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Earth’s rotation is speeding up — here’s what it means for timekeeping

Find out what’s speeding up Earth’s rotation and why it may force timekeepers to delete a second ...

Earth’s Rotation Is Changing Faster Than at Any Time in 3.6 Million Years

Climate change is slowing Earth's rotation at record speeds, causing GPS timing errors and navigation delays on your ...
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By the end of the century, climate change could affect Earth's rotation more than the Moon, scientists warn

By the End of the Century, Climate Change Could Affect Earth's Rotation More Than the Moon, Scientists Warn ...

Human-driven climate change is slowing Earth's rotation at a rate not seen in 3.6 million years

Today's sea level rise is significant enough to slow the rotation of the planet by just over a millisecond per century.
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Human Activity Is Actually Making Earth’s Days Longer

But new research suggests a new player is making an impact: us. By studying foraminifera, tiny single-celled marine organisms ...