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U.S. Scientists Call for a Time Change

Posted by CmdrTaco on from the this-is-gonna-get-tricky dept.

saqmaster writes "The BBC reported yesterday that U.S. scientists want to change the current system which keeps clocks in sync with solar time by adding a leap second every 18 months or so. This has rattled a few cages with the scientists and operators involved in GMT-related projects and facilities as it would effectively remove the importance of the meridian from timing. "

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  1. not first by Anonymous Coward · · Score: -1, Offtopic

    or second or third, but at least I posted something.