"Every American administration—for that matter every generation—is faced with a version of nuclear threat and has the opportunity to bring about its own version of dealing with that threat." thebulletin.org/2024/08/the-us…

‘I’m afraid I can’t do that’: Should autonomous robots be allowed to disobey orders? Read the full article by Arthur Holland Michel at thebulletin.org/2024/08/im-afr…

With "joy" as the operative word among Democrats rallying at the DNC this week, nuclear threats appeared very far from their minds. bit.ly/3XhLck5

"Water and conflict trends are going in the wrong direction." thebulletin.org/premium/2024-0…

It can be predicted with reasonable confidence that Russia will not threaten, much less use, nuclear weapons against Ukraine. Escalation vis-à-vis NATO, however, appears more likely. bit.ly/4dxjdme

Water-related conflicts are becoming more common. "Investments in the broader effort to create more equitable, sustainable, resilient societies are urgently needed." thebulletin.org/premium/2024-0…

The World Health Organization (WHO) has rung the alarm bell that another mpox crises may be developing. bit.ly/4cEFkGg

"Attacks on water infrastructure and water supplies are not new." But in modern times, water-related conflicts are increasing. Part of our July magazine, this article is available to all readers for a limited time. thebulletin.org/premium/2024-0…

"North Korea—also known as the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, or DPRK—has made significant advances over the past two decades in developing its nuclear weapons arsenal." How many nuclear weapons does North Korea have today? thebulletin.org/premium/2024-0…

Back at school? Current students at all levels are encouraged to submit work to the Bulletin as part of our Voices of Tomorrow program. Find out more at the link below. thebulletin.org/next-generatio…

Just two years after mpox caused a global health emergency, a new, more dangerous version of the virus is spreading in African countries where it hasn't been seen before. Is this new version capable of global spread? bit.ly/4cEFkGg

"Green hydrogen" is seen as an alternative to fossil fuels. What are the barriers to larger adoption? Reporter Mary Catherine O’Connor looks at one case study in the town of Questa, New Mexico. bit.ly/3T7VGA5

"Every American administration—for that matter every generation—is faced with a version of nuclear threat and has the opportunity to bring about its own version of dealing with that threat." thebulletin.org/2024/08/the-us…

"Green hydrogen" production could provide a clean energy source and new jobs, but locals are worried about the water needed to produce it. bit.ly/3T7VGA5

"Nothing good can come out of policy that is consciously blind to possible challenges." The Battle of Kursk probably won’t result in nuclear weapons use against Ukraine. But Russian escalation vis-à-vis NATO can’t be ruled out. ⬇️ bit.ly/4dxjdme

A new more dangerous version of mpox (formerly monkeypox) is spreading in African countries. Is enough being done to control the outbreak? bit.ly/4cEFkGg

📌 Just released: Indian Nuclear Weapons, 2024 We asses that 🇮🇳 continues to modernize its arsenal, with at least 5 new weapon systems and several new delivery platforms under development. We estimate 🇮🇳 has likely has produced around 172 warheads. thebulletin.org/premium/2024-0…

The Bulletin's September magazine, published today, explores how to protect elections and democracy in a critical political year. Read the introduction by John Mecklin and Dan Drollette: bit.ly/4cOURDq

What is the current status of the Indian nuclear arsenal? Read the latest Nuclear Notebook entry from Hans Kristensen, Matt Korda, Eliana Johns, and Mackenzie Knight of Federation of American Scientists🔬: thebulletin.org/premium/2024-0…