Every July 4th, millions of Americans worldwide celebrate Independence Day. This special day commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, when Americans broke away from being ...

This July Fourth could be the hottest on record for millions of Americans as a massive heat wave traps more than half of the United States under a heat dome through the holiday weekend. The heat wave ...

Thousands of fireworks, more than two dozen military flyovers and a reflective speech by President Trump – that won’t be apolitical – are some of what revelers willing to brave the heat can expect at ...

Iran’s shadowy Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps chief emerged from hiding for the first time in months as he mourned alongside the casket of the assassinated former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali ...

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The Hudson River will be filled with dozens of tall ships from at least 20 nations this Fourth of July for Sail4th 250. By Claire Fahy George Washington once referred to the Hudson River as “the key ...

America is gearing up for a milestone birthday this year, and preparations for grand celebrations are underway across the country. The 16-day state fair opened June 25 and drew sparse crowds in its ...

While Amazon Prime Day provided great opportunities to save on cooling fans, knife sets and food storage containers, bigger-ticket items like air fryers, laundry units and large kitchen appliances are ...

D.C. is preparing for a major America 250 celebration. Temperatures are expected to top 100°, and there will be dozens of restrictions for pedestrians, traffic and anyone who wants to watch fireworks ...

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One year ago, Congress defunded public media. Now that we're 100% community funded, please become a sustaining member or increase your existing membership today. Kahani Malholtra first compiled this ...