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America 250: Renewing our commitment to those who serve

As America celebrates its 250th birthday, we have an opportunity not only to honor our history but to renew our commitment to the people who continue to defend it. For 2 1/2 centuries, generations of Americans have answered the call to serve. They have fought our wars, defended our freedoms, and preserved the American dream. […]

Iran war may deliver US a diplomatic silver lining

In late June, less than two weeks after the Trump administration signed its much-ridiculed memorandum of understanding with Iran, Secretary of State Marco Rubio traveled to the Middle East. The journey was as much about damage control as anything else. While Washington’s regional allies were relieved the shooting had tapered off, many had concerns about what […]

What to know about DCA flights and July 4th ground stops

Festivities marking America’s 250th anniversary will force Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to close temporarily to airline traffic on Saturday afternoon. The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) said that it will restrict all inbound and outbound flights starting at noon on Independence Day. DCA terminals will operate at a “reduced capacity” until the airspace reopens...

Live updates: US celebrates 250 years despite heat dome; Trump set for ‘long’ speech

An excessive heat dome is threatening Fourth of July festivities in the nation's capital and beyond — forcing cancellations, delays and other changes to holiday schedules as millions of Americans head outdoors to celebrate the U.S.'s 250th birthday. Washington, D.C., canceled its annual parade late Friday and pushed back the opening of the "Great American...

At 250, America’s Muslims are proud of our country but in a debate with ourselves

New polling shows a patriotic, politically diverse community that refuses to fit familiar stereotypes.

DC parade canceled as excessive heat further upends America 250 festivities 

The annual Independence Day parade in Washington, D.C., was canceled late Friday due to sweltering temperatures in the nation’s capital.  The event, which is hosted by the National Park Service, was scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday morning. Organizers said they canceled the procession due to an “Extreme Heat Warning” from the National...

Happy Independence Day, America: Your revolution inspired ours

Robert Emmet, the Irish republican leader. said he wished to secure for Ireland “the guarantee which Washington procured for America."

‘It is a crisis’: Putin under increasing pressure from Ukraine war

Russian President Vladimir Putin is coming under rare public criticism at home, a significant signal of how the pressures from the more than four-year war in Ukraine are hurting the country. Fuel shortages and rising inflation, high-profile attacks against Russian energy infrastructure and cities, and mounting military casualties are prompting prominent figures to start pinning the blame...

Kean’s depression disclosure prompts questions about mental health stigma

When Rep. Tom Kean Jr. (R-N.J.) disclosed that his monthslong disappearance from the House was due to depression, he opened a delicate but difficult conversation: How much information about their personal health are politicians expected to share? After vanishing from public life for more than 100 days and offering almost no details, Kean returned...

5 cities missing out on hosting FIFA World Cup matches in 2026

Some major U.S. cities are getting an economic boost from the World Cup, with places like Los Angeles, Miami and Dallas flooded with thousands of overseas tourists attending matches to cheer on their home countries and packing bars to take in the action on the pitch. Economists and tourism experts have said the impact of the event on local economies might not be felt for weeks and is best measured on a city-by-city...

FOR INSIDERS | Democrats grapple with left-wing primary wins

Democrats are grappling with the success of left-wing candidates and the party’s midterm messaging as Republicans pounce on recent wins. A week after a pair of Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) candidates won their congressional primaries in New York and unseated five-term Rep. Adriano Espaillat (D-N.Y.), democratic socialist Melat Kiros defeated 15-term Rep. Diana DeGette...

Top Trump official touts how DC makeover is proof America is rejecting ‘decline by choice’

Doug Burgum defends Washington D.C. infrastructure push, citing 510 graffiti removals, monument restoration, and crime reduction ahead of July 4th.

Pro-Trump artist unleashes powerful message about American flag, touts massive Old Glory painting

A Trump-supporting artist is painting a potentially record-breaking 9-by-17-foot American flag at the Great American State Fair, but he insists the flag belongs to everyone no matter political party.

Newsom, Walz urge Congress to block anti-climate bill in their ‘woke’ crusade

Democratic governors urge Congress to reject the Stop Climate Shakedowns Act as the Supreme Court prepares to hear the Boulder ExxonMobil lawsuit.

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