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America marks its 250th birthday with heat, hot dogs, fireworks - and the Brooklyn Bridge catching on fire

Americans celebrated across the country Saturday despite the disruptions

Independent UK - Top Stories - 20 minutes ago

New - Ambassador Hoekstra wants American booze back on Canadian shelves next year

U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra's speech at a Fourth of July party in Ottawa included a political nudge aimed at Canada, with American F-35 fighter jets flying over the crowd and a comment about some provinces' bans on American booze.

CBC News - Top Stories - 20 minutes ago

SOON: President Trump to deliver America 250 address before massive fireworks

Watch live news and updates that are happening right now with Fox News. Stay up-to-date with the latest and most trending news going on in real-time.

Fox News - Top Stories - 23 minutes ago

Severe weather disrupts some America 250th celebrations; Trump says he will still speak in DC

Severe weather disrupted celebrations of America's 250th anniversary of independence Saturday in several East Coast cities, including Washington, D.C.

CNBC - Top Stories - 38 minutes ago

A look at the Great American State Fair -- There's no one way to celebrate American independence, but in Washington, D.C., attendees from across the country visited the Great American State Fair. Kelly O'Grady has more.

There's no one way to celebrate American independence, but in Washington, D.C., attendees from across the country visited the Great American State Fair. Kelly O'Grady has more.

CBS News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

White House teases Trump's 'unique' July 4th speech honoring American heroes

President Donald Trump is set to deliver a historic speech on the National Mall featuring stories of American heroes before a massive fireworks display.

Fox News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

A bar that's older than America itself -- Fraunces Tavern in New York City, founded before the Declaration of Independence, hosted patrons celebrating the Fourth of July and America 250.

Fraunces Tavern in New York City, founded before the Declaration of Independence, hosted patrons celebrating the Fourth of July and America 250.

CBS News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Heat and severe storms damper July 4th celebrations, leave thousands without power -- While millions of Americans across the Northeast experienced record-setting temperatures, thunderstorms in the Midwest downed trees, ruptured power lines and made transportation treacherous.

While millions of Americans across the Northeast experienced record-setting temperatures, thunderstorms in the Midwest downed trees, ruptured power lines and made transportation treacherous.

CBS News - Politics - 1 hour ago

103-year-old World War II veteran describes what America's 250th birthday means to him

Actor Gary Sinise along with Fox News' Bret Baier, Harris Faulkner and Sean Hannity found themselves in a trailer with World War II veterans while sheltering during severe weather in Washington, D.C.

Fox News - Opinion - 1 hour ago

Take a look inside America's biggest birthday bash

Fox News correspondent Kevin Corke reports live from the FIFA Fan Zone in Washington, D.C., highlighting the excitement around the America 250 celebrations.

Fox News - Opinion - 2 hours ago

Evacuation ordered at National Mall as storms gather ahead of Trump's America 250 speech

President Donald Trump’s plans to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary of independence with a rally on the National Mall have been complicated by severe storms that have gathered near Washington, forcing event organizers to order an evacuation.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 2 hours ago

How to save money on air conditioning as electric bills climb -- As Americans endure another bout of extreme heat, experts say small thermostat adjustments and other energy-saving steps can help reduce soaring cooling costs. -- Jul 3

As Americans endure another bout of extreme heat, experts say small thermostat adjustments and other energy-saving steps can help reduce soaring cooling costs.

CBS News - US News - 2 hours ago

150 people from 50 countries become US citizens at Mount Vernon on America's 250th birthday

A group of 150 people from 50 countries has become U.S. citizens at George Washington's Mount Vernon estate. The ceremony took place on Monday, 250 years after the Declaration of

Lancaster Online - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

REGIME CHANGE -- As America Celebrates 250th Anniversary, the Number One Book in the Country Details Donald Trump's 'Vengeful' Presidency

From New York Times White House correspondents Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan, 'Regime Change' chronicles the first year of Trump’s second term in office.

Rolling Stone - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

World Cup fans celebrate America's 250th birthday in Philadelphia and Houston

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Fireworks crackled and jets roared ahead of the France-Paraguay World Cup game in Philadelphia on Saturday as fans celebrated the double joy of soccer's biggest tournament on …

Bay to Bay News - US News - 4 hours ago

JD Vance Calls On Americans to 'Reject the View' that Sees 'Only' the Sins of U.S. but Not 'Its Grace and Greatness'

JD Vance called on Americans to "reject the view" of the United States that sees only the sins of the nation 'but not its grace and greatness.'

Breitbart - Politics - 5 hours ago

Heat wave postpones, cancels America 250 celebrations in D.C.

Record-breaking heat has threatened celebrations in Washington, D.C., as America marks the 250th anniversary of its Declaration of Independence.

One America News Network - US News - 5 hours ago

Police called to Penn Medicine Park after teen brawl during America250 celebration

Lancaster city police were called to Penn Medicine Park on Friday evening after a large fight involving teenagers was reported during an America250 celebration.

Lancaster Online - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Fireworks, extreme heat and politics: US celebrates its 250th birthday

Americans celebrated across the country Saturday despite the disruptions

Independent UK - US News - 6 hours ago

Female American rower completes record-breaking solo journey from California to Hawaii

A Grand Canyon river rafting guide who aimed to become the first American woman to row across the mid-Pacific solo has completed a record-breaking journey from California to Hawaii. Local

Lancaster Online - US News - 7 hours ago

Delaware's 250th -- Dover turning up the heat for nation's 250th birthday

DOVER — Things were sizzling on Legislative Mall on Saturday afternoon as activities began in the capital city in celebration of America’s 250th birthday. Temperatures stood at a sweaty 98 …

Bay to Bay News - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Celebrities hijack America's 250th birthday with a grim holiday warning

Mark Ruffalo and dozens of celebrities recite from "On Tyranny" in a video campaign launched on America's 250th anniversary to oppose Trump.

Fox News - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

7/4: CBS Saturday Morning -- Americans are celebrating the Fourth of July and America's 250th birthday amid a sweltering heat wave. Plus, Taylor Swift's wedding, a Revolutionary War soldier is finally recognized, and former Liberty Island residents speak out.

Americans are celebrating the Fourth of July and America's 250th birthday amid a sweltering heat wave. Plus, Taylor Swift's wedding, a Revolutionary War soldier is finally recognized, and former Liberty Island residents speak out.

CBS News - Entertainment - 7 hours ago

Netanyahu wishes America happy 250th birthday

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday wishes the United States a happy Independence Day on its 250th anniversary and praises his country's alliance with America. (Credit: Israeli PM's Office via X)

Fox News - World - 7 hours ago

King Charles, Heir of George III, Hails 'Remarkable Journey' of America After Independence

King Charles III celebrated the "momentous occasion" of the 250th anniversary of the United States and hailed its many achievements.

Breitbart - Politics - 7 hours ago

Transportation Department celebrates America's 250th birthday with investment in airports

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy details plans for modernizing infrastructure across 46 states amid celebrations for America's 250th anniversary.

Fox News - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

As the nation marks 250 years, one institution keeps uniting every American

From Jackie Robinson breaking baseball's color barrier to Pat Tillman enlisting after 9/11, American sports showcase patriotism and unity at their finest.

Fox News - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Immigrant business owner who built the American dream says birth tourism is a 'slap in the face'

Kris Ramsingh, a Trinidad-born Virginia businessowner, calls birthright citizenship a 'slap in the face' to legal immigrants who worked hard.

Fox News - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

LIVE NOW: Salute to America Celebrates Nation's 250th Birthday

Salute to America takes place on July 4 as part of the nation’s 250th birthday celebration. The event on the National Mall features a parade, military demo...

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

PHOTOS — Countries Celebrate America 250: 'Happy U.S. Independence Day!

Several countries are celebrating what America means to the world on her highly anticipated 250th birthday.

Breitbart - Entertainment - 9 hours ago

WATCH: American Bald Eagle and George Washington Light Up the Sky in Drone Show over Texas

A breathtaking display of drone technology appeared in the sky over north Texas this week as the 250th was commemorated with drone-created American images | Entertainment

Breitbart - Entertainment - 9 hours ago

Trump hails U.S. exceptionalism before veering into darkly political speech to usher in America 250

President Trump ushered in the 250th anniversary of American independence on Friday with soaring rhetoric about American exceptionalism before veering into a darkly political speech with warnings about a sinister threat of communism that evoked one of the country’s ugliest chapters.

Los Angeles Times - World - 9 hours ago

Gorka: What I'm Celebrating on America's 250th Birthday

It’s the Secret Service officer who bumps my fist through the window of my Mustang as I pull onto the White House campus, and as he wishes me “a Blessed Day.”

Breitbart - Politics - 9 hours ago

World leaders, dignitaries pay tribute to America on historic 250th birthday

King Charles, Pope Leo XIV are among dozens of world leaders sending messages to Trump on America's 250th Independence Day. From Jerusalem to the UAE and Japan congratulations were sent.

Fox News - World - 9 hours ago

Trump Uses America's 250th to Whine About Nobel Snub

The president’s priorities were on full display during what should have been a celebration of America’s 250th birthday.

The Daily Beast - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

AMERICA250 -- Fourth of July parade in Clayton marches on Main Street

The Smyrna/Clayton July 4th Foundation held its annual parade in Clayton Saturday morning.

Bay to Bay News - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

Great American State Fair: 11 Attendees Hospitalized as Brutal Heat Pauses Event

The Great American State Fair was suspended Friday due to excessive heat, but not before DC Fire and EMS treated 44 people at the event, including 11 who were transported to area hospitals.

Consequence of Sound - Entertainment - 10 hours ago

Trump praises America's 'glorious independence,' warns of 'communist menace' in Mount Rushmore remarks for America 250

President Donald Trump gave a half-hour address beneath the faces of four of his predecessors at Mount Rushmore

One America News Network - US News - 11 hours ago

The 25 Movies You Need To Watch To Get The Full American Summer Experience

Bask in the essence of summer with these essential seasonal picks.

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

'America's 250th birthday is our 50th anniversary'

Roger Lieb and Bonnie Taff tell the BBC what it was like to have their wedding on 4 July 1976, America's bicentennial.

BBC News - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

Living Abroad Helped Me Realize Some of the Best Qualities of Americans -- Hannah Docter-Loeb

Sure, we can be loud and fake. But Americans have some genuinely great qualities too.

Slate - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

Trump considers pardoning Diddy to mark America's 250th: report

The White House has shot down past reports it was about to pardon the disgraced music mogul

Independent UK - US News - 13 hours ago

'America's 250th birthday is our 50th anniversary' -- Roger Lieb and Bonnie Taff tell the BBC what it was like to have their wedding on 4 July 1976, America's bicentennial.

Roger Lieb and Bonnie Taff tell the BBC what it was like to have their wedding on 4 July 1976, America's bicentennial.

BBC News - World - 13 hours ago

Watch: Matthew McConaughey Tells America Haters 'We Don't Need You' in Patriotic Independence Day Speech

Matthew McConaughey delivered a stirring, patriotic Independence Day speech celebrating America on its 250th birthday on social media

Breitbart - Entertainment - 14 hours ago

Trump warns of "communist menace" in speech at Mount Rushmore -- The president kicked off America's 250th anniversary celebrations with a speech at Mount Rushmore where he warned of a resurgence in communism.

The president kicked off America's 250th anniversary celebrations with a speech at Mount Rushmore where he warned of a resurgence in communism.

CBS News - Politics - 14 hours ago

150M Americans under heat alerts as extreme heat wave tightens grip, lingering over nation's 250th birthday

The core of a life-threatening heat dome is smothering the eastern U.S. through the July 4 holiday weekend, exposing more than 260 million people to extreme heat after some cities already shattered record-high temperatures.

Fox News - Top Stories - 14 hours ago

Iranians chant 'Death to America' as crowd at funeral mourns late supreme leader — whose nuclear quest brought war

Iranians poured into the streets of Tehran to mourn the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei who died in a US-Israeli strike in February -- as America celebrated its 250th birthday half a...

New York Post - Politics - 14 hours ago

Most Americans Believe Country Faces Threat to Democracy On 250th Birthday

In the run-up to July 4, surveys have revealed broad and growing pessimism about the direction of the country.

Newsweek - US News - 14 hours ago

Pope Leo issues major appeal as America celebrates its 250th birthday

America is celebrating its 250th anniversary of Independence on 4th of July and in the midst of celebrations and festivities Pope Leo has issued a major appeal.The Pope has appealed to the Americans...

International The News - Top Stories - 14 hours ago

BlackRock betting on America's future with $100M investment to train trades workers for AI boom

“America has always risen to the occasion,” John Kelly, BlackRock Global Head of Corporate Affairs said. “We know how to mobilize and we know how to work hard.”

New York Post - Business - 14 hours ago

America250: How the US heatwave will affect Fourth of July celebrations

From Washington to LA, how plans to mark the United States' 250th anniversary could be disrupted by extreme heat.

Aljazeera - US News - 15 hours ago

The Great Depression showed us: Even when the American Dream is challenged, this country's spirit is resilient

The biggest lesson of the Great Depression was simple: In order to survive and thrive, we need to evolve our institutions.

New York Post - Opinion - 15 hours ago

In South Asia, America has stopped asking India for permission

Washington has started dealing with regional players without regard for Indian interests.

Aljazeera - Opinion - 15 hours ago

Bank of America CEO on how its FIFA sponsorship is going: 'We feel good'

Brian Moynihan, who's based in Massachusetts, says the World Cup partnership has exceeded his expectations.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 16 hours ago

Donald Trump launches America's 250th birthday celebrations with extraordinary attack

US president tells supporters communism is ‘the enemy of July 4th, 1776′ during Mount Rushmore address

Irish Times - Top Stories - 16 hours ago

Ken Early: Travelling around the US for World Cup, it is clear why many Americans distrust politics

As the US celebrates its 250th birthday, the official rhetoric of freedom and democracy grows further from the facts of daily life

Irish Times - Sports - 19 hours ago

Two speeches, two different visions of what it means to be an American

The US president and the mayor of New York both spoke on the eve of America’s 250th anniversary, but their messages could not contrast more.

Sydney Morning Herald - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

The British duke who played an outsize role in the American Revolution

The fight for democracy has always been a transnational cause.

Boston Globe - Opinion - 19 hours ago

Arellano: Mission San Juan Capistrano is also turning 250. It has lessons for America

If a historical reckoning can happen in Mission San Juan Capistrano, it can happen anywhere. As we mark 250 years of this country, we need to push for more of these reckonings.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

A tale of two Americas: An empty State Fair, an A-list royal wedding

Is the marriage of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce celebrity obsession or modern mythology? The self-described showgirl marrying the football captain is the story of America.

Sydney Morning Herald - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

US turns 250 as Trump warns of 'attack' on American identity

US President Donald Trump lauded American exceptionalism and praised the country's past leaders, while taking aim at domestic "radicals and extremists".

Channel NewsAsia - World - 20 hours ago

Fireworks, heat and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday

fireworks are scheduled to be set off Saturday over Navy Pier in Chicago and against the skyline of New York City.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 21 hours ago

BlackRock's $100M Bet on the American Worker: Inside the Future Builders Plan

What does it take to build America’s next 250 years? Financial correspondent Lydia Moynihan sits down with BlackRock Global Head of Corporate Affairs John Kelly for a conversation about the...

New York Post - Top Stories - 22 hours ago

Trump Speaks at America's 250th Anniversary Event at Mount Rushmore

President Donald Trump delivers address at a Ameri a fireworks celebration at Mount Rushmore on July 3 to mark America’s semiquincentennial.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 22 hours ago

Great American State Fair Attendees on Life Support Amid Extreme Heat in Washington, D.C.

The fair, part of President Donald Trump's Freedom 250 lineup, temporarily shut down on Friday.

Hollywood Reporter - Top Stories - 23 hours ago

World Business Report -- America at 250: swifties and soccer fans turn up

Swift rumours, FIFA crowds and extreme heat hit New York on America’s birthday weekend.

BBC News - Business - 1 day ago

'USA 250' Lights Up the Eiffel Tower as Paris Marks American Independence

Crowds gathered at the Trocadéro on July 3 as the Eiffel Tower lit a ‘USA 250’ message, opening a Parisian summer honoring the Franco-American bond.

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

Happy birthday, America — from the daughter of Iranians who know your value

The dinner table conversations of my childhood were often about Iran, the country my parents had lost. But the life they built in front of me was about the country they had found, the United States.

New York Post - Opinion - 1 day ago

America is turning 250. Some people are grappling with how — and what — to celebrate

With political divisions heightened in the U.S., Yale historian Beverly Gage says the country's 250th anniversary is a moment of both celebration and reckoning.

CBC News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

'Bring history to life': Fort Vancouver hosts America 250 celebration

Patriotism was on full display at the Fort Vancouver parade grounds Friday afternoon, as hundreds of visitors decked out in red, white and blue gathered at the national historic site to celebrate the

The Columbian - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Rapper Flo Rida Professes His Love for Jesus, America During 250th Anniversary Concert: 'I Know Jesus Is Real'

Rapper Flo Rida, who performed at America's 250th celebration concert on the National Mall in Washington, DC, on Thursday, professed his love for Jesus | Entertainment

Breitbart - Entertainment - 1 day ago

The incredible history of the American hot dog

German immigrants’ weisswurst, bockwurst and blutwurst became as American as baseball when they transformed into the hot dog in the 19th century

Independent UK - US News - 1 day ago

How one Texas town is turning America's 250th into a weeklong party

The town’s annual rodeo draws up to 3,500 people a night — and boasts a 15-year waiting list just to secure a coveted box seat, Jasmine Fernández reports

Independent UK - US News - 1 day ago

US Monitored Israeli espionage targeting American and Iranian officials

ALBAWABA - The U.S. government is closely watching what officials call an uptick in Israeli intelligence activities targeting both U.S. and Iranian offi

Albawaba - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Rep. Al Green: Impeachment of a 'Reckless, Ruthless, Lawless President' Makes Me Proud to Be American

Rep. Al Green (D-TX) said the ability to impeach a president is what makes him proud to be an American as the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary. | Politics

Breitbart - Politics - 1 day ago

Comedy saved her life. Now Teruko Nakajima's 'Made in America' is saving others

From Cedars-Sinai psych ward to Upright Citizens Brigade stage, Teruko Nakajima turns a doctor’s “prescription” for comedy into an one-woman show.

Los Angeles Times - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Why the American idea still matters

The words in the Declaration of Independence ring out in the current moment

The Globe and Mail - Opinion - 1 day ago

Pope Leo Jabs Trump in 250th Birthday Message to Americans

The first U.S.-born pope congratulated Americans while stressing the importance of welcoming immigrants.

The Daily Beast - Top Stories - 1 day ago

America 250 quiz: How much do you know about Trump, TV and the Big Apple?

Put your knowledge to the test with our special 25-question superquiz. Can you get the perfect score?

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 1 day ago

Pope Leo Speaks at America 250 Celebration Following Trump Feud

Pope Leo urged unity and peace in a major America 250 address while praising America's immigrant tradition.

Newsweek - US News - 1 day ago

As the nation bickers, small-town America still loves a parade

The America 250 parade in Cumberland unites liberals and conservatives alike, proving that small-town celebrations can bridge political divides.

Fox News - Opinion - 1 day ago

Commie Dems would destroy everything World Cup fans love about America

European World Cup tourists are marveling at cheap gas, Walmart, Buc-ee's, and air conditioning — all things Democratic Socialists would dismantle.

Fox News - Opinion - 1 day ago

: Grammy Award-Winner Andrea Pearson Says 'It's for Me and You' Inspired by Becoming an American Citizen

It’s impossible to celebrate America’s 250th birthday without acknowledging the importance of the arts, culture, and storytelling. As part of Breitbart’s special coverage for the 250, we reached out to some of Nashville’s most talented songwriters and artists and asked them to write original songs that reflect how they feel about America.

Breitbart - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Prince William Talks Soccer, American Football and Travis Kelce's Performance as a 'Backup Dancer' to Taylor Swift on 'New Heights' Podcast

Kelce made a surprise appearance onstage at Swift's Wembley Stadium stop two year ago; the prince was featured as a guest on Friday's episode of the Kelce brothers' podcast.

Hollywood Reporter - Politics - 1 day ago

Lee Greenwood says he's 'very proud' to stand next to Trump during America's 250th celebration

Lee Greenwood says he's "very proud" to stand with Donald Trump this Fourth of July and perform at the country's 250th anniversary celebration.

Fox News - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Extreme heat bears down as America 250 celebrations ramp up. Trump heads to Mt. Rushmore

Festivities marking the 250th anniversary of American independence are ramping up across the United States

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 1 day ago

Country star Gabby Barrett says she 'slept in the car' before 'American Idol' changed her life

Gabby Barrett opens up about growing up in Pittsburgh, competing on "American Idol" and how faith and family shaped her country music career.

Fox News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Dr. Oz on Medicare covering weight loss drugs, America's health innovation

Dr. Mehmet Oz discusses health innovation for America's 250th birthday, highlighting a new initiative where Medicare will cover GLP-1 weight loss medications for $50 a month, aiming to reduce health complications.

Fox News - Health - 1 day ago

'Jesus Revolution' Director Says 'Young Washington' Is a 'Love Letter to America for Its 250th Birthday'

"Frasier" legend Kelsey Grammer says Thomas Fairfax, the 18th-century, Virginia plantation owner he plays in the new film Young Washington, changed the course of history.

Breitbart - Entertainment - 1 day ago

US military bases worldwide celebrate Independence Day, America's 250th birthday with fireworks, festivities

U.S. military bases around the world are celebrating America’s 250th birthday with fireworks and festivities for service members and their families.

Stars and Stripes - World - 1 day ago

The art of being an American is a balancing act 250 years in the making: L.A. arts and culture this weekend

Being a thoughtful American is an art unto itself as the country celebrates its 250th birthday on the Fourth of July.

Los Angeles Times - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Mamdani snubs Christopher Columbus in brief America 250 address

Follow The Post’s live updates for the latest news in New York politics, from NYC to Albany and more.

New York Post - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Can HOAs Ban the American Flag? What the Law Says

San Marcos homeowners are fighting HOA orders to remove American flags or face fines, sparking debate over flag rights.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 1 day ago

American Express and Chase move luxury lounge wars beyond the airport

Credit card companies are increasingly offering access to lounges and perks at festivals and sporting events, often exclusively for premium cardholders.

CNBC - US News - 1 day ago

America at 250: Civil rights for Black Americans remain under attack

A rising generation of leaders understands that the struggle for Black America and other marginalized groups is, ultimately, a struggle for the future of American democracy itself.

Chicago Sun-Times - Opinion - 1 day ago

America belongs to everyone who wants to be free

More readers on July Fourth and America's 250th year. Some are hopeful, others are less so, and one is pushing to preserve America's national tree.

Chicago Sun-Times - Opinion - 1 day ago

Trump refashions America's 250th as a celebration of himself

Historians say the nation's 250th anniversary has become a politicized spectacle, a celebration of an imperial presidency.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Contributor: Argue about American values. What could be more American?

Do more than read and hear the Declaration of Independence. We should talk about what it means.

Los Angeles Times - Opinion - 1 day ago

RI POLITICS - R.I. provided the 'first spark' for the American Revolution - As America's 250th birthday approaches, Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore details the big contributions that the smallest state made during the Revolutionary War.

As America’s 250th birthday approaches, Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore details the big contributions that the smallest state made during the Revolutionary War.

Boston Globe - Politics - 1 day ago

Celebrate America's Birthday by Fighting a Wannabe King

Congress and the courts aren’t going to rescue us—but the public just might.

The Nation - Politics - 1 day ago

Canada is as much a product of the American Revolution as America is

American visionaries, money and ideas have shaped Canada over centuries, whether we like it or not

The Globe and Mail - World - 1 day ago

American pilot shot dead and his plane set on fire by Papua rebels

Military spokesperson says body of American pilot Nicholas F Gosselin has been recovered

Independent UK - US News - 1 day ago

Body of American pilot killed in Indonesian separatist conflict recovered

The West Papua Liberation Army said the aircraft was targeted because it allegedly entered an area the separatist group considers an operational zone.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 2 days ago

Commentary: At 250, America could use a birthday resolution in Southeast Asia

As the US celebrates its 250th anniversary of independence, Southeast Asia still has questions about its reliability as a partner, says Kevin Chen from the S Rajaratnam School of International Studies.

Channel NewsAsia - Opinion - 2 days ago

California designates Bruce Lee Day, first such honor for a Chinese American

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill Tuesday designating May 17 as a celebration of martial arts icon Bruce Lee for his trailblazing work representing the Asian American community on-screen.

Los Angeles Times - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Faces and voices of Angelenos on America's 250th

We asked people across Southern California what the milestone means to them — and about their hopes for the nation as it celebrates its independence.

Los Angeles Times - Health - 2 days ago

Great American State Fair

The latest news on Trump's Great American State Fair (which is turning into an absolute shit show).

Consequence of Sound - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Young Dancers Nearly Struck by Falling Stage at Great American State Fair

The Great American State Fair’s rocky start got even worse Thursday, when a piece of scaffolding from the Salute Stage nearly struck a group of young dancers rehearsing below

Consequence of Sound - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Lindsay Lohan Celebrates 40th Birthday: 'Grateful for Every Chapter'

Lindsay Lohan reflected on the lessons and experiences that shaped her in a heartfelt Instagram post on her 40th birthday.

Newsweek - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Even Republicans Don't Want Trump's Version of the SAVE America Act

Congress is paralyzed in part because of widespread GOP opposition to his proposed restrictions on voting by mail.

New York Magazine - Politics - 2 days ago

America Has Two Options at the Box Office This Fourth of July Weekend. The Choice Is Clear. -- Sam Adams

Two new movies promise to tell a tale of the history of the United States. Only one truly captures it.

Slate - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Witham: How to think about our American Revolution

As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, we need to eliminate the false or misleading information about what makes freedom possible. Why is the Declaration of …

Bay to Bay News - Opinion - 2 days ago

9 captivating artworks to see in L.A. that redefine 'American'

As we reflect on America's 250th year, we highlight artworks on display at museums across Los Angeles that contextualize and challenge what it means to be American.

Los Angeles Times - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Musk's X poses "serious risk to Americans' privacy," advocates warn FTC

FTC urged to reject Elon Musk’s bid to end X monitoring amid AI concerns.

Ars Technica - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Olivia Dean's 2026 North American Tour: How to Get Tickets to Sold Out Dates

Olivia Dean's 2026 North American tour is mostly sold out. Here's how to get tickets to sold-out dates, current resale prices, and tips to avoid scams.

Consequence of Sound - Top Stories - 2 days ago

A Letter to My Two Nieces on the 250th Birthday of America | Opinion

My hope is that you get to have an America I may never see with my own eyes, but which I’m sure can exist.

Newsweek - Opinion - 2 days ago

The World Loves America This Summer—Democrats Should Take Notes | Opinion

Leading up to America’s 250th celebration, many foreign guests are gleefully experiencing the greatest country on earth.

Newsweek - Opinion - 2 days ago

To Chicago actor Harry Lennix, Abraham Lincoln's words still resonate on America's 250th birthday

Lennix is the latest celebrity narrator to deliver some of the 16th president’s most timeless quotes in Aaron Copland’s 1942 work “Lincoln Portrait.”

Chicago Sun-Times - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Toni Morrison wrote the real history of America. We're just finally reading it

An Ohio statewide remix of Toni Morrison’s oeuvre connects the ghosts of 'Beloved' to the neighborhoods of 'Sula' to reveal the real narratives of the American experiment.

Los Angeles Times - Entertainment - 2 days ago

At an American base in Japan, fans rally behind their World Cup team

U.S. service members and civilians show their support for the U.S. men’s national soccer team as they defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina in a do-or-die World Cup knockout match.

Stars and Stripes - Top Stories - 2 days ago

China's playing dirty in the AI arms race — and Americans seem to be changing their minds

CCP-linked backers are at least partly responsible for the anti-AI sentiment halting more than $20 billion in energy-infrastructure investment.

New York Post - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Commentary: Thank you, World Cup, for providing the connection and inspiration Americans so desperately need

My family did not plan to make the World Cup the centerpiece of our summer, but once it began, we couldn't stop watching.

Los Angeles Times - Entertainment - 3 days ago

A people's view of America as seen on TV -- Melanie McFarland

From "Atlanta" to "This Fool," these 13 comedies highlight the real America in all its glory

Salon - Entertainment - 3 days ago

'United Saints of America': Trump-Inspired 'Fighter' Singer Jon Kahn, Nashville Hit-Maker Michael Farren Release Patriotic Anthem Ahead of America's 250

Breitbart’s own Jon Kahn, has had much success in the music world, having many of his songs placed in Film-TV and he has worked with members of Creed, the Foo Fighters, and The Wallflowers. But something special happens, when Kahn turns his musical attention to America.

Breitbart - Entertainment - 3 days ago

Contributor: Theodore Roosevelt, the 'melting pot' and the meaning of America

Should American identity be defined by race and ethnicity? Or by fealty to a set of ideas?

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 3 days ago

America's 250th birthday has arrived. Here's how to celebrate in the Chicago area

Get the details on just some of the parties and programs honoring the country's semiquincentennial.

Chicago Sun-Times - Entertainment - 3 days ago

Commentary: Even in ugly times, the bicentennial united us. America 250 still can

If grassroots America could find reason to celebrate in the shadow of political assassinations, a crippling gas shortage and the Vietnam War, we can figure out a way to do it again, 50 years later.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 3 days ago

Baby de Jesus celebrates birthday with music, friends

It was an afternoon of music, laughter and fellowship as Baby de Jesus, former president of the Friends of Cultural Concerns of the Philippines, celebrated her birthday at Jasmine Restaurant in New World Makati Hotel. 

Manila Times - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Why America's global appeal is in decline

As US foreign policy leans on war, sanctions and tariffs, Joseph Nye’s soft power concept looks less like a guide and more like an obituary

Russia Today - Top Stories - 3 days ago

When three presidents died on the Fourth of July, Americans saw the work of God

On July 4, 1831, James Monroe died from heart failure and tuberculosis at his daughter’s house in New York City.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 4 days ago

Don't overlook the enslaved, Indigenous and poor immersed in the American Revolution

Who we picture fighting for freedom shapes who we believe deserves it.

Chicago Sun-Times - Opinion - 4 days ago

In 'The American Five,' teaming up to change history

Berkshire Theatre Group's production of Chess Jakobs's play runs through July 11.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 4 days ago

: Firebrand Mary Kutter's Poignant Birthday Tribute: 'Through All the Hell and Glory Days You Stand Here With Amazing Grace'

It’s impossible to celebrate America’s 250 birthday without acknowledging the importance of the arts, culture, and storytelling. As part of Breitbart’s | B America 250

Breitbart - Entertainment - 4 days ago

New evidence reveals true brutality of American War of Independence

The American War of Independence was particularly atrocity-prone because it had a unique combination of features

Independent UK - Science - 4 days ago

How Donny Hathaway turned this soft rock cover into America's defining song

Hathaway’s gospel-infused arrangement and call-and-response with a crowd at the Troubadour transformed Carole King's song from a private promise into a proclamation of Black resilience.

Los Angeles Times - Entertainment - 4 days ago

Monday, July 6 -- Meeting of Delaware's Seashore Chapter of -- Please join Delaware's Seashore Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild for its

Please join Delaware's Seashore Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild for its monthly meeting starting at 10:00 am on Monday, July 6, 2026, at the Georgetown Public Library, 123 West Pine Street, Georgetown, DE 1994

Bay to Bay News - Entertainment - 4 days ago

Why are a record number of American adults living with their parents?

A third of under-35 Americans are back home – not from laziness, but because housing, debt, and shaky jobs have priced independence out

Russia Today - Opinion - 5 days ago

An American in Paris, Sans Air-Conditioning

The French disdain for climatisation hits its breaking point.

New York Magazine - Opinion - 5 days ago

America, Iran agree to halt strikes and renew talks, US official says

It comes after US President Donald Trump threatened again to wipe out Iran and Tehran launched missiles and drones at US military sites in Kuwait and Bahrain.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 5 days ago

World Cup 2026: American reporter faces backlash over 'Insensitive' remarks

An American TV reporter covering FIFA World Cup 2026 has been hit with backlash over her insensitive commentary.A journalist from ABC Los Angeles has been forced to issue a public apology following...

International The News - Sports - 6 days ago

Iranian-American musician Mahan Esfahani wants to revive the harpsichord — from early repertoire to contemporary music.

Mahan Esfahani has a goal: reviving the harpsichord on concert stages worldwide. Born in Tehran, he now lives in the United States. His long-standing passion is Johann Sebastian Bach.

Deutsche Welle - Entertainment - 6 days ago

DAVID MARCUS: As the nation bickers, small-town America still loves a parade

The America 250 parade in Cumberland unites liberals and conservatives alike, proving that small-town celebrations can bridge political divides.

Fox News - Top Stories - 7 days ago

Larry David's all-American reality check -- Melanie McFarland

In HBO's "Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness," the comedian makes pettiness all-American

Salon - Entertainment - 8 days ago

America's 'independence' celebrates 250 years of jingoism and genocide

The myth of US freedom, retold by nationalist historians, politicians and corporate media, erases the slavery, dispossession and white supremacy on which the republic was built

Middle East Eye - Opinion - 8 days ago

World Cup Tourists See What Too Many Americans Have Forgotten

The world still sees something special in the land of the free and the home of the brave.

Newsweek - Opinion - 8 days ago

How much water does AI really use? -- The heaviest demand on America's water supply isn't data centers or AI. It's from everyday uses such as growing food, watering lawns and flushing toilets.

The heaviest demand on America's water isn't data centers or AI. It's from everyday uses such as growing food, watering lawns and flushing toilets.

CBS News - Technology - 9 days ago

A Viral German Tourist Is Revealing a Sad Reality About America -- Alex Kirshner

One man’s World Cup road trip has turned him into a folk hero—and exposed something about the U.S.

Slate - Technology - 9 days ago

Why Trump just gave America's banks the answers before a crucial test

We shouldn’t be surprised that 32 of America’s biggest banks just passed their annual exam with flying colours. They already knew the answers.

Sydney Morning Herald - Business - 9 days ago

CELEBRATING AND RENEWING AMERICA AT 250 YEARS

By <a href="/tag/theodore-r-malloch">Theodore R. Malloch</a> June 19, 2026 <p class="has-small-font-size"><em>(Views expressed by guest commentators may not reflect the views of OAN or its affiliates.)</em></p>

One America News Network - Opinion - 15 days ago

How European World Cup athletes have trained for US heat — as visitors admit: 'We owe Americans an apology'

Americans are just built different. England, for instance, started "thermal challenge work" a year ago, using red light saunas to adjust to US heat.

New York Post - Health - 15 days ago

A deadly cat-killer fungus is spreading across South America

Pathogenic fungi may even tolerate high body temperatures, scientists warn

Independent UK - Science - 16 days ago

War on Iran: How the Gulf stepped in to clean up America's mess

As Trump waged a war he could not end, Gulf states closed ranks, revived diplomacy with Tehran and prevented a wider regional crisis

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 17 days ago

UK squares up to America's big AI beasts at London Tech Week

Squabbles over social media and AI set the tone at the capital’s annual technology shindig, reports Alex Pell

Evening Standard - Technology - 18 days ago

How we chose the 2026 Young American Scientists

Scientific American used expert recommendations and data analysis to identify 28 exceptional early-career researchers

Scientific American - Top Stories - 18 days ago

Jordan Clarkson becomes first Filipino-American NBA champion

Doha: Jordan Clarkson made history as the first Filipino American player to win an NBA championship after the New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio...

Peninsula Qatar - Sports - 20 days ago

American 'Bratlantic' boys are ruining London's gay scene

American gym gays: stop telling us you love foreskins and try to be more Judi Dench, says writer Jack Cullen who runs a drag queen agency

Evening Standard - Opinion - 21 days ago

Separation of Church and State: America's Best Idea

Christian nationalists keep forgetting what the country’s founders kept writing down.

The Nation - Top Stories - 22 days ago

The Art of the American Revolution Across the Generations

The United States’ founding moment from Washington Crossing the Delaware to the paintings of Jacob Lawrence, Kara Walker, and Kent Monkman.

The Nation - Entertainment - 23 days ago

Here's the retirement challenge nobody talks about -- Many Americans spend decades saving for retirement, but lack a plan for using that money once they stop working, a new survey finds. Here's what to know.

Many Americans spend decades saving for retirement, but lack a plan for using that money once they stop working, a new survey finds. Here's what to know.

CBS News - Business - 25 days ago

The US is celebrating 250 years. But whose version of America wins?

Donald Trump wants a MAGA rally, artists are cancelling. The United States' birthday party is about to get underway.

SBS - Politics - 29 days ago

First US screwworm case in 60 years: Should America be worried?

The US Department of Agriculture says New World screwworm has been detected in a Texas calf.

Aljazeera - Science - 1 month ago

'Barren and Desolate': Mark Twain Wasn't the Only American Miffed by Palestine

Newspaper Editor and Owner Moses Beach Was Part of the Famous 1867 Tour Group That Encountered a Landscape That Wasn't Exactly 'A Land Flowing With Milk and Honey'

Haaretz - Entertainment - 1 month ago

Foreigners hilariously reveal the stuff branded 'American' to those outside the US: Doritos, Solo cups and more

The discussion was sparked after a curious poster on Reddit posed the query, "Are there any things that are called 'American ______' in other countries?"

New York Post - Weird - 1 month ago

International Nurses Day celebrates birthday of Florence Nightingale

Nurses across the world are being thanked and celebrated during a global appreciation of their essential roles in healthcare

Evening Standard - World - 1 month ago

The American workforce is a matriarchy -- Sara Estep -- As moms are driving the growth in America's labor market, it's time for major investments in early childcare

As moms are driving the growth in America's labor market, it's time for major investments in early childcare

Salon - Top Stories - 1 month ago

NYC lost more residents across all income levels in 2025 as Americans flee high-cost blue cities

After two years of growth, New York City’s population fell in 2025, as many movers stayed local, heading to nearby suburbs and neighboring states.

Fox News - Business - 2 months ago

The human cost of the data center push in Latin America

In this cross-border article, Global Voices is sharing stories from several countries in Latin America where communities are pushing back against AI-driven data center development.

Global Voices - Technology - 2 months ago

The Downgrading of the American Tech Worker

Meta is laying off more workers — and monitoring the ones who are left in order to train AI to maybe replace them.

New York Magazine - Technology - 2 months ago

American and Israeli flags burnt in Iran following ceasefire

US President Donald Trump has agreed to pause attacks on Iran for two weeks, while Tehran said it would permit 'safe passage' through the Strait of Hormuz.

Sky News - Top Stories - 2 months ago

"Misleading Content", UAE Orders Arrest of 19 Indians Over War Videos | Firstpost America | N18G

The United Arab Emirates has ordered the arrest of 35 individuals, including 19 Indians, for allegedly spreading misleading and fabricated videos online during the ongoing West Asia conflict. Authorities say the suspects circulated edited clips, AI-generated visuals and false claims about missile strikes and explosions inside the UAE.

First Post - Top Stories - 3 months ago

Iran War: Trump Rejects Zelensky's Drone Help, Warns NATO over Hormuz Coalition | Firstpost America

Since Donald Trump authorized joint US strikes with Israel against Iran, his messaging has appeared inconsistent, swinging between confident claims of imminent victory and contradictory statements about the war’s progress. While bombing continues and Iran retaliates, global concern is rising. European leaders including Pedro Sanchez, Emmanuel Macron, and Giorgia Meloni have urged restraint and civilian protection.

First Post - Top Stories - 3 months ago

India's LPG Lifeline Arrives As "Shivalik" Safely Crosses Strait Of Hormuz | Firstpost America |N18G

India has received a major LPG shipment as the tanker Shivalik LPG Carrier arrived at Mundra Port after crossing the sensitive Strait of Hormuz. The vessel carried around 40,000 tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas, enough to fill nearly 28 lakh domestic cylinders. Its arrival comes amid tensions in the Gulf that have disrupted global energy routes, making the shipment a crucial boost to India’s LPG supply chain.

First Post - Top Stories - 3 months ago

Scientific American's Best Nonfiction of 2025

The 10 best nonfiction books of 2025, from the history of replaceable body parts to our AI future

Scientific American - Opinion - 7 months ago

America's new plan to fight a war with China

Readying for a rumble in the jungle

Economist - World - 10 months ago

What Superman tells you about American foreign policy

Should a man who can do anything choose to do nothing?

Economist - Entertainment - 11 months ago

How Foreign Scammers Use U.S. Banks to Fleece Americans

Asian crime syndicates’ online scams have reached industrial proportions, cheating victims around the world out of more than $44 billion a year. U.S. banks have been unable to stop them.

ProPublica - Technology - 1 year ago

Native American news roundup, March 9-14, 2025

A look at some Native American-related stories that made headlines this week

Voice of America - World - 1 year ago

The story of Chinese Americans who call Texas home

Some trace back for generations in the Lone Star State, which today has the third-largest Asian American population in the US

Voice of America - World - 1 year ago

A Second Young Bank of America Employee Has Suddenly Died This Month

The two deaths are prompting renewed scrutiny of the long grueling hours young finance employees are expected to work.

New York Magazine - Business - 2 years ago