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Originally Published 2 months ago — by Chicago Tribune
The article discusses Kathryn Bigelow's Netflix film 'A House of Dynamite,' which depicts a fictional nuclear attack on Chicago, and explores how it reflects real-world nuclear risks, the current state of nuclear deterrence, and the potential impact of AI on nuclear decision-making, emphasizing that the threat remains significant and underestimated.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
The Doomsday Clock, a metaphorical timepiece created in 1947 to symbolize the threat of nuclear Armageddon, remains at 90 seconds to midnight, the closest it has been to "The End." Originally designed with a 15-minute range, the clock now responds to threats like climate change and pandemics. Despite the diminished threat of nuclear weapons in Ukraine, the clock's setting has not changed, reflecting ongoing global concerns about self-destruction.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Mirror
In the event of a nuclear war, scientists suggest that humanity could be saved from global starvation by seaweed, particularly kelp farms, which could potentially feed up to 1.2 billion people and replace 15% of current food consumption. With the Doomsday Clock ticking closer to midnight and fears of global conflicts reignited, researchers have found that seaweed could be an unlikely hero in the event of a nuclear war, helping to mitigate the drastic drop in global food production caused by the environmental effects of such a conflict.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
The Doomsday Clock has been set at 90 seconds to midnight, the closest it has ever been to symbolic apocalypse, due to ongoing nuclear threats, the rise of artificial intelligence, and the escalating climate crisis. The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists highlighted concerns about AI's potential to magnify disinformation and its military uses, as well as the deterioration of nuclear arms reduction agreements and ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. Urgent action from global leaders is emphasized to prevent a catastrophic outcome, with the hope that younger generations will lead the charge in reducing the likelihood of global catastrophe.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
The Bulletin of Atomic Scientists has moved the "Doomsday Clock" to 90 seconds to midnight for the second year in a row, citing existential threats such as nuclear war, climate disasters, and the danger of generative artificial intelligence. The group emphasized the need for global cooperation and highlighted the potential for powerful countries like the United States, China, and Russia to make a positive impact and turn back the clock.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Reuters.com
The "Doomsday Clock" remains at 90 seconds to midnight due to escalating nuclear threats, worsening climate change, and disruptive technologies. Factors driving the risk of global catastrophe include Russia's actions on nuclear weapons amid its invasion of Ukraine, Israel's conflict with Gaza, and the increasing nuclear arsenals of China, Russia, and the United States. Climate change also plays a significant role, with 2023 being the hottest year on record and global greenhouse gas emissions continuing to rise.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
The Doomsday Clock, maintained by the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, remains at 90 seconds to midnight, signaling the ongoing threats of nuclear war, climate disasters, and generative artificial intelligence. The group cited the nuclear threat in Russia’s war on Ukraine, worsening climate-related disasters, and the danger of AI as factors contributing to the potential for global catastrophe. The organization emphasized the need for global cooperation and highlighted the role of powerful countries like the United States, China, and Russia in addressing these pressing issues.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
The "Doomsday Clock" remains at 90 seconds to midnight, reflecting the heightened risks of global catastrophe due to factors such as Russia's actions on nuclear weapons amid the Ukraine invasion, Israel's Gaza war, and worsening climate change. The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists highlighted the threats posed by nuclear escalation, climate change, and disruptive technologies, emphasizing the need for urgent action. The decision to keep the clock unchanged from the prior year underscores the ongoing instability in the world.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
The Doomsday clock remains at 90 seconds to midnight in 2024, indicating the continued high risk of global catastrophe due to factors such as the war in Ukraine, climate change, and disruptive technologies. The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, which tracks man-made threats, highlighted the ongoing war in Ukraine, environmental milestones, and advances in artificial intelligence as major concerns. The clock was initially created in 1947 to represent the threat posed by nuclear weapons technology and has since been adjusted based on global events and scientific assessments.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
The Doomsday Clock remains at 90 seconds to midnight, the closest it has ever been, due to concerns about a new nuclear arms race, the war in Ukraine, and climate change. The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists cited the expansion and modernization of nuclear arsenals by major countries, as well as the ever-present risk of nuclear escalation. The threat of misusing emerging biological technologies and AI tools, along with a lack of action on climate change, were also factors. The world currently has about 13,000 nuclear warheads, with the UK recently increasing its cap on warheads and Russia making statements suggesting the use of nuclear weapons. Opposition to nuclear weapons continues, with protests against the potential return of US weapons to the UK.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
The Doomsday Clock has been reset to 90 seconds to midnight for the second year in a row, indicating the continued state of unprecedented danger the world faces. The decision takes into account global threats such as the Russia-Ukraine war, climate crisis, genetic engineering technologies, and the advance of generative AI. The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists emphasizes the urgent need for governments and communities to act, while also expressing hope in the younger generations leading the charge. The Doomsday Clock serves as a metaphor to warn humanity about the potential for global catastrophe, and speakers at the event, including Bill Nye, emphasized the need for better management of the technologies created to prevent catastrophe.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
The annual update of the Doomsday Clock, maintained by the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, has kept the symbolic time at 90 seconds to midnight, the closest it has ever been. The decision is made by the Science and Security Board in consultation with Nobel laureates, considering global threats such as disruptive technologies, nuclear proliferation, ongoing conflicts, bio-threats, climate crisis, and disinformation campaigns. The Doomsday Clock, a metaphor for humanity's proximity to self-annihilation, has been referenced by world leaders and is respected for its science-based stance.