Scientists have noticed that the Earth’s rotation is speeding up. On June 29, 2022, Earth set a new milestone by recording the fastest time to complete one full rotation, giving an extra 1.59 milliseconds to that day. Scientists connect the accelerated movement of the earth to seismic activity, reduced weight at the poles as a result of melted glaciers, and movement of the earth’s molten core over time. Read full article here
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The First Solar-Powered Car Comes at a Hot Price
The Lightyear O is a revolutionary electric car powered by the sun. Developed by a Dutch startup, the four-door sedan has over 50 square feet of solar panels on its roof and hood, generating up to 43 miles of energy a day. With production now underway in Finland, the car does come with a hefty price tag at $262,000, but the company hopes to introduce a more affordable version, the Lightyear 2, by 2025. Read full article here