The study shows apocalyptic beliefs are no longer confined to the fringes of society – and they’re shaping how people respond to global threats, say scientists.

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Apocalyptic ‘end of the world’ beliefs are increasingly mainstream, research reveals - More people than ever believe the world will end within their lifetime, scientists say ...

Apocalypse thinking is surprisingly common—and it may influence how people react to major global risks, a new study has found.