Mayan doomsday prophecy debunked

A sign announcing the end of the world is seen along a road leading into the city of Alto Paraiso de Goias, central Brazil, Dec 20, 2012. Some residents who believe that Dec 21, which is the last day of the Maya Long Calendar, will also mark the end of the world. Alto Paraiso de Goias is considered a mystical city and has attracted many tourists, which according to local media, feel safe spending the fateful day there. The sign reads, "2013 and the following years. The End." [Photo/Agencies]