The spring equinox, also known as the vernal equinox, marks the official start of the season. Vernal means "new" and "fresh," according to the Old Farmer's Almanac, and marks the turning point when ...

Clocks will “spring forward” as daylight saving time takes effect at 2 a.m. Sunday, meaning we jump ahead one hour. While the extra evening sunlight might be welcome, the lost hour of sleep can ...