People are marking the start of the winter and summer solstices across the globe. North of the equator, celebrations welcome ...

The solstice is one of the few occasions each year when visitors are allowed to walk among the stones, which are otherwise ...

With the rise of Christianity, particularly during the Christianisation of Europe, the Church often integrated existing pagan ...

Temperatures of up to 34C are expected in the UK as the northern hemisphere experiences the longest day of the year.

Humans have been celebrating these events for millennia and on modern-day solstice days, ancient and new traditions mix ...

In 2025, the summer solstice will fall on Friday, June 20. Here are some fascinating facts to celebrate the celestial ...

This year, astronomical summer officially starts on Saturday, June 21, and will end on Monday, September 22. The start of the ...

For northern hemisphere dwellers, Summer Solstice - the longest day and the shortest night of our year - is usually celebrated on June 21st. This year, the exact time of the cross-quarter moment ...

When Does Summer Start? Get the 411 on the Summer Solstice first appeared on Parade on Jun 16, 2025 This story was originally ...

Originating from the ancient custom of burning unwanted objects at the time of the summer solstice, elaborate statues known as “hogueras” are paraded through the streets prior to being set alight.

Thousands of people are set to mark the summer solstice, which signifies the end of spring, and for many is a spiritual celebration at dawn. Each year, people flock to Stonehenge in Wiltshire to ...