Fireworks, parades and celebrations in photos from around the country. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/interactive/2026/07/03/fireworks-parades-celebrations-photos-around-country/ Author : Washington Post staff Publish date : 2026-07-03 20:13:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding is drawing an interesting crowd of some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment to Madison Square Garden.That includes New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel, fresh off Super Bowl LX, who was spotted in New York City arriving and then later departing a hotel with his wife, Jen.Page Six posted a video of the two on social media, showing them leaving the hotel and getting into a car early Friday evening.TAYLOR SWIFT AND TRAVIS KELCE'S WEDDING OF THE YEAR: EVERYTHING WE KNOW SO FARVrabel — who previously coached the Tennessee Titans —
Any Israeli attempt to kill Abbas Araghchi, the foreign minister, or Mohammad Ghalibaf, the Parliament speaker, would have derailed peace talks, American officials feared. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/02/us/politics/israel-iran-negotiators-plot.html Author : Julian E. Barnes and Farnaz Fassihi Publish date : 2026-07-03 18:10:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
For the surviving Iranian regime, the funeral offers an opportunity to project power after withstanding months of war with Israel and the United States. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/07/03/iran-begins-funeral-rites-ali-khamenei-supreme-leader-killed-war/ Author : Susannah George Publish date : 2026-07-03 12:41:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Hello? Anyone out there? Is anyone in class today?For those of you who didn't skip, congrats! That's dedication. I'll be be honest, if I wasn't working today, I'd be so far from the internet I'd probably forget it even existed.Nothing like Fourth of July Eve, right? An underrated mini-holiday. Christmas Eve is the GOAT. The night before Thanksgiving is a good one. But the day before the Fourth, especially on the magical year when it falls on a Friday? Elite stuff. This is why we grind in June and keep our heads down during Pride month.For days — and weekends
Francesca Hong, a state legislator running for governor of Wisconsin, wants to prove that a democratic socialist can win in a battleground. Some say she would hand the race to Republicans. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/03/us/politics/democratic-socialism-wisconsin-francesca-hong.html Author : Kellen Browning and Jenn Ackerman Publish date : 2026-07-03 17:21:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Partisanship around the country’s big anniversary has put Democrats in a bind: They want to criticize the president without appearing unpatriotic. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/07/03/trump-headlines-america250-democrats-offer-their-vision-patriotism/ Author : Ben Binday, Maegan Vazquez Publish date : 2026-07-03 16:55:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani took aim at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, Elon Musk and what he described as the "arena of supremacy" in the United States during an immigration-themed America 250 speech on Friday ahead of Fourth of July weekend.Flanked by eight recently naturalized U.S. citizens, Mamdani invoked the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and America's history of immigration before turning his rhetoric on elements of today's U.S. Mamdani also blasted the "world's first trillionaire" --- a milestone Musk achieved with the long-awaited Initial Public Offering (IPO) of SpaceX last month."We see the wealthiest country
Anastasiia Berezovska, a 39-year-old Ukrainian, tried to kill three people with a parcel bomb on Monday, the authorities said. She remained on the run. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/03/world/europe/monaco-bomb-suspect-ukraine-anastasiia-berezovska.html Author : Ségolène Le Stradic Publish date : 2026-07-03 14:52:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Freedom and prosperity are never guaranteed, but it’s a mistake to bet against America. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/interactive/2026/07/03/25-reasons-be-optimistic-about-americas-future/ Author : Editorial Board Publish date : 2026-07-03 11:30:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed was confronted repeatedly over whether Israel has a right to exist during a tense CNN interview on Thursday, in addition to several social media posts he's deleted about defunding the police."AIPAC is a big part of this conversation because Israel has become a very central topic, especially inside the Democratic Party, but nationally as well. Do you believe Israel has a right to exist?" CNN's Kasie Hunt asked.El-Sayed responded, "So, Kasie, AIPAC has become a big issue in this election because AIPAC has already spent $30 million in this election — they’re by far the biggest
Foreign dignitaries from China, Russia, Pakistan and elsewhere are set to pay respects to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Friday as days of ceremonies get underway. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/03/world/middleeast/iran-funeral-supreme-leader.html Author : Yeganeh Torbati Publish date : 2026-07-03 11:24:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
See the places on the planet that will be hotter than the nation’s capital. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2026/07/02/dc-is-about-be-hotter-than-99-percent-world/ Author : Ben Noll Publish date : 2026-07-02 13:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
The Caitlin Clark Hate Tour rolled on this week in the WNBA, and the Fever star didn't even have to take a fist to the throat this time.This one, however, may somehow hurt even more.According to her peers, Clark is the 11th-best guard in the league. That's right. Eleven! The 24-year-old was voted as a starter in the July 25 All-Star game, but the breakdown of how the league, media, and fans voted raised some eyebrows.WNBA WANTS A BIGGER STORY THAN CAITLIN CLARK, BUT TV RATINGS KEEP POINTING BACK TO HERThe fans voted Clark as the second-best guard in the
Lobga Rangzen, a 52-year-old resident of Queens, died after the self-immolation. He said Beijing’s policies were “destroying the Tibetan people.” Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/03/world/asia/tibet-self-immolation-united-nations-china.html Author : Lily Kuo Publish date : 2026-07-03 09:38:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Visit places outside of the National Mall to watch fireworks and parades, check out local concerts or browse events specifically for kids. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2026/07/02/27-best-things-do-dc-this-weekend-next-week/ Author : Fritz Hahn, Jade Tran, Adele Chapin, Chris Kelly Publish date : 2026-07-02 13:30:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
A New Orleans grand jury on Thursday indicted Republican Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill on charges including intimidation and malfeasance, accusing the state's top law enforcement officer of threatening local officials during a high-profile political dispute over the Orleans Parish criminal court clerk's office.The 16-count indictment accuses Louisiana's first female attorney general of threatening local officials with removal from office if they proceeded with actions she believed violated state law.Assistant District Attorney Laurie White, who is prosecuting the case, said Thursday she expects it to be "very simple" and "very open and shut."INDICTED SPLC CHIEF FACES HOUSE GRILLING OVER ALLEGED
More than six million have been signed up for the investment accounts, which open for contributions July 4, but there are barriers to uptake. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/02/upshot/trump-investment-accounts-children.html Author : Claire Cain Miller Publish date : 2026-07-03 01:17:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
The gap between the two has gone up since Trump took office last year. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/07/02/black-unemployment-rises-while-white-unemployment-stays-stable/ Author : Lydia Sidhom, Robert Samuels Publish date : 2026-07-02 19:31:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
An appeals court on Thursday ruled that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement cannot detain immigrants for more than 90 days without giving them an opportunity to seek release on bond while their deportation proceedings are pending.In a 2-1 ruling, the Fifth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals sided against the administration, potentially affecting thousands of immigrants who have been detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in states within the court 's jurisdiction, including Texas and Louisiana.Judge Leslie Southwick, writing for the majority, said the U.S. Supreme Court found in 2001 that the due process clause protects everyone, including two Mexican
On the country’s 250th anniversary, what is actually being celebrated? Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/02/world/america-250-anniversary-kyiv-vatican-taylor-swift.html Author : Katrin Bennhold Publish date : 2026-07-03 04:51:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
People are seeking refuge from intense temperatures and humidity this week. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/photography/interactive/2026/07/02/see-how-americans-are-weathering-heat-domes-sweltering-temperatures/ Author : Thomas Simonetti Publish date : 2026-07-02 15:28:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, backyard barbecues and home-cooked meals remain at the heart of many Independence Day traditions.A new Fox Nation special, "American Kitchen: An America 250 BBQ," celebrates those flavors with patriotic recipes, grilling inspiration and dishes that reflect the country's diverse culinary traditions. Premiering July 3, the special features decorated U.S. Army veteran and celebrity chef Andre Rush alongside chef David Burke, with appearances by chef Robert Irvine, as they showcase classic American cooking and Fourth of July favorites.GEORGE WASHINGTON'S 1757 BEER RECIPE BROUGHT BACK TO LIFE AHEAD OF AMERICA'S 250TH BIRTHDAYBelow are nine recipes
The event for about 100 guests at Madison Square Garden kicked off a weekend of celebration for the pop star and the athlete, as celebrities arrived in town and reinforcements were delivered. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/02/style/swift-kelce-wedding-msg-rehearsal-dinner.html Author : Madison Malone Kircher Publish date : 2026-07-03 02:05:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
The sect, the Society of St. Pius X, defied a direct plea from Pope Leo XIV and sought to consecrate four bishops without the Vatican's approval. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/07/02/vatican-excommunicates-bishops-breakaway-traditionalist-sect/ Author : Anthony Faiola, Stefano Pitrelli Publish date : 2026-07-02 23:26:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.