EU Pushes End to Biannual Clock Changes Amid Public Support

As daylight saving time ends in the U.S. on November 2, experts advise gradually adjusting sleep schedules by waking earlier and getting morning sunlight to help reset the body's circadian rhythm and improve sleep quality. While the U.S. continues the practice, the European Union is actively debating ending the biannual clock changes, with a 2018 proposal supported by a large public consultation and European Parliament votes, but stalled due to lack of consensus among member states. Ireland South MEP Cynthia Ní Mhurchú has called for an end to the delays, emphasizing the negative effects of clock changes on wellbeing and circadian rhythms, supported by research such as a Stanford University study. The EU's clock changes, initiated in 1980 to harmonize time across the single market, are increasingly viewed as outdated and harmful by politicians and scientists alike. Meanwhile, local communities in the U.S. are preparing autumn events like Halloween celebrations, signaling the seasonal shift. The ongoing debate reflects a growing global awareness of the health and social impacts of daylight saving time practices.