The winter solstice—a day many hear about, but may not completely understand. Most people know it’s the shortest day of the ...

Once a year, an astronomical alignment ushers in this seasonal change. Like its winter counterpart, the summer solstice is celebrated across the world—and shrouded in myth.

The winter solstice signals the shortest day of the year. But what exactly happens on that day, and why do we celebrate it?

A group of people in the early morning of the summer solstice in Wiltshire, England. The northern hemisphere celebrates the summer solstice as the longest day and shortest night of the year.

Like it or not, winter is around the corner. But when does it actually start? Here's everything you need to know about the ...

On Sunday, December 21, 2025, you're bound to hear about the winter solstice. But what exactly is it? It's the shortest day ...

Whether you want to take on more responsibility at work, throw your hat in the ring for a promotion or otherwise make your ...

Summer solstice returns with peak sunshine throughout the Northern Hemisphere. On the day of the summer solstice, the sun appears at its highest elevation. WASHINGTON, D.C. - Summer solstice is the ...