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Scientists Vote to Abolish Leap Seconds!

From New Scientist ยท October 16, 2026
Scientists Vote to Abolish Leap Seconds!

In a recent meeting in France, scientists decided to stop adding leap seconds to the universal clock. Since 1972, 27 leap seconds have been added to keep our clocks in sync with the Earth's rotation. This decision could change how we measure time and is an important development in the world of science.

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