Artist Markus Fischli is restoring a painting on an antique cabinet. At 80 years of age, he still works five to six hours a day. Fischli is one of Appenzell’s master “peasant art” painters.

The 2023 winter solstice arrives at 10:27 p.m. Eastern on Dec. 21. Here’s what the shortest day of the year means and how it ties into the start of winter.

The 2024 winter solstice, the shortest day of the year, happens on Saturday, Dec. 21, and is marked with traditions and celebrations around the world. Latest U.S.