Stonehenge Solstice Marred by Climate Protest and Orange Paint

Thousands gathered at Stonehenge in Wiltshire, England, to celebrate the summer solstice, marking the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. The prehistoric monument, believed to have been built around 2,500 B.C.E., is aligned to frame the sunrise on the summer solstice and the sunset on the winter solstice. Despite recent vandalism by climate protesters, the site remained open for the event. The solstice has been celebrated for millennia, with modern festivities including festivals, bonfires, and unique gatherings worldwide.