Dec. 21 was the winter solstice. Upon waking, I went outside and was treated to a spectacular sky backlit with delicious ...

Today is the winter solstice. Upon waking, Rudi, my German Shepherd, and I went outside and were treated to a spectacular ...

Solstices signify how life on Earth changes in connection to the Sun and how our seasons are defined and define us. When a solstice occurs, the Sun reaches its absolute highest or lowest point ...

For many people in the US, winter arrived early. Blisteringly cold temperatures have colored the landscape white or gray, even though it still isn't officially winter yet, and won't be until Sunday ...

What is the winter solstice? The winter solstice occurs the moment the sun reaches the Tropic of Capricorn, which is the maximum tilt away from the sun. In terms of sunlight, everyone living in the ...

Winter is finally here! And believe it or not, there's actually an "official" first day of winter, the winter solstice, to kick it off. A common misconception is that winter starts after Thanksgiving.