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Benjamin Franklin suggested the idea but it wasn't widely adopted until WWI for energy conservation.
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Arizona opted out due to its hot climate, as DST would increase energy usage for cooling.
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Daylight Saving Time wasn’t standardized in the U.S. until the Uniform Time Act of 1966.
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Russia tried it in 2011 but faced complications, leading to its cancellation.
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DST potentially increases the risk of heart attacks and strokes after the clock shift.
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Farming communities opposed DST as it disrupted farming schedules.
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Various health risks arise due to sleep deprivation after the time change.
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The spring forward time change can increase the risk of car accidents.
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U.S. territories have unique stances, exempting themselves from DST participation.
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Hawaii’s exemption stems from its consistent hours of daylight.
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Daylight Saving Time can also impact mental health and overall mood changes.
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Time change affects sleep patterns and potentially impacts the body’s internal clock.
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The Sunshine Protection Act aims to make DST permanent in the U.S.
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The struggle for consensus continues for a permanent solution to DST in the U.S.
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International areas like China, India, and Japan don't observe DST.
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