What time is it on the moon? White House tells NASA to decide.

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The White House has directed NASA to establish a time standard for the moon, known as "Coordinated Lunar Time (LTC)". The moon has a weaker gravitational pull than Earth, causing time to move slightly faster on the moon. The unified time standard is needed for scientific discovery, economic development, and international collaboration in space. The United States plans to return humans to the moon through NASA's Artemis moon program, while other countries like China and private companies are also aiming for a greater presence in space. Standardizing timekeeping will allow for more precision in spacecraft operations and communication. The European Space Agency has also emphasized the need for a common lunar reference time.

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https://washingtonpost.com/nation/2024/04/03/moon-time-nasa-space-white-house/