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Global Timekeeping Standards
Started by Speedjot
Living overview
Discussions surrounding international timekeeping focus on reconciling atomic precision with the Earth's natural rotation, prompting adjustments like leap seconds. This highlights a broader tension between maintaining synchronization in digital infrastructure and accommodating astronomical reality. How do modifications to standard timekeeping practices impact coordination across global systems?
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How an accelerating Earth led experts to adopt the leap hour | Science | The Guardian
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