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The most superstitious man in Paraguayan politics

Paraguay has a tough fight against France today, which means President Santiago Peña may have to savor his last chance to wrap himself in the flag of Latin America’s...

Allez les … eh, not us

47%The share of voters who associate with France’s far-right National Rally who told the...

America’s oldest ally isn’t done yet

Morocco’s win is perhaps fitting for Independence Day. The country was the first to...

Should celebrities and athletes shut up about politics? It’s complicated.

Americans are fed up with politics invading every aspect of their lives. But many...

Carney commiserates

As Canada exits the World Cup, Prime Minister Mark Carney posted on X: "Today,...

Celebrities counter Trump’s America 250 rhetoric with ‘On Tyranny’ reading 

A star-studded cast released a reading of Timothy Snyder’s popular anti-propagandist book “On Tyranny” as counterprogramming to the White House-led celebrations for America’s 250th on Saturday.  The video, which was narrated by Sarah Jessica Parker, featured celebrities like Mark Ruffalo, Joan Baez, Kimberlé Crenshaw, Margaret Atwood, Leslie Odom Jr., Ted Danson and others. The stars...

Former presidents reflect on America at 250: ‘Constant work in progress’

Former Presidents Joe Biden, Barack Obama, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton on Saturday marked the U.S.’s 250th birthday with messages reflecting on both U.S. history and the future of the country. Their sentiments struck a common theme: the U.S. has prospered since its founding in 1776 because generations of Americans have worked to fight...

‘Liberty of action’ is an overlooked freedom

Alexis de Tocqueville's concept of "liberty of action" is still relevant today, as people come together to make a positive difference in their communities through acts of kindness and connection.

What to know about July 4th security on National Mall

Security at this year’s Fourth of July celebration on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., will look different from previous years to accommodate a speech from President Trump marking the 250th anniversary.  The iconic annual fireworks show in the nation’s capital was designated as a “National Special Security Event” for the first time ever this...

Trump’s $1K investment accounts roll out for eligible newborns

The Trump administration on Saturday launched its newborn investment program, called “Trump Accounts,” opening the federal savings accounts for millions of children in line with America’s 250th anniversary. Trump Accounts are available to anyone with a Social Security number under the age of 18. Qualifying children born between Jan 1, 2025, and Dec. 31, 2028,...

The Great American Betrayal

After 250 years, many Americans are disillusioned with their country due to its broken political and legal systems, declining faith, and tech-driven echo chambers that amplify fear and division.

World leaders toast America on its 250th birthday

A host of leaders from around the globe took to social media on Saturday to extend congratulations to America on its 250th anniversary milestone.  European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in her message celebrated the relationship between the U.S. and European nations. “Today, we join our American friends in celebrating 250 years of independence,”...

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...

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