Christmas is celebrated by most modern Christians just four days after the winter solstice.

Source: https://greekreporter.com/2023/12/21/winter-solstice-ancient-greece/

Dating back over 5,000 years, Newgrange is aligned with the rising sun on the winter solstice.

Source: https://www.irishcentral.com/travel/travel-tips/winter-solstice-ireland

Now that the winter solstice has passed, believe it or not the days are getting longer.

Source: https://www.theargus.co.uk/news/24012959.dont-sad-days-getting-longer/?ref=rss

On December 21, Montclair comes together to support music and community on the winter solstice for Montclair Make Music Winter.

Source: https://montclairlocal.news/2023/12/montclair-make-music-winter-a-day-of-music-and-community/

The “amalgamation of stressors” at this time of year — with family, academics for students, the winter solstice plus the holidays, often make mental health a secondary concern, she said.

Source: https://www.greeleytribune.com/2023/12/23/this-is-a-time-mental-health-needs-to-take-the-front-seat-holiday-well-being-can-be-difficult-balance/

The date of the Chinese New Year is determined by the lunar calendar, falling on the second new moon after the winter solstice on December 21. This year it falls on January 22.

Source: https://www.batemansbaypost.com.au/story/8051406/overcoming-challenges-to-celebrate-chinese-new-year-in-the-regions/?src=rss

The winter solstice is upon us!

Source: https://everout.com/seattle/articles/the-top-50-events-in-seattle-this-week-dec-11-17-2023/c5255/

Two events Thursday illustrated both facets of the winter solstice well, both as night fell, both illuminated by candles.

Source: https://www.timesleader.com/opinion/1640652/a-time-of-remembrance-and-reflection