extinction

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned his country could face "veritable extinction" if low birth rates persist.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Many lesser-known groups, including marine worms, are especially at risk, with some facing extinction before scientists have even identified them.

From Science Daily • Mar. 27, 2026

This time, we’re seeing the actor’s answer to “The Studio,” only instead of satirizing the industry’s artistically cheapening franchise obsession, it warns of the full extinction of originality by way of ChatGPT.

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026

The Canadian actor stars in the movie as a science teacher tasked with saving the world from extinction.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

A rare wild rhinoceros on the brink of extinction is probably more satisfied than a calf who spends its short life inside a tiny box, fattened to produce juicy steaks.

From "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari