Thousands of people gathered at England’s ancient stone circle of Stonehenge on Sunday to celebrate the summer solstice, cheering as the sun rose over the prehistoric monument.⁣ ⁣ The annual event, which marks the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, drew a crowd of around 20,000 by organizer estimates, as people stayed up through the night to witness the sunrise.⁣ ⁣ "It's actually been a really beautiful solstice. We've had a peaceful celebration, and everyone's having a lovely time," said Jennifer Wexler, curator of history for English Heritage, which manages the site.⁣ ⁣ As the morning light broke, attendees danced, played music, and touched the towering stones, a practice typically restricted during regular visiting hours to protect the site.⁣ ⁣ The monument, located in Wiltshire in southern England, is famous for its precise alignment with the movements of the sun.⁣ ⁣ During the summer solstice, the sun rises behind the Heel Stone, which stands just outside the main...