NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Barry "Butch" Wilmore returned to Earth on Tuesday after spending some nine months in space.
The big picture: The astronauts traveled to the International Space Station in June 2024 as part of the Boeing Starliner's first crewed test flight. They drew global attention after technical issues and safety concerns delayed their return, but they rejected claims they were stranded or "stuck."
Why it matters: The World Meteorological Organization's State of the Global Climate 2024 report is designed to inform policymakers of the status of the climate system.
