Winter starts this weekend. In astronomical terms, we're in the darkest days of the year and headed into the coldest season. The solstice has the longest night and shortest daytime hours of the year.

Yes the darkest day of the year is here, but that means brighter days are ahead. Sunday is the shortest day of the year north of the equator, where the solstice marks the start of astronomical winter.

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The shortest day of the year is Dec. 21. Not something to celebrate, you might think. Something to get through, like a layoff or a cold, in hopes of better — or at least longer — days to come. But the ...

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The winter solstice, a phenomenon revered by ancient civilisations, continues to hold profound significance today as it heralds the official start of winter. This annual event marks the shortest day ...

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