Subject: Static GK (General Knowledge)
Book: General Time Knowledge
Countries occasionally shift their time zones to align better with major trade partners, reduce evening energy consumption, or match seasonal daylight hours. Russia, for instance, has adjusted its time zone structure multiple times. The tiny island nation of Samoa famously moved west of the International Date Line to improve economic ties with Australia and New Zealand. These shifts often prompt global headlines and extensive local debate, as daily schedules, computer systems, and even traveler jet lag all get affected. Learning about such cases reveals how time zones can be powerful geopolitical tools.
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