The Doomsday Clock is now 85 seconds to midnight, the closest it has ever been, due to nuclear threats, climate change, and unchecked tech advances.

The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists reports that the Doomsday Clock has been set to 85 seconds before midnight, the closest it has ever been to a worldwide catastrophe. The growing threats of nuclear war, climate change, and hazardous new technologies are reflected in this extraordinary environment. Growing geopolitical tensions, ineffective diplomacy, and rapid technological advancement without sufficient safeguards were identified by the organization as critical factors. The position of the clock serves as a sobering reminder of how vulnerable humanity is and an urgent call for international cooperation to prevent catastrophe.