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bleedingcool.compolitics12 days ago
America250 Block Party Events Begin July 3 Across Multiple Cities
Community-led Independence Day gatherings tied to the country's 250th anniversary start Friday and run through Sunday in several locations. Organizers list eight official host sites with music, food, and activities. Broadcasts and an interactive map are available for remote viewe…
world12 days ago
Times Square Ball to Drop Eight Times for July 4 Celebration
The Times Square ball will descend eight times between July 3 and July 4 to mark midnight in each U.S. time zone and territory. The rolling countdown is part of a semiquincentennial event organized by America250.
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axios.comworld15 days ago
Poll: 68 % of U.S. Adults Likely to Back America 250 Sponsors, but Most Unlikely to Attend Anniversary Games
A Sports Business Journal poll of 3,436 adults shows 68 percent are likely to support brands sponsoring the 2026 anniversary events. Support is higher among Gen Z respondents than among Baby Boomers and those over 65. America250 lists 60 corporate sponsors including Coca-Cola, Wa…
rollingstone.comworld29 days ago
Smashing Pumpkins and Chris Stapleton to Headline July 4 Los Angeles Concert
The Smashing Pumpkins and Chris Stapleton will perform at America250's America’s Block Party benefit concert on July 4 at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Queen Latifah will host the event, with proceeds going to Feeding America.
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Washington Examinerpolitics29 days ago
America250 selects items for time capsule to be opened in 2276
America250 released a list of objects from all 50 states, territories, and partner organizations that will be sealed in a time capsule on July 4 and buried at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia.
Usa Todaypolitics43 days ago
Trump Administration Launches Freedom 250 Events for U.S. 250th Anniversary
America250, created by Congress in 2016, and Freedom 250, launched by the administration in January 2025, are coordinating distinct commemorations of the nation's 250th anniversary.
Nbc Newsworld44 days ago
Two Separate Groups Plan U.S. 250th Anniversary Events
America250 and Freedom 250 are organizing separate celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Some performers scheduled for a Freedom 250 event withdrew after stating they were not informed of political ties.
foxnews.comworld50 days ago
America250 Chair Rosie Rios Discusses Patriotism and Opportunity at Forbes Event
Rosie Rios, chair of America250 and former U.S. treasurer, spoke at the America250 x Forbes America Innovates stage. She addressed patriotism, opportunity, and preserving the American dream for future generations.
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Forbesfinance54 days ago
Jack Dangermond Discusses Digital Maps at America Innovates Event
Geographic information systems executive Jack Dangermond spoke at the America Innovates conference in San Francisco. The three-day event is co-hosted by America250 and Forbes.
thehindu.comai56 days ago
Qualcomm Executive Discusses AI Agents and Systems Design
Sudeepto Roy, VP of Engineering at Qualcomm, spoke about AI agents, systems design, and guardrails during an event hosted by America250 and Forbes. The discussion focused on scaling AI technology.
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manilatimes.netai58 days ago
Harvard and MIT Professor Discusses AI and Life Sciences in Healthcare
George Church, a professor at Harvard and MIT, spoke about artificial intelligence and life sciences advances. The remarks were delivered at an America250 and Forbes event focused on innovation.
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Newsweektechnology98 days ago
Coca-Cola Announces Yearlong Program for US 250th Anniversary in 2026
The Coca-Cola Company has launched a national program in partnership with the America250 Commission for the United States' 250th anniversary in 2026. The initiative includes limited-edition collectible cans and bottles with state-specific designs and digital interactive elements.…