Norwegian Town Introduces 26-Hour Day with Clocks Going Up to 13: A region in Norway’s Arctic intends to implement a revolutionary new 26-hour day in which the number of hours on the timepieces will increase by 13 in order to accommodate its “unique way of life.”
In a letter to the European Commission, Vadso mayor Wenche Pederson proposed the idea. She expects its approval, following which the EU will advise Norway to adopt the new watch.
Ms. Pederson said extending the 24-hour day by one hour is “celebrating and promoting” Norwegian culture in the region, without details. A new watch should help market Vadso and its qualities, which have struggled to attract residents.
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She emphasized, “What are the positive aspects of living here?” “Time has come.” She admitted doubts about the approval of the 13-hour system.
“We haven’t given that much thought,” Ms. Pederson told Politico. “The time will change from 12 to 13… and we will see how this develops.”We haven’t considered everything since they won’t agree.
She wrote to the EU, “Our ‘MOREtime’ initiative commemorates and advocates for this distinctive lifestyle by giving people the chance to spend more time in meaningful pursuits like hunting, fishing, language acquisition, or simply spending time with cherished ones.”
She loved the region’s slower, more communal lifestyle. Due to Russia’s mounting challenges, Ms. Pederson believes the West needs strong regional populations.
“We do not have to rush to catch the buses or trains, endure lengthy commutes to work, or do any of that,” said. “We are extremely content with our location in Norway, which allows us to spend more time together, with friends, and with our family.”
Ms. Pederson said the region is one of Europe’s richest, offering residents more time for hunting, fishing, and language study.
An official said writing to the European Commission won’t change anything because time zone coordination is the responsibility of individual countries.
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