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Hundreds of masked white nationalists march in Washington on Fourth of July

Neo-fascist group Patriot Front parades banners, including Confederate flag, chanting ‘Reclaim America’ in US capital

The Guardian - US

Heat Advisory Today: Experts Warn DC's Historic Fireworks Could Briefly Push Air Pollution to Beijing-Like Levels

Washington's July Fourth fireworks face extreme heat and pollution warnings, with air quality potentially reaching hazardous levels similar to Beijing, prompting health precautions for attendees.

International Business Times UK

'The Whole City Is Going to Hear It': Donald Trump Reportedly Risks Jail Time Over 'Illegal' Midnight Fireworks

Donald Trump's July 4th fireworks display, part of America250 celebrations, faces scrutiny over noise regulations and environmental concerns, with 850,000 shells planned for launch in Washington, D.C.

International Business Times UK

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Happy 250th Birthday America! An Anniversary Marked by Fireworks, Star Power and Trump's Keynote Speech

America celebrates its 250th birthday with historic fireworks, coastal spectacles amid a record-breaking summer heatwave. Trump's keynote speech to take place in the evening.

Latin Times

America@250: The United States of Anxiety

TOI correspondent from Washington: When President Donald Trump asserted repeatedly in recent months that the United States has become the “hottest country in the world” little could anyone have imagined he meant it literally although some of his supporters attribute magical qualities to him.

The Times of India

A divided US celebrates 250th birthday as heatwave bears down on East Coast

The US is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the country's independence on Saturday under sweltering temperatures, with a massive fireworks show planned in Washington following a speech by US President Donald Trump.

France 24

Fireworks, heat and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday

America's 250th Independence Day is marked by widespread celebrations amidst political division and a sweltering heatwave affecting millions. President Trump addressed crowds at Mount Rushmore, while major cities like Washington, Chicago, and New York host elaborate fireworks. Despite weather challenges and national introspection on its history, Americans are finding ways…

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Washington DC’s Fourth of July parade canceled due to soaring temperature

National Weather Service issued an extreme heat warning as high temperatures have paralyzed the east coast

The Guardian - US

'His Decline Is Starting to Really Show': GOP Strategist Predicts Trouble for Trump and Republicans Before Midterm

Republican strategist Maura Gillespie says Donald Trump's visible decline and obsession with branding his name across Washington are becoming a serious liability for Republicans ahead of the US midterms.

International Business Times UK

Trump warns of communist threat as Washington parade cancelled due to heatwave

"Communism is a mortal threat to American liberty," Trump said during a speech on Friday. "It is the greatest threat to our country".

Euronews

Trump Rolls Out America's 250th Anniversary. Mamdani Invokes A Swift Word Of Caution

US President Donald Trump has warned about the threat posed by Communism to America as he ushered in the 250th anniversary of American Independence. New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani struck a different tone, celebrating America as a nation "working each day towards the perfection in which it was conceived."

International Business Times

Heat wave disrupts Fourth of July events in Washington, strains power grids across US

A severe heatwave has disrupted Fourth of July celebrations across the central and eastern United States, forcing cancellations of parades, concerts, and fireworks. Record-breaking temperatures, fueled by a "heat dome," have strained power grids and led to widespread heat alerts affecting over 185 million people. Officials are urging caution due…

The Economic Times

Extreme heat bears down as America 250 celebrations ramp up. Trump heads to Mount Rushmore

Across the US, celebrations for America's 250th anniversary are underway, marked by patriotic displays and fireworks, though tempered by extreme heat. President Trump is set to speak at Mount Rushmore and the National Mall, while New York City hosts a unique midnight ball drop. Despite efforts for unity, political divisions…

The Economic Times

‘A total disappointment’: revelers face unbearable heat at Great American State Fair

Attendance had been thin to Trump’s ‘unbelievable’ event before an increase on Friday – and then the high temperatures swept in

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Washington man, about to be evicted, saw landlord as threat to his daughter. So, he killed her and her husband before vacuuming away the evidence

“It’s hard to believe that I did that.”

The Independent UK

Trump’s state fair suffers latest meltdown as extreme heat suddenly shuts it down

The unbearable heat in Washington is just the latest issue for the lightly attended state fair on the National Mall

The Economic Times

July 4 fireworks near me: Independence Day events schedule, ball drops locations, fireworks show in Mount Rushmore, Washington D.C., New York City, Las Vegas, Boston, other locations

July 4 fireworks locations: Freedom 250, an organization aligned with the White House, has come to rival America250, a bipartisan group founded by Congress a decade ago.

Latin Times

Cuba's Reform Pitch Is Not Washington's Doing, Says a Castro Grandnephew

A Castro grandnephew now leading Cuba's economic ministry insists sweeping new reforms are a sovereign choice, not a concession — even as Washington calls them hollow and layers on fresh sanctions.

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Euronews

Iran FM confirms reports Israel planned to target Tehran's negotiators

Iran's foreign minister corroborated US media reports that Washington warned Tehran Israel may have had its chief negotiators on a target list during April talks in Islamabad, the same talks that produced the framework deal signed on 17 June.

Medical Daily

Record-Breaking Heat Is Threatening Fourth of July Events as Cities Increase Safety Precautions

Heat index up to 115°F on July 4 in Richmond, 111°F in Philadelphia, 110°F in D.C. Here's what NYC, Nashville, Boston, Philly and other cities are doing to protect people.

The Independent UK

New York City to break tradition for first time in history to celebrate America 250

Throughout the day, the ball will make a total of eight descents

International Business Times UK

Trump Allegedly Plans to Cut Down DC's Oldest Cherry Tree to Make Way for Massive New Washington Golf Course

Donald Trump's proposal to redevelop East Potomac Golf Links into a championship venue faces criticism for potentially endangering historic cherry trees and public recreation areas in Washington, D.C.

France 24

US history gets a presidential makeover for its 250th birthday

This year, the United States is marking 250 years of independence with celebrations across the country. An historic occasion that US President Donald Trump intends to turn into the crowning achievement of his second term by changing the appearance of Washington DC to his taste – and infusing his vision…

The Times of India

US warned Iran of alleged Israeli plot to kill negotiators; Araghchi, Ghalibaf among targets

US officials privately alerted Iran that Israel might target top negotiators, including Foreign Minister Araghchi and Speaker Ghalibaf, during peace talks. Washington feared such assassinations would derail diplomacy and reignite conflict, urging Israel against targeting Iran's political leadership. These warnings highlight growing US-Israel differences on Iran policy, with the US…

The Guardian - AU

‘Ridiculous’ for US to maintain current Nato support, Trump warns ahead of alliance summit

President says Washington’s relationship with Nato is ‘not reciprocal’ and ‘they were not there for us’ in Iran war

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