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Daylight saving time ends this weekend in many regions, with clocks set back an hour. New Stanford research supports adopting permanent standard time, citing health benefits linked to circadian rhythm alignment. The change impacts sleep, health, and international coordination, especially between Europe, North America, and Israel.
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Recent articles highlight the health and safety impacts of daylight saving time (DST). A US lawmaker linked DST to increased accidents and injuries, while research shows switching clocks disrupts circadian rhythms, affecting sleep and health. Public opinion remains largely opposed to the biannual change.
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With the expiration of ACA subsidies, millions face higher premiums and deductibles, risking coverage loss and increased financial strain. Congressional debates continue, but many Americans are already feeling the impact of rising healthcare costs, which threaten to worsen inequality and reduce access to care.
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As of late November 2025, the US, UK, Canada, and Japan face an early, severe flu season driven by the H3N2 subclade K variant, which has mutated beyond current vaccine strains. Hospital admissions and flu cases, especially among children and vulnerable groups, are rising. Concurrently, norovirus infections are doubling nationwide, with health officials urging hygiene and vaccination to mitigate risks.