The Doomsday Clock, a symbolic measure of humanity's proximity to self-destruction, is set to be updated on January 28, reflecting current global threats like the Russia-Ukraine war, Middle Eastern conflicts, nuclear threats, and climate change. Since 2023, the clock has been set at 90 seconds to midnight, the closest it has ever been. The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists assesses the global situation annually. This year, they are considering factors such as nuclear proliferation and disruptive technologies when deciding the clock's new position.
The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists will consider multiple global threats in the clock setting, including nuclear proliferation, disruptive technologies, and ongoing conflicts.
The Doomsday Clock symbolizes how close humanity is to global catastrophe, with midnight representing total annihilation.
If the clock gets closer to midnight, it indicates we are closer to self-destruction; if it moves back, risks have been mitigated.
Current global threats prompting possible movement of the clock include the Russia-Ukraine war, Middle Eastern conflicts, and climate change.
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