Here"s to a great night out or a cozy night in on the longest night of the year! On this day, the Northern Hemisphere, where Canada is located, is tilted farthest from the sun, resulting in the earliest sunset and the shortest day of the year. Called the December solstice, it marks the official beginning of winter and longer days ahead, giving a nice boost to the festive mood.
December solstice
Today in History
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History awaits atop the hill
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Come on, guys, this way!
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World Penguin Day
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Canoeing in solitude
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Trunks packed for road
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Kings of the north
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City of ice
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Bathing boxes at Brighton Beach, Australia
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World Childrens Day
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A day for cousins of every stripe
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An oasis in a sea of sand
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What the heck is a distaff?
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Bavarian Forest National Park, Germany
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The grass looks greener on this side
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An old bridge in a new light
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The ancient home of the Minoans
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Daiichi Tadami River Bridge, Fukushima, Japan
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Beautiful from all angles
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Christmas Eve
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Nature’s own canvas
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Farewell, Ma’am
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Pearl among the emeralds
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International Polar Bear Day
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Kirkilai lakes, Biržai Regional Park, Lithuania
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Camels in the desert, United Arab Emirates
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International Literacy Day
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A galaxy full of stars
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Modica, Sicily, Italy
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International Womens Day
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A cantilevered window to the past