Many people throughout history have dedicated their time to pondering the possible time and manner of the world’s demise. Certain of these forecasts are frustratingly vague, while others offer impressively detailed predictions, specifying the end of New York or declaring that Jesus will make an appearance on television, though they never indicate a certain channel.
If you’re someone who is anxiously waiting for the end of the world (and maybe needs a hug), don’t be sad that none of these have happened. Arguably the coolest end of the world prediction is Ragnarök, from Norse mythology meaning, “The doom of the gods,” and there’s no set date for that. So while we sit and wait for the final battle between the Odin, Loki, Thor, and the Frost Giants, here’s a list of 25 Times The World Was Predicted To End But Didn’t.
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