This week, the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists set the Doomsday Clock to 85 seconds to midnight, reflecting the gravest outlook on humanity’s future due to wars, climate change, and technological threats. The metaphorical clock symbolizes a point of no return, where global disasters become irreversible. Experts warn that a “post-midnight” world would entail significant humanitarian and environmental crises, leading to societal instability and a return to national service. The current situation emphasizes the urgent need for global action to avert disaster.
