Australia experiences its winter solstice on June 21, marking the shortest day. Despite longer daylight hours starting tomorrow, sunrises will continue to be later for weeks, and colder weather is expected due to Earth's axial tilt and orbital eccentricity.
Australia experiences its winter solstice on June 21, the shortest day of the year. Despite days getting longer from tomorrow, sunrises will continue to get later for weeks, and colder weather is expected due to Earth's axial tilt and orbital eccentricity.
Archaeologists have discovered a 5,000-year-old monument near Stonehenge in Wiltshire, predating the famous landmark by 500 years. The site features two large postholes aligned with the sun, suggesting early solar alignments and ceremonial traditions.
Une vague de chaleur intense devrait toucher la France à partir du 21 juin, menaçant la Fête de la musique. Des températures record sont prévues, notamment en Poitou-Charentes, Centre-Val-de-Loire, Île-de-France et vallée du Rhône, avec des risques de coups de chaleur et déshydratation. Aucune annulation n'a été officiellement déclarée, mais des adaptations locales sont possibles.
Archaeologists have found a 5,000-year-old site in Bulford, predating Stonehenge by 500 years. It features two post holes believed to have held wooden posts aligned with the solstices, suggesting early astronomical reverence and community gatherings.
A 5,000-year-old solstice-aligned monument, potentially a prototype for Stonehenge, has been unearthed near the famous neolithic site in Wiltshire, UK. Carbon-dated to 3000BC, the structure featured two large wooden poles aligned with the midsummer sunrise and midwinter sunset.
La France s'attend à une vague de chaleur intense à partir du 17 juin, avec des pics à 40°C prévus le 21 juin. Les employés de pizzerias, notamment en cuisine près des fours, sont particulièrement exposés à des températures extrêmes, rendant leur travail épuisant malgré les adaptations.
Une vague de chaleur attendue en France avec des pointes à 40°C le 21 juin met en lumière l'exposition des employés de pizzerias aux températures extrêmes, notamment en cuisine près des fours.
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Météo-France annonce une possible première vague de chaleur de 2026 en France, débutant mi-semaine. Prévue près du solstice d'été, elle se caractérise par des nuits courtes et des températures minimales élevées, dépassant les 20°C. Cet épisode sera moins exceptionnel que celui de mai, mais marque un réchauffement climatique.
Tasmania's Dark Mofo festival, known for provocative art and music, begins today in Hobart. The event, run by MONA, features sold-out shows, a free public art installation on a ferry, and the return of the Ogoh Ogoh ritual. The Winter Feast banquet will showcase local businesses and unique dishes, including possum bao buns.
The Ысыах festival, celebrating the summer solstice and the Yakut New Year, is held annually on June 21st in the Sakha Republic (Yakutia). It features traditions like kumis libations, dances, and sports, symbolizing renewal and unity.
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A documentary titled "The Longest Night: Namtaeryeong" explores the unexpected solidarity between farmer activists and young women during a 28-hour rally on South Korea's winter solstice. The film highlights their shared struggle and growing understanding.
