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    It's the winter solstice. Here are 5 ways people celebrate the return of light

    Winter solstice marks the shortest day and longest night of the year, and it falls at exactly 10:27 p.m. ET on Thursday in the Northern Hemisphere. Here are five ways it's celebrated around the world.
    by Diba Mohtasham Dec 21, 2023 2 minutes
    On Yalda night, the Iranian winter solstice tradition, observers gather with family and read classic poetry aloud to greet the returning sun.

    It's officially the start of a new season. Winter solstice, which falls on Thursday in the Northern Hemisphere, marks the shortest day and longest night of the year. From now on, the days become longer and nights become shorter.

    This year, the solstice occurs at , the exact moment the Earth

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