Research by the ETH in Zurich says climate change is making the day longer.
Melting polar ice, which is filling the oceans, is slowing the rotation of the earth.
The findings have been published in the journal of the US National Academy of Sciences, Proceedings.
But you don’t need to adjust your calendar yet – the effect is estimated at 1.3 milliseconds a century.
The moon, and the tides it causes, is slowing the planet by 2.4 milliseconds a century.
New covid variant being monitored
A new coronavirus variant is being closely monitored.
Traffic already heavy
Holiday traffic is building up at one of Switzerland’s key transit routes.
Property tax change coming in 2029
Switzerland is set to overhaul how homeowners are taxed, with major changes coming at the end of 2028.
Karin Keller-Sutter looks to sue Grok
The finance minister has taken legal action in a case that could set a precedent for AI accountability.
Top court rules protestors' fines stand
The Federal Court has upheld convictions against climate activists over a major protest in Zurich.
Bern considers US defense contracts
Switzerland could reconsider a key defense purchase amid growing uncertainty.
