Since the Fourth of July, (which I call Independence Day) is one of my favorite holidays, I was surprised to discover that many people don’t realize it’s considered America’s birthday. If you want to ...

Independence Day, also known as the Fourth of July, is recognized nationwide as a day of liberation — a day when Americans can celebrate their freedom during the 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. workday and spend the ...

As the nation marks Independence Day and the world looks to the Paris Summer Olympic Games, the National Museum of American History is collecting from the 2024 Presidential campaign, highlighting ...

Independence Day is one of the most important national holidays in India, celebrated every year to commemorate the country’s freedom from British rule. It is a day of pride, patriotism, and reflection ...

The Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776, but most signatures weren't affixed until August 2. Founding Fathers Thomas Jefferson and John Adams both died on July 4, 1826, the 50th ...

If America's birthday had a greatest hits reel, this would be it. July 4, 2012 -- intro: Sparklers? Check. Head-to-toe red, white and blue outfit? Check. Pocket-sized Declaration of Independence? Heck ...

John Trumbull’s famous “Declaration of Independence” was a figment of the artist’s imagination. That’s not the only myth we believe about our founding. aoc.gov To all Americans on this Independence ...

S1: Welcome in San Diego. It's Jade Hindman on today's show Reflections on Mexican Independence Day and what it means in 2025. This is KPBS Midday Edition. Connecting our communities through ...

As President Trump tears down the historic White House screening room, here's a look back at one memorable night, as first recounted in a 2021 Hollywood Reporter oral history. By Aaron Couch Film ...

To all Americans on this Independence Day: You’re doing it wrong. Upon the successful vote in the Second Continental Congress confirming American independence, Massachusetts delegate John Adams wrote ...