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North Pole drift towards Russia sparks navigation concerns

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The magnetic North Pole’s steady shift toward Russia is raising alarms among scientists, with potential impacts on smartphone navigation. Unlike the fixed geographical North Pole, the magnetic pole moves due to Earth’s molten iron activity.

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Recent data shows the drift has slowed to 15 miles per year, a drop from its peak speed in 2020. Experts highlight the unpredictability of this movement, complicating forecasts of magnetic field changes, particularly as it contrasts with the South Pole’s steady pace.

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