Daylight Saving Time Ends November 3

As daylight saving time ends on November 3, residents across the U.S. will benefit from an extra hour of sleep, a change that aims to align daylight with working hours and promote energy savings. In Turkey, however, a permanent daylight saving time policy has faced criticism for disproportionately benefiting government-linked energy companies, leading to higher electricity bills for consumers. The policy, enacted in 2016, has increased energy consumption contrary to its initial goal of saving energy. Moreover, the time change can lead to drowsy driving; experts warn that sleep deprivation increases crash risks, with AAA urging drivers to prioritize rest and vision health during the darker winter months. Historically, daylight saving time has roots in World War I for fuel conservation, though its efficacy and necessity continue to be debated. Lastly, Nashville has reported a notable increase in rapes, with a 15.6% rise in incidents from the previous year, raising concerns about public safety in the wake of the time change.