warn Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Effective 18 min ago Columbia, MO (Boone County) US
There are no serious national events at this time.
Current global situation indicates multiple low-level risks across geopolitical, environmental, and economic domains. Weather advisories are active in multiple US regions with localized impact. Seismic activity is moderate with several earthquakes recorded globally, but no catastrophic events detected. Cryptocurrency and stock markets show mixed performance with minor fluctuations. Geopolitical tensions remain elevated, particularly in Ukraine and the Middle East, with ongoing diplomatic and military positioning. Travel advisories are in effect for several countries, suggesting regional instability. No immediate large-scale threats are currently evident, but continuous monitoring is recommended.
LAST UPDATED 11-17-2025 @ 04:30PM (CST)World Clock
At time of updateWashington, D.C.
05:30PMLos Angeles
02:30PMLondon
10:30PMMoscow
01:30AMBeijing
06:30AMUrgent
The most severe events and alertsextr South Sudan - Level 4: Do Not Travel - Level 4: Do Not Travel
Effective 5 days ago ---
ok Volatility Index is up 12.8593%, currently at 22.38
Effective 3 min ago ---
Alerts
The most recent alertsadvi Test Message
Gaithersburg, MD
Effective 4 min ago Expires in 6 min
advi Small Craft Advisory
Forks, WA
Effective 12 min ago Expires in 1 hr
advi Small Craft Advisory
Forks, WA
Effective 12 min ago Expires in 7 hr
advi Small Craft Advisory
Westport, WA
Effective 12 min ago Expires in 1 hr
advi Test Message
Gaithersburg, MD
Effective 14 min ago Expires in 4 min
Events
The most recent eventsok M 2.5 - 18 km SW of Point Reyes, CA
Inverness, CA Effective 30 min ago
ok Green earthquake (Magnitude 4.5M, Depth:10km) in Greece 17/11/2025 21:04 UTC, 250 thousand in 100km.
Skýros, ESYE24 Effective 1 hr ago
watc M 4.5 - 29 km WNW of Skýros, Greece
Skýros, ESYE24 Effective 1 hr ago
ok M 2.9 - 58 km S of Whites City, New Mexico
Mentone, TX Effective 2 hr ago
watc M 3.3 - 60 km S of Whites City, New Mexico
Mentone, TX Effective 2 hr ago
Financial
The latest global financial dataDOW
46590.24
-1.18%
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FTSE 100
9675.43
-0.24%
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DAX
23590.52
-1.20%
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S&P 500
6672.41
-0.92%
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Nikkei
50323.91
-0.10%
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Volatility Index
22.38
12.86%
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Crude Oil
59.66
-0.72%
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Gold
4045.1
-1.20%
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DOW Futures
46707
-1.11%
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Cardano (ADA)
0.4627
-4.46%
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Bitcoin (BTC)
91875.54
-2.45%
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Dogecoin (DOGE)
0.15206
-4.03%
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Ethereum (ETH)
3017.39
-2.42%
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Solana (SOL)
131.18
-4.30%
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U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - National
3.056
1.23%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - East Coast
2.912
-0.17%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - New England
2.972
1.40%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Central Atlantic
3.095
1.14%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Lower Atlantic
2.782
-1.45%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Midwest
2.91
2.90%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Gulf Coast
2.599
3.50%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - Rocky Mountain
2.909
-0.99%
US EIA
U.S. Regular Gasoline Prices - West Coast
4.159
0.75%
US EIA
Polygon (MATIC)
0.1995
-4.59%
Coinbase
Global markets are experiencing a downturn, with major indices like Nikkei, FTSE 100, DAX, S&P 500, and DOW all showing negative performance. Cryptocurrencies are also declining, with Bitcoin down 2-2.7%, Ethereum down 2.6-3.6%, and Solana experiencing the most significant drop at -5.1%. Commodities like crude oil and gold are also trending downward.
Data
The latest global dataEthiopia
Level 3
Burundi
Level 3
Moldova
Level 2
Uzbekistan
Level 1
Bhutan
Level 1
Jamaica
Level 2
Papua New Guinea
Level 3
Portugal
Level 1
Anguilla
Level 1
Greece
Level 1
Sweden
Level 2
Fiji
Level 1
Laos
Level 2
Geomagnetic Storm
none
Radio Blackout
none
Solar Radiation
none
DEFCON 5 - GREEN
DEFCON 5
Japan
Level 1
South Sudan
Level 4
South Africa
Level 1
Central African Republic
Level 4
Egypt
Level 1
Niger
Level 4
Tanzania
Level 3
Mali
Level 4
Dominican Republic
Level 1
Omaha, NE
11.0 - Cloudy
Antarctica
Level 1
Sudan
Level 4
Sri Lanka
Level 2
Ecuador
Level 2
Romania
Level 1
Spain
Level 1
Bulgaria
Level 1
Croatia
Level 1
Italy
Level 1
Lebanon
Level 4
São Tomé and Príncipe
Level 2
United Kingdom
Level 1
Equatorial Guinea
Level 2
Maldives
Level 2
Canada
Level 1
South Korea
Level 1
Madagascar
Level 3
Barbados
Level 1
Sierra Leone
Level 2
Nepal
Level 3
Armenia
Level 2
Belarus
Level 4
Travel advisories are in effect for several countries, with Ethiopia, Burundi, and Papua New Guinea at Level 3 (Reconsider Travel), while Moldova, Jamaica, Sweden, and Laos are at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution). Most other monitored countries remain at Level 1 (Normal Precautions). Defense and space weather conditions remain stable.
Headlines
The latest headlines of interest!!! China warns citizens against Japan travel as Taiwan spat escalates
France24 ---
Death toll from earthquake in eastern Afghanistan passes 800
SCMP ---
Russia bets big on drones – and sets a new standard for modern armies ANALYSIS
Russia Today ---
Global tensions remain high with multiple conflict zones presenting significant geopolitical risks. Russia continues aggressive military operations in Ukraine, while the Middle East remains volatile with ongoing conflicts in Gaza and potential maritime tensions in the Red Sea. China-Japan relations are increasingly strained, and Iran's internal political crisis adds another layer of regional instability. The interconnected nature of these conflicts suggests a complex and potentially escalating global security environment that requires careful diplomatic and strategic monitoring.
