Humanity is 85 seconds from global destruction, scientists warn

Humanity is now 85 seconds from global destruction, the closest ever recorded by the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists. This marks a significant increase from 89 seconds in 2025. The scientists cite escalating nuclear risks from ongoing conflicts and aggressive nationalistic policies, alongside insufficient action on climate change and the dangers posed by disruptive technologies like AI. The report, released January 27, 2026, highlights the amplification of these existential threats by misinformation and a lack of international cooperation, urging a course correction.