How does a magnetic compass work? Well, it’s all down to basic physics and human ingenuity. The key component of a standard baseplate compass is its magnetized needle, which is allowed to spin freely ...

Dan Joling of Anchorage was set to photograph the full moon rising over the Port of Anchorage on Jan. 6, 2023. His research told him the moon would pop over the horizon at a certain number of degrees ...

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The North Magnetic Pole is not standing still, and the latest shift is already pressuring defense, aviation, and tech systems to adapt fast. If you rely on maps, autopilots, drones, or satellites, the ...

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