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 by December 2026. The time standard, known as "Coordinated Lunar Time (LTC)," is needed because time moves slightly faster on the moon than on Earth due to its weaker gravitational pull. The project is important for scientific discovery, economic development, and international collaboration in space. The United States plans to return humans to the moon through the Artemis moon program, with the goal of a human moon landing by September 2026. China, Russia, and private companies are also aiming for a greater presence on the moon. Standardizing timekeeping will allow for more precision in spacecraft operations and benefit all spacefaring nations.

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