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5 Creative Ways to Photograph Fireworks

These tips will make your images stand out

By Josh Raab June 30, 2017

Move Over, Fourth of July. There May Be a Better Day to Celebrate America's Independence

Historians weigh in on other dates in early American history worth celebrating

By Olivia B. Waxman June 29, 2017

America's 'Real' Independence Day Is Not July 4

Although Americans have long celebrated Independence Day on July 4, technically that is not when the colonies voted to become a new nation. That honor belongs to July 2, 1776, which was not only the...

By Olivia B. Waxman June 29, 2017

Kaley Cuoco Apologizes for Photo of Dogs Sitting on an American Flag After the Internet Got Angry

"This [in] no way reflects my feelings toward what the American flag represents."

By Ashley Hoffman July 6, 2016

Taylor Swift's Fourth of July Party Looks Like a Lot of Work

Welcome to Taymerica

By Cady Lang July 5, 2016

These Celebrities Had a Better Fourth of July Than You And These Instagrams Are Proof

Pics or it didn't happen

By Cady Lang July 5, 2016

Watch President Obama Sing 'Happy Birthday' to Malia

She happened to turn 18 the same day

By TIME Staff July 4, 2016

John Cena's New Ad Sends Powerful Message About Patriotism

"To love America is to love all Americans"

By Megan McCluskey July 4, 2016

14 Photos That Prove Taylor Swift Does Fourth of July Better Than Anyone Else

No one loves the all-American holiday more

By Cady Lang July 1, 2016

The 11 Grossest Things People Have Found Inside Hot Dogs

The hot dog is a strange food

By Denver Nicks June 30, 2016

The Top 5 Myths About the Fourth of July

Even the date itself is surrounded by myths

By Rick Shenkman / History News Network July 4, 2015

How Fireworks Can Trigger PTSD

Fireworks will be going off with a bang all weekend, but for some, they cause more anxiety than celebration

By Alice Park July 2, 2015

How Fourth of July Fireworks Pollution Could Be Damaging Your Health

Levels of tiny pollutants are 42% higher on the holiday than on a typical day, one study says

By Justin Worland July 2, 2015

Here's What Happens To Your Steak When You Grill It

Nothing says the Fourth of July like juicy seared food, so here’s a quick lesson on the science behind grilling

By Alice Park July 2, 2015

How to Make Your Own Sparklers

A fun DIY project for your family

By Caitlin Pike / Food52 July 1, 2015

The Science of Why We Love Fireworks

How do fireworks work? The same way the universe does

By Salima Koroma and Ainissa Ramirez July 1, 2015

The Best 4th of July Fireworks Displays Across America

Happy birthday America.

By TIME Video July 5, 2014

Putin Wishes Obama Happy Fourth of July

The Russian president used the occasion to call for improved relations.

By Justin Worland July 4, 2014

This Is What Happens When You Fly a Drone Into Fireworks

The video looks incredible

By Justin Worland July 4, 2014

Bud Light Patriotic Fourth of July Tweet Just Too Much

Why replace white stripes in the American flag with beer?

By Justin Worland July 4, 2014

Watch This Guy Eat 61 Hot Dogs in 10 Minutes

Happy Fourth of July, from the bottom of our hearts (and stomachs).

By TIME Video July 4, 2014

Hot Dog Eating Champion Eats 61 Franks

Joey "Jaws" Chestnut retains his title, while the "Black Widow" is defeated

By Justin Worland July 4, 2014

Transformers Smashes Tammy at Box Office

Sequel adds to $100 million earned last weekend

By Justin Worland July 4, 2014

Beware of Bugs at Your BBQ

An Independence Day warning

By NBC News July 4, 2014

Obama Will Host Naturalization Ceremony on July 4

Obama alluded to the event in a Monday speech

By Zeke J Miller July 4, 2014

What Happened to the Big Fourth of July Blockbuster?

Once a prime movie holiday, the midsummer date has lost its luster

By Richard Corliss July 3, 2014

Millennials Proud Of Country, See Its Flaws

MTV study challenges typical notions of young Americans

By Justin Worland July 3, 2014

Why I'm Thankful for America's Immigrants and Religion this Fourth of July

Two reasons I love America: her immigrants and religiosity.

By Eric H. Yoffie July 3, 2014

Here's The Hardest Place To Buy Fireworks in America

Buying fireworks is tough in some places, easy in others

By Justin Worland July 3, 2014

How to Get Great Fireworks Photos with Your Phone

Watching the July 4th fireworks has been a long-standing family tradition. But capturing the beautiful aerial displays can be hard if you stick with the auto settings on your smartphone, so try these simple tricks...

By Techlicious July 3, 2014

Bombs Bursting in Air: A War on Fireworks

Let’s think about banning the “BOOM!”

By Sarah Miller July 2, 2014

fourth of july

Trump's Big Show

President Trump Has Planned a Big Military Tribute for the Fourth of July. That's Not the Best Way to Honor the Troops

Fans Are Crushed Taylor Swift Skipped Her 4th of July Party

Joey Chestnut Wins Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest