The Dog Days of Summer run from July 3 to August 11 each year. The phrase originated from ancient skywatchers who noticed that the brightest star, Sirius (also known as the Dog Star), rose with the sun during this period. For centuries, this hot part of summer has carried both astronomical meaning and layers of folklore.The term “Dog Days' is commonly used to describe the hottest, most...
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