Time6 days agoThe ancient reason there are 60 minutes in an hourA mysterious 5,000-year-old decision led directly to how we still count time today.6 days ago7 Mar 2026How people woke up before alarm clocksFrom candles that drop metal nails to the knocker uppers of industrial Britain, people devised plenty of cunning ways to ensure a timely wake-up before alarm clocks came along.7 Mar 20265 Jan 2026How the 1973 oil crisis made Nixon rethink timeWhen an oil embargo rocked the US, the president's radical solution was to make citizens start their working days an hour earlier – even in the darkness of midwinter5 Jan 202625 Oct 2025How daylight saving time affects your healthChanging the clocks is linked to a plethora of health impacts – from heart attacks to car crashes.25 Oct 20259 Mar 2025Three time-based puzzles from the ancient worldAs the clocks go forward this spring, see if you can solve these puzzles based on ancient calendars.9 Mar 20258 Mar 2025The bizarre quantum paradox of 'negative time'Cause is usually followed by effect, but in the quantum world, time's sequencing is not so straightforward.8 Mar 20256 Mar 2025Where Daylight Saving is abolishedThe pros and cons of daylight saving sparks debate around the world. Here's why some places have opted out.6 Mar 202518 Nov 2024The surprising origin of time zonesThe invention of railroads ushered in a new era of land travel, and forever changed the way humans perceive time.18 Nov 20242 Nov 2024What happens to baby sleep when the clocks changeWhen the clocks shift for daylight savings, it can disrupt everyone's sleep for a few days. For tired parents, it can be an extra worry.2 Nov 2024...
