The shortest day of the year is the winter solstice for your hemisphere: around 21 December in the Northern Hemisphere and around 21 June in the Southern Hemisphere. On that day, you get the fewest ...

The winter solstice has long marked a time of rebirth, behind it are fascinating astronomical events. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it ...

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