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The winter solstice is almost here, the Northern Hemisphere’s darkest day

During the Northern Hemisphere’s winter solstice, the upper half of the Earth is tilted away from the sun, creating the shortest day and longest night of the year.

Sun sets behind the Washington Monuments on the eve of winter solstice in Washington DC
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The winter solstice is Saturday, bringing the shortest day and longest night of the year to the Northern Hemisphere — ideal conditions for holiday lights and warm blankets.

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