Fourth of July: What you need to know about the origins, traditions of the holiday
Here are some interesting facts about July 4, including the origin of the holiday and how fireworks became part of the tradition.
Here are some interesting facts about July 4, including the origin of the holiday and how fireworks became part of the tradition.
Happy semiquincentennial: We're already planning America's 250th birthday in 2026
This 4th of July, a special commission tasked with planning America’s semiquincentennial in 2026 will officially launch its three-year countdown campaign.
This 4th of July, a special commission tasked with planning America’s semiquincentennial in 2026 will officially launch its three-year countdown campaign.
Passengers see fewer flight cancellations, delays for July 4th weekend
One of the biggest concerns was whether 5G signals would interfere with aircraft equipment that's critical when planes land in low visibility.
One of the biggest concerns was whether 5G signals would interfere with aircraft equipment that's critical when planes land in low visibility.
Eid al-Adha: Indonesia's Muslims celebrate with feasts after disease last year disrupted rituals
Muslims across Indonesia are celebrating Eid al-Adha, one of the biggest holidays in the Islamic calendar, with full meat-based feasts after fears of last year’s foot-and-mouth disease outbreak waned.
Muslims across Indonesia are celebrating Eid al-Adha, one of the biggest holidays in the Islamic calendar, with full meat-based feasts after fears of last year’s foot-and-mouth disease outbreak waned.
Celebrate 4th of July with these food freebies and deals
Americans can enjoy Independence Day 2023 with various free food and drink deals across the country. Here's a roundup of some being offered.
Americans can enjoy Independence Day 2023 with various free food and drink deals across the country. Here's a roundup of some being offered.
Juneteenth 2023: More than half of states recognizing it as official public holiday
At least 28 U.S. states are legally recognizing Juneteenth as a public holiday this year — meaning state government offices are closed and state workers have a paid day off.
At least 28 U.S. states are legally recognizing Juneteenth as a public holiday this year — meaning state government offices are closed and state workers have a paid day off.
What is Juneteenth? The history of the newest federal holiday and how to celebrate
Here's how the Juneteenth came to be and how you can mark the occasion.
Here's how the Juneteenth came to be and how you can mark the occasion.
Father's Day in Hollywood: Kids who have joined their dads in blockbuster movies and hit TV shows
Tom Hanks, Chris Hemsworth and Clint Eastwood have all appeared in films with their children.
Tom Hanks, Chris Hemsworth and Clint Eastwood have all appeared in films with their children.
Ultimate Father’s Day gift: Son donates kidney to save his dad’s life
Jonathan Calixto, 30, said he "never hesitated" to give his dad "another chance at life."
Jonathan Calixto, 30, said he "never hesitated" to give his dad "another chance at life."
Father's Day 2023: What to know about the holiday and how it started
Father's Day founder Sonora Smart Dodd was raised by her dad after her mother died in childbirth in 1898.
Father's Day founder Sonora Smart Dodd was raised by her dad after her mother died in childbirth in 1898.
Juneteenth 2023: What’s open and closed on Monday for the federal holiday
With Juneteenth now recognized as a federal holiday, many offices and businesses will be closed. Here's a look at the list.
With Juneteenth now recognized as a federal holiday, many offices and businesses will be closed. Here's a look at the list.
Biden, first lady hosting Juneteenth concert at White House
Artists who will be featured include Audra McDonald, Jennifer Hudson, and Cliff “Method Man” Smith, a member of the legendary hip-hop group Wu-Tang Clan.
Artists who will be featured include Audra McDonald, Jennifer Hudson, and Cliff “Method Man” Smith, a member of the legendary hip-hop group Wu-Tang Clan.
Memorial Day holiday US air passenger travel tops 2019 levels
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) says more than 9 million people were screened at airports over the four-day Memorial Day holiday weekend.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) says more than 9 million people were screened at airports over the four-day Memorial Day holiday weekend.
Biden marks Memorial Day with wreath-laying ceremony, lauds troops' sacrifice
President Joe Biden said in a Memorial Day address that Americans “must never forget the price that was paid" by troops to protect their democracy.
President Joe Biden said in a Memorial Day address that Americans “must never forget the price that was paid" by troops to protect their democracy.
'Missing Hero Table': Fallen soldiers honored with empty seat at table on Memorial Day
Creating "The Missing Hero Table" — or setting an extra place and empty chair at the family table — is a way to remember the soldier who never came home, as one Florida mom explains.
Creating "The Missing Hero Table" — or setting an extra place and empty chair at the family table — is a way to remember the soldier who never came home, as one Florida mom explains.
Video shows hot air balloons soaring over New York State Park
The festival includes 20 non-commercial, colorful balloons flown voluntarily by pilots who enjoy the experience of flying amidst nature.
The festival includes 20 non-commercial, colorful balloons flown voluntarily by pilots who enjoy the experience of flying amidst nature.
Memorial Day: 5 things to know about the holiday, including its controversies
Memorial Day is supposed to be about mourning the nation’s fallen service members, but it’s come to mark the unofficial start of summer and a long weekend of discounts.
Memorial Day is supposed to be about mourning the nation’s fallen service members, but it’s come to mark the unofficial start of summer and a long weekend of discounts.
Weather officials warn Memorial Day beachgoers of dangerous rip currents along coasts
Weather service officials are warning beachgoers of dangerous surf and rip currents across U.S. coasts this Memorial Day weekend.
Weather service officials are warning beachgoers of dangerous surf and rip currents across U.S. coasts this Memorial Day weekend.
Top 10 travel destinations to honor the fallen on Memorial Day
The top destinations are based on the number of war memorials and veteran-owned businesses in each city.
The top destinations are based on the number of war memorials and veteran-owned businesses in each city.
Memorial Day 2023 deals for veterans and military members
Restaurants and shops are celebrating veterans and active duty members with a variety of deals and freebies.
Restaurants and shops are celebrating veterans and active duty members with a variety of deals and freebies.