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national-holiday
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croatiaweek.compolitics15 hrs ago
U.S. Marks 250th Anniversary With Fireworks, Flyovers and Presidential Speech
Organizers plan more than 850,000 fireworks, hourly military flyovers and a presidential address on the National Mall on July 4. The event has been designated a National Special Security Event after a foiled drone plot last month.
world18 hrs ago
U.S. Prepares Nationwide Events for 250th Anniversary on July 4
National events for the milestone face disruption from extreme heat. Planning already included cancellations of long-scheduled programs. NPR reported the developments on July 3, 2026.
world1 day 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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