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What is the Fourth of July? Why the United States celebrates Independence Day on July 4

Known now as a day of patriotism and enjoying time off from work, the Fourth of July began the journey to becoming a quintessential American holiday in 1776, when the Second Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence.

The New York Times · 1d

Celebrating the Fourth of July Across the Country

Displays of patriotism were evident at parades and hot dog eating contests, even at a time of deep political divisions among Americans.

The Indianapolis Star on MSN · 1d

Are the United States stock markets open on the Fourth of July?

Today is Independence Day, and like most federal holidays, services and stores may be closed or open for different hours. This includes the stock markets.

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The Tennessean on MSN · 1d

Next 4th of July will be America's 250th birthday. How Tennessee plans to celebrate the semiquincentennial

This time next year, the nation will be filled with pride and patriotism as the United States marks its 250th birthday. Here’s how Tennessee plans to celebrate.

CBS News · 1d

NYC set to celebrate 4th of July with Macy's fireworks show

Fireworks Show returns to the East River on Friday night, and security will be tight. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo has the details.

USA Today · 1d

America250: Once July 4th passes, focuses turns to the 250th birthday celebration

The United States will start a yearlong celebration of its 250th birthday. Here's what you need to know about the patriotic celebrations, which started with the Grand Military Parade & Celebration on June 14th.

What is America250? Fourth of July 2026 will have big plans. Here’s what we know

Here's what we know about America250, the catchy name for next year's Independence Day milestone, and who's behind the ...

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When Did Fireworks Become a Fourth of July Tradition?

The Fourth of July has been celebrated across the nation since 1776. But when — and how — did Americans across the country ...

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A Reminder of What the 4th of July Means

It's crucial today to acknowledge that for 249 years thousands of Americans have fought to protect the ideas of the American ...

Demonstrators line Eugene's streets for 'No Kings since 1776' protest on Fourth of July

At least 500 demonstrators lined the streets outside the federal courthouse in Eugene on July 4 for a "No Kings since 1776" ...

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Jets post iconic Mark Sanchez video on Fourth of July

The New York Jets brought out the perfect video of Mark Sanchez on the Fourth of July. The holiday celebrating the United ...

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Several dangerous fireworks mishaps reported across United States this 4th of July

One was the fireworks explosion that happened in California. Map shows Donald Trump's approval rating in every state on 4th of July Dumb Things In The Big Bang Theory That Everyone Ignores Major wine ...

What's open and closed on the Fourth of July in MA? See list

The New York Stock Exchange, Nasdaq, and bond markets will close early the day before Independence Day (Thursday, July 3, ...

The USS Constitution’s 4th of July turnaround at Castle Island, 21-gun salute: Photos

Crowds flocked to Castle Island to check out Old Ironsides and its annual Fourth of July turnaround in Boston Harbor, along ...

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