Doomsday Clock 2026: Humanity at 85 Seconds to Midnight

Doomsday clock

The Doomsday Clock, maintained by the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, is one of the most powerful symbols of human vulnerability. It doesn’t tick like a real clock—it warns. Midnight represents global catastrophe, and the seconds before midnight reflect how close humanity is to existential threats. In January 2026, the clock was set at 85 … Read more