Beyoncé is setting off some Independence Day fireworks of her own, releasing a new song called “Morning Dew (Donk)” as a surprise 4th of July gift to fans. Lis…

While President Trump has chosen to mark America’s 250th anniversary with gaudy displays honoring himself, a team of actors, activists, scholars, comedians and…

Festivities marking America’s 250th anniversary will force Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to close temporarily to airline traffic on Saturday afterno…

Red, white, and blue stars glitter like a sparkler being waved on a dark night in this new image from NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope.

Trump calls communism a ‘mortal threat’ at US 250th birthday event US President Donald Trump delivers a nationalist speech saying ‘communism is a mortal threat…

Disney spent over a year planning 24 hours of July 4th Sesquicentennial coverage to boost ratings during a slow viewing period. This strategic investment lever…

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The 2026 4th of July weekend is upon us and there are loads of notable deals up for grabs. Coming fresh of the Prime Day festivities and major price hikes, the…

Organizers delayed National Mall entry for the July 4th celebration due to dangerous 107-degree heat forecasts. This safety measure aims to prevent heatstroke …

If our recent Decoder interview with Weber Blackstone CEO Roger Dahle has you craving freshly grilled meats or veggies, Weber just so happens to have a variety…

New York City is bracing for a very busy 4th of July weekend as World Cup matches mix with huge Independence Day celebrations for America's 250th anniversary a…