Just like the European hare, we get a little more hop in our steps this time of year—and a bit more daylight as well. It"s the second Sunday of March, when most Americans and Canadians "spring forward," setting their clocks ahead one hour in observance of daylight saving time (DST). Then on the first Sunday of November, we"ll "fall back" by turning our clocks back an hour.
Daylight saving time
Today in History
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A national icon
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In the Most Serene Republic
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International Kissing Day
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Land ho in New Zealand 250 years ago
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The persistence of Perito Moreno
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World Wildlife Day
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Happy Halloween!
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National Hispanic Heritage Month
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Fibonacci Day
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Mardi Gras flower power
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The Battle of the Bulge 75 years later
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World Bee Day
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Natural Bridges State Beach in Santa Cruz, California
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Dragon dance performed in Chenzhou, Hunan Province, China
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Happy Star Wars Day!
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A lunar lantern celebration
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Presidents hear the echo of history
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Wilderness Act anniversary
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Long-eared owl in the Czech Republic
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On this shore, history was made
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National Mountain Climbing Day
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World Bicycle Day
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Behold the mighty Aldeyjarfoss
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Life in the slow lane
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A toast to California!
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Patriot Day
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Boxing Day in East Yorkshire, England
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Reflections on Memorial Day
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Observing World Braille Day in Bavaria
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Mid-Autumn Festival