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What the equinox 'henge' effect tells us about U.S. cities

Sep 21, 2026 · Bill Chappell

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What the equinox 'henge' effect tells us about U.S. cities
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The fall equinox, which arrives Tuesday in the U.S., brings shorter days, and chances to witness alignment between Earth and the sun. It's a modern version of ancient observances of a celestial shift.

(Image credit: Bilgin S. Sasmaz)

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