this year. REUTERS 5 A detailed view of Pluto, constructed from multiple NASA Hubble Space Telescope photographs taken from 2002 to 2003 and released in 2010. REUTERS He slammed the 'corrupt nerds on a power trip' at the International Astronomical Union who were exercising a 'tyranny of the cosmos' — portending to name any new planet discovered by scientists and voting to demote Pluto in 2006. Shatner believes they have no basis for their authority and could be trumped by the president. 'BTW why do they need a union?' Shatner asked in one in his X threads. 'It's not like anyone would care if they went on strike. Maybe it's to prevent bullying?' 5 Space-X CEO Elon Musk was recruited by the original Captain James T. Kirk to bend Trump's ear toward Pluto. Getty Images The now-dwarf planet was first discovered in 1930 by Clyde W. Tombaugh, an Illinois native, at Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, Arizona. Outside of his extensive travels through the cosmos as captain of the USS Enterprise, Shatner has more recent space experience — taking the inaugural trip on billionaire Jeff Bezos' 'Blue Origin' in 2021. 'The covering of blue, this blanket, this comforter of blue we have around us. We think, 'Oh, that's blue sky,' and all of a sudden you shoot through it and you whip the sheet off you and you're looking into blackness, into black nothingness,' Shatner told reporters outside the craft.
Yahoo
22-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
World Water Day: One Drop amplifies its mission for safe water access with "The Unfair Glass" campaign
MONTREAL, March 22, 2025 /CNW/ - In celebration of World Water Day, the One Drop Foundation reaffirms its commitment to ensuring safe water access for all while fighting the climate crisis. With a staggering 2.2 billion people worldwide—approximately one quarter of the global population—lacking access to safe drinking water, One Drop is dedicated to addressing this critical issue through innovative solutions and community-driven initiatives. This year, One Drop introduces "The Unfair Glass" campaign—a creative endeavour designed to raise awareness about the clean water crisis. The campaign features a specially designed glass with a fake bottom filled with soil, symbolizing the portion of the population without access to clean water. This powerful visual metaphor challenges perceptions and underscores the urgent need for action. "This glass is more than just a symbol. We intend to use it as a catalyst for change. We'll be sharing these "Unfair Glasses" with influential voices around the world, inviting them to join the conversation and increase the urgency of this global crisis," says Lisa Clowery, Co-CEO at the One Drop Foundation. "One Drop is bringing hope and health to nearly 3 million lives. We've seen children return to school, families flourish, and entire communities transformed. These are not just statistics; they are stories of resilience, made possible by the generosity of our supporters worldwide." Funds raised through this initiative will support sustainable projects that provide communities in Canada, Latin America, India and Africa with long-term access to safe drinking water. "Water is the most critical issue of our lifetime. The harsh reality that countless communities worldwide, including some in Canada, are forced to live without safe drinking water is a gut-wrenching reality that we cannot ignore. Since 2007, One Drop has mobilized essential funds and connected communities disproportionately affected by water-related challenges with technical assistance, knowledge, and expertise," adds Ernenek Duran, Co-CEO at One Drop. Last year's survey conducted by Maru/Blue for One Drop revealed significant insights into Canadians' views on water resources: 41% of Millennials believe climate change could affect water access, dropping to 35% for Gen Xers and 27% for Baby Boomers. Approximately 1 in 3 respondents think all Canadians have equitable access to safe water. This perception increases to 51% among Gen Z individuals. However, despite Canada's abundance of water resources, roughly 30 First Nation, Métis and Inuit communities still lack access to safe drinking water according to 2025 data. A vast majority (86%) says governments should protect our water resources; however, only 50% feel individuals share this responsibility. "The Unfair Glass" campaign is set to inspire a sustainable future with safe water for all. This bespoke initiative aims to engage audiences through targeted touchpoints that highlight the harsh reality of the global water crisis. The campaign will roll out across various platforms, including a dedicated landing page at OLV advertising, public relations support, content creator engagement, social media content, and fundraising events in key cities such as Montreal, Toronto, Edmonton, and Las Vegas. About the One Drop FoundationOne Drop unites people and empowers communities to solve the water and climate crisis through innovative, sustainable actions. Channelling the creative spirit of Cirque du Soleil, the Foundation rallies local and international changemakers to raise funds and co-create solutions that drive life-changing projects worldwide. Since 2007, One Drop has transformed the lives of nearly 3 million people in Latin America, India, Africa, and among Indigenous communities in Canada. Learn more at and follow One Drop's impact via our newsletter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok. SOURCE One Drop Foundation View original content to download multimedia: Sign in to access your portfolio
