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world2 months ago

Kathryn Bigelow’s ‘House of Dynamite’ Highlights the Real Threat of Nuclear War

Kathryn Bigelow's film 'House of Dynamite' serves as a wake-up call on the dangers of nuclear weapons, highlighting the escalating risks and the importance of diplomatic efforts like extending the New START treaty to prevent nuclear catastrophe. The article emphasizes the power of culture to influence public opinion and policy on nuclear disarmament, urging leaders to take concrete steps toward reducing nuclear arsenals and improving safety measures.

world2 years ago

"Doomsday Clock 2024: Revealing Humanity's Proximity to Global Catastrophe"

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.