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New roots of famine: How climate crises and global conflict combine to threaten millions in the Horn of Africa

The Horn of Africa is on the verge of famine as the worst drought in 40 years has extended through its fourth rainy season, but drought alone is rarely what causes famine.

Gathering storm: The industrial infrastructure catastrophe looming over America’s Gulf coast

A Bulletin/MIT analysis shows that almost 4,900 sites that handle toxic chemicals sit in flood-prone areas of Texas and Louisiana, posing a catastrophic environmental threat if a major hurricane hits the wrong place. The government's current plan to protect Gulf Coast infrastructure—the $29 billion Ike Dike—will not stand up to major storms, experts say.

Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists: Call for submissions for Voices of Tomorrow

In 2013, the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists will launch "Voices of Tomorrow," which will feature a monthly essay, op-ed article, or multimedia presentation written or produced by a high school student, college undergraduate, or graduate student. The topic must address some aspect of at least one of the Bulletin's core issues of nuclear weapons, nuclear energy, climate change, biosecurity, or emerging technologies.