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Did the clocks go forward or back last night and do other countries change theirs?


Published on 2025-03-30 09:04:02 - Metro
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The article from MSN discusses the recent time change in Australia where clocks were set back by one hour, marking the end of Daylight Saving Time (DST) for the year. This adjustment occurred in the early hours of Sunday, providing an extra hour of sleep for those in participating states. The article explains that not all of Australia observes DST; states like Queensland, the Northern Territory, and Western Australia do not participate. It also touches on the global practice of DST, noting that while many countries follow this biannual clock change, others like Japan, India, and China do not. The piece further explores the reasons behind DST, including energy conservation, though it acknowledges the ongoing debate about its effectiveness and the disruptions it causes, with some regions considering abolishing the practice altogether.

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