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Doomsday Clock Set at 90 Seconds to Midnight

The Doomsday Clock, a symbolic representation of the countdown to potential human extinction, has remained at 90 seconds to midnight, the closest it has been since its establishment in 1947, according to a panel of international scientists. The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, responsible for setting the clock, pointed to ongoing concerns such as the threat of nuclear escalation in Ukraine, the devastating impact of modern warfare in Israel and Gaza, and the lack of substantial action addressing the global climate crisis, which poses a significant threat to billions of lives.

Last year, the Doomsday Clock was also set at 90 seconds to midnight, reflecting the gravity of the global challenges. Founded in 1945 by figures like Albert Einstein who played a role in developing the first atomic weapons, the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists aims to inform the public about potential threats that could lead to the end of humanity.

Annually, the Bulletin updates the time on the symbolic Doomsday Clock to highlight human-created existential threats, including nuclear war, biothreats like COVID-19, artificial intelligence, and the climate crisis. The clock striking midnight symbolizes a scenario where the world faces catastrophic consequences.