It’s the first day of spring: Here’s what that really means
1 year, 9 months ago

It’s the first day of spring: Here’s what that really means

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Spring has sprung! That’s because on the equinox, day and night last almost the same amount of time — though one may get a few extra minutes, depending on where you are on the planet. According to the U.S. government’s national outlook for the season, this spring is expected to bring wet weather that will continue to ease drought conditions in the western parts of the country. Much of the southern and eastern U.S. may see warmer than usual temperatures this spring, while parts of the Great Basin and northern Plains will likely be chillier than average. ___ The Associated Press Health and Science Department receives support from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute’s Science and Educational Media Group.

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The winter solstice is here, the Northern Hemisphere’s darkest day
6 days, 17 hours ago

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

Associated Press  

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. 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. Meanwhile, at the summer …

Watch the moment spring officially sprung: Incredible timelapse video captured by a satellite reveals the sun shining directly over Earth's equator
9 months ago

Watch the moment spring officially sprung: Incredible timelapse video captured by a satellite reveals the sun shining directly over Earth's equator

Daily Mail  

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Spring really has sprung! Sunworshippers bask in the rays as Britain enjoys above-average temperatures - but catch it while you can because more chills are on the way
9 months ago

Spring really has sprung! Sunworshippers bask in the rays as Britain enjoys above-average temperatures - but catch it while you can because more chills are on the way

Daily Mail  

Britons have been seen enjoying the first glimpses of spring sunshine today, as above-average temperatures were recorded across large parts of the country. Milder temperatures have been enjoyed throughout this week, thanks to winds coming in from Spain and Portugal, with highs of 17C recorded in parts of London today. PORTSMOUTH: People enjoying the warm weather on the beach as …

Spring brings the 2024 vernal equinox, what does it mean?
9 months ago

Spring brings the 2024 vernal equinox, what does it mean?

Hindustan Times  

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The fall equinox is here. What does that mean?
1 year, 3 months ago

The fall equinox is here. What does that mean?

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. That’s because on the equinox, day and night last almost the same amount of time …

The fall equinox is here. What does that mean?
1 year, 3 months ago

The fall equinox is here. What does that mean?

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Fall is in the air — officially. That’s because on the equinox, day and night last almost the same amount of time — though one may get a few extra minutes, depending on where you are on the planet. The Northern Hemisphere’s spring — or vernal — equinox can land between March 19 and 21, depending on …

Spring equinox 2023: Ancient traditions of renewal echo into the modern world
1 year, 9 months ago

Spring equinox 2023: Ancient traditions of renewal echo into the modern world

CNN  

Editor’s Note: Monthly Ticket is a CNN Travel series that spotlights some of the most fascinating topics in the travel world. The term equinox comes from the Latin word “equinoxium,” meaning “equality between day and night.” And vernal also comes from Latin and means “spring.” Why does spring equinox happen? The equinoxes aren’t exactly ‘equal’ Birds start to roost on …

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