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International timekeepers to vote on changing the leap second to a leap hour
To align Universal Coordinated Time with Earth’s rotation, a second occasionally gets added to the year. That may change in 2027
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SB Nation
· Jul 7, 2026
Tuesday Posted & Toasted Notes: Mo’s turn, Andre vs. Mitch, veterans on parade
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Engadget
· Jul 9, 2026
Playdate is helping Big Ben ring on time
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Seeking Alpha
· Jun 22, 2026
The 10-Week SPR Clock Is Ticking
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Borneo Bulletin
· Jun 29, 2026
The missing time mystery
The missing time mystery
Latestly.com
· Jun 26, 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule Today (June 27): Timings in IST, Venues, Groups
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The Economic Times
· Jun 22, 2026
Starmexit: UK set for 7th PM in 10 years
Starmexit: UK set for 7th PM in 10 years
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