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Virginia Resolution on May 15, 1776, Led to Fireworks the Next DayFox News
politics6 days agoDeveloping

Virginia Resolution on May 15, 1776, Led to Fireworks the Next Day

On May 15, 1776, Virginia delegates voted to declare the colony independent from Britain. The following day, Williamsburg residents held a militia parade, feast, and fireworks display.

Fox News
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Alberta Judge Rules Separatist Petition Invalidtheglobeandmail.com
politics7 days ago

Alberta Judge Rules Separatist Petition Invalid

An Alberta judge ruled that a citizens' initiative seeking a binding vote on provincial independence was invalid. The Canadian prime minister stated that Alberta remains essential to the country.

The Guardian
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John Swinney Re-elected as Scotland's First Ministerbbc.co.uk
world9 days ago

John Swinney Re-elected as Scotland's First Minister

SNP leader John Swinney won the nomination to serve another term as first minister in a Scottish Parliament vote. He is scheduled to be formally sworn in on Wednesday and will appoint a new cabinet.

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Somaliland Holds First Independence Day After Israeli Recognitionmiddleeasteye.net
world10 days ago

Somaliland Holds First Independence Day After Israeli Recognition

Somaliland marked its 35th self-declared independence anniversary on May 18, 2026, with a military parade in Hargeisa. The event followed Israel's December recognition of the territory as an independent state.

Al Jazeera
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Charlize Theron States Daughters Will Earn First Cars and Jobs for Financial Independencecitizen.co.za
world26 days agoDeveloping

Charlize Theron States Daughters Will Earn First Cars and Jobs for Financial Independence

Actress Charlize Theron discussed her parenting approach on a recent podcast, emphasizing that her daughters must gain experience before receiving nice cars and secure paying jobs. She adopted her daughters in 2012 and 2015. Theron also reflected on single motherhood in a 2025 in…

nypost.com
foxnews.com
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Parent Allows 8-Year-Old Son to Bike with Friends for IndependenceSubstrate placeholder — needs review
finance47 days ago

Parent Allows 8-Year-Old Son to Bike with Friends for Independence

A parent began permitting their 8-year-old son to bike around the neighborhood with friends despite safety concerns. This decision aims to foster confidence and independence in children. The experience has also strengthened family bonds.

insider.com
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