INDEPENDENCE DAY

Sri Lanka has marked its 75th independence anniversary as a bankrupt nation, with many citizens angry, anxious and in no mood to celebrate.

SYFY's new space survival series "The Ark" launches tonight with a spaceship disaster waking passengers from cryogenic hibernation.

Tanzania’s president has canceled Independence Day celebrations scheduled for Friday and directed that the budget instead be used to build dormitories for children with special needs

Opposition politicians in Poland have criticized police for detaining anti-fascist activists but not reacting to the appearance of a Nazi-era symbol during a nationalist march.

Tens of thousands of people in Warsaw have marched peacefully in a yearly Independence Day march organized by Polish nationalist groups.

The Russian Prosecutor General's Office blocked access to the Hochu Zhit website nationwide on Sunday, according to an anti-censorship organization.

"Viva México!" President Andrés Manuel López Obrador shouted repeatedly — calls that were loudly echoed by the massive crowd that packed Mexico City's Zócalo square.

El Salvador President Nayib Bukele has announced on the country’s Independence Day that he will seek re-election to a second five-year term

Videos shared on social media show concert attendees piled on top of one another after being trampled, as a large crowd rushed to exit the venue.

At least nine people have died and some 20 were injured in a stampede in Guatemala early Thursday as the country celebrated its independence.

Jimmy Kimmel tackled Donald Trump\'s Mar-a-Lago raid and evidence of flushing documents down the toilet in the return to his late night show.

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Some international legal scholars say Russia’s attack on a Ukrainian train station that killed more than 20 people this week is the latest in a series of strikes on the country’s railway system that may be war crimes.

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Independence Day commemorates Ukraine's 1991 declaration of independence from the Soviet Union.

Ukraine’s president says Russian forces have launched a rocket attack on a train station in central Ukraine on the country’s Independence Day, killing 22 people.

Six months of war have solidified Ukraine’s sense of nationhood.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has decided to show Britain’s solidarity with Ukraine by saying it with flowers.

DDA Multnomah County grand jury has ordered Walmart to pay $4.4 million in damages to a man who sued the store saying he was racially profiled and harassed by a Walmart employee at a Portland, Ore., area store in 2020.

Ukrainian Independence Day and the six-month anniversary of Russia's invasion fall on the same day, drawing different displays across the country.

Ukraine's president warned Russia could do something "particularly cruel" as Ukraine prepares for Independence Day on Wednesday, six months since Moscow's invasion.

KATERYNA TYSHCHENKO - SATURDAY, 20 AUGUST 2022, 21:36 President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine believes that Russia might attempt to carry out particularly violent attacks next week [Ukraine's Independence Day is on 24 August, which falls on next Wednesday - ed.

Julio Alvarado-Dubon and Rolman Balcarcel-Bavagas have not been specifically charged with planning a mass shooting.

Prosecutors have said Crimo, 21, admitted to the shooting when police arrested him following an hours long search on July 4.

A funeral service for 37-year-old Kevin McCarthy is scheduled for Monday afternoon in Skokie, Illinois.

A funeral service was held Monday afternoon for the last of seven people killed by a gunman at an Independence Day parade, as family and friends gathered in suburban Chicago to remember Kevin McCarthy.

The Fourth of July has been a day to remember the genesis of the American Dream for more than two and a half centuries. American independence was an untried test of human passion and tenacity that became an evolving, expanding and broadening experiment of human growth, human passion and human altruism. The American Dream was never easy, because it was not just one dream, but dreams of every kind and type. For the first time in American history we have experienced the nightmare of an American coup. On the Fourth of July, our Independence Day, I did not celebrate, as I remembered the America Dream, while living through the nightmare of an ongoing American coup.

A Filipino restaurant in Houston, Texas, held its second annual lumpia eating contest during the Independence Day celebrations on July 4. The restaurant Be More Pacific: Filipino Kitchen & Bar hosted the competition with the aim of helping local small businesses recover from the economic impact of the pandemic, reported Click2Houston.  In the now-popular contest, seven participants representing different restaurants in Houston competed by consuming as many fried lumpia rolls as they could in under 10 minutes.

A "hero citizen" overheard a conversation indicating there was an attack being planned on an Independence Day celebration in Richmond.

Police in Richmond, Va., said a tip from a “hero citizen” helped prevent two illegal immigrants from carrying out a planned shooting at a Fourth of July celebration.

The suspected gunman fired 70 rounds at the Illinois community paradegoers, an experience that Alexander Sandoval said was "terrorizing."

The City of San Marcos’s 42nd annual SummerFest fireworks show lit up the sky Monday night, celebrating Independence Day.Fireworks were launched from the Bobcat Stadium west parking lot, located behin[San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]

Lake County State Attorney Eric Rinehart announced seven counts of first-degree murder against the suspect in the Fourth of July parade shooting.

Authorities charged Robert E. Crimo III with seven counts of first-degree murder Tuesday but said there was no definitive motive for the rampage.

Witnesses lost sight of the man after he stepped into the deep end.

A gunman attacked an Independence Day parade in suburban Chicago fired more than 70 rounds with an AR-15-style gun that killed at least six people.

Pope Francis has called for a rejection of violence and respect for life as he lamented the “senseless shooting” during an Independence Day parade in Chicago

Firefighters were sent scrambling all across the city to put out fires possibly related to fireworks. They believe the holiday celebrations may have been behind a fire that destroyed 2 homes on the far Northwest Side.

Choose your plan ArrowRight The Dow Jones Industrial tumbled more than 500 points or 1.7 percent in morning trading. The S&P 500 index fell by 70 points or 1.8 percent at the start of the session, while the tech heavy-Nasdaq lost 190 points or 1.7 percent. More than $8 trillion has been wiped out of the stock market this year. AdvertisementOne of the key economic signals market observers will be watching this week will be the performance of corporate earnings. The most recent hike, which was announced last month, came in at three-quarters of a percentage point, the Fed’s largest since 1994.

Before looking ahead to next year and America’s 247th birthday in 2023, here are some photos of fireworks displays in New York City, Washington, D.C., Las Vegas and Los Angeles on Monday night.

A 2020 Virginia law allowed inmates to shave time off their sentences for good behavior. But on June 17, Virginia lawmakers approved a budget amendment from Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin that excluded thousands of inmates with violent offenses from receiving these reduced sentences.

It's not at all clear what the former president was referring to in a furious series of Fourth of July messages.

The Lake County Sheriff's office said it is assisting Highland Park Police "with a shooting in the area of the Independence Day parade route."

NASA astronauts Kjell Lindgren and Bob Hines sent a message from the International Space Station wishing their compatriots on Earth a happy Independence Day.

Wondering if Sam's Club is open on July 4, 2022? Here's everything you need to know about the superstore's Fourth of July hours.

If you’re viewing evening fireworks with family and friends, you might also want to enlighten them by pointing out the objects that will be sharing the spotlight.

Looking for last-minute Independence Day party supplies? Find out if Costco is open on July 4th, 2022.

Is Costco open on July 4th? Here's what to know about the store's holiday hours, plus a list of other retailers you can visit on Independence Day.

Just in case your grill breaks at the worst possible moment, check here to see if Home Depot is open on July 4th, 2022.

As we mark out nation’s Independence Day, many Americans might not feel like celebrating. We are asked to join together and celebrate our nation’s birthday, even as debate and dissent seem to be more prevalent than agreement on many key issues. That is why our nation’s founders codified the people’s right to assemble, speak freely and publish their opinions into our governing document, the Constitution. Certainly, what is called the greatest political experiment in history has featured plenty of disagreement, and even violence. “Dissent is the highest form of patriotism,” goes the famous quote that has been attributed to several of our founding fathers.

Earth will be the farthest from the sun on Monday (July 4) as it reaches aphelion at 3 a.m. EDT (0700 GMT).

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Friday's passenger volume marked a 13% increase from July 1 last year, which fell on the Thursday before Fourth of July.

Friday's passenger volume marked a 13% increase from July 1 last year, which fell on the Thursday before Fourth of July.

The Fourth of July holiday weekend is jamming U.S. airports with the biggest crowds since the pandemic began in 2020.

On Monday, July 4, 2022, the American GI Forum of San Marcos Men Chapter will be having their 22nd annual Veterans/Scholarship Fundraiser with the “Firecracker Golf Tournament Classic.” The popular Ju[San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] Sports San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]

It is a familiar sight to see colorful fireworks decorate the sky on the Fourth of July as family and friends gather to celebrate the holiday. Considering the dry conditions in the region and general safety considerations, it is also a time of year to practice safety first. The Rio Grande Valley, as it often does, finds itself in a unique situation due to dry conditions in the region making for fire hazards. “Our concern is the rural areas out in ranches, so just be mindful that grass is dry and that does create a fuel. Given the several fireworks displays local cities are holding throughout the Valley, Garza recommends attending one of these events.

It probably comes as no surprise that July 4th will be a scorcher this year.

The fireworks are still a few days away, but travel for the July Fourth weekend is off to a booming start.

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. Free margaritas and food. The Fourth of July.

The Fourth of July lands on Monday this year, meaning some city offices that are normally open will be closed due to the holiday.

The Fourth of July is an exciting time for people to be outside, with friends and family and around fireworks — but your dog may not think the same.

Thanks to inflation, even a backyard barbecue is more expensive this year, but there are ways to save and not forgo that time-tested holiday tradition.

Festivities are scheduled to begin with an Independence 4K Run at 7 a.m. kicking off at Archer Park, located at 101 N. Main St. in McAllen. Residents can enjoy music, food, games and artisans at the Freedom Festival, which is scheduled to run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. PHARREven more food, fireworks and fun will be available in Pharr on Saturday, when the city will host its Independence Day Festival. HARLINGENFreedom Fest 2022 is scheduled from 4 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the Lon C. Hill Destination Park, located at 1216 Fairpark Blvd. Open to the public, the event promises fireworks at 9:01 p.m. to end the day’s festivities.

From festivals, to fireworks and parades, this Fourth of July guide lists your options on where to celebrate Independence Day.

The skies over a scattering of Western U.S. cities will stay dark for the third consecutive Fourth of July as some big fireworks displays are canceled again, this time for pandemic-related supply chain or staffing problems, or fire concerns amid dry weather.

Israeli officials say at least three people have been killed in a Palestinian stabbing attack near Tel Aviv.

Sri Lanka has celebrated its Independence Day with an appeal by the president to the country’s expatriates to send money home as it struggles with the worst economic crisis in decades mainly due to depleted foreign reserves.

The big highlight of Mexico's Independence Day has been the visit by Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel.

Indonesia’s president has pledged to improve COVID-19 testing and treatment in an address marking the country’s independence.

The sights and sounds of the American Revolution filled the Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery Sunday morning.

Fireworks were unintentionally detonated as they were being set up for an Independence Day show in Ocean City, Maryland, leaving employees of the fireworks company with minor injuries, authorities said Sunday.

The White House party for the July Fourth holiday has the hallmarks of both happiness and commiseration.

President Joe Biden celebrated the second July Fourth holiday of the coronavirus pandemic by declaring that “America is coming back together.”.

After a year lost to the coronavirus, New York City’s most well-known Fourth of July traditions were back.

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is on the path of welcoming 9,400 new citizens in 170 naturalization ceremonies by July 7. Seventeen of those new citizens were sworn in Saturday and all of them were under the age of 14 and from 17 different countries.

Today on the show, Fourth of July grilling! Plus, family fun at the roller rink, a workout that will have you dancing and red, white and blue fun for your Independence Day party!

Happy Independence Day! Arguably the best day for fireworks is here.

The Democratic-led House has approved a sizable $715 billion transportation bill.

With Independence Day on the horizon, there will be plenty of celebrations and fireworks. While it might be a party for you, it’s not so much for your pets.

Are you going to set off any fireworks for the Fourth of July this Sunday?

We set our calendars around national holidays — from December 25 for Christmas to July 4 for Independence Day, and, starting this year, June 19 for Juneteenth.

It’s almost time for Independence Day and that means the retail sale of fireworks has officially reopened in Texas.

A Filipino student chef with the Culinary Institute of America at The Pearl makes traditional Filipino barbecue dish "inihaw."

Today at 1 p.m., we're celebrating Philippines Independence Day with our favorite Filipina, Fiona Gorostiza, a CIA student chef and a group of performers!

See the suburbs and city parks have planned Fourth of July parades, races, food events, live music, and, of course, fireworks for this year’s holiday.

South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem has sued the U.S. Department of Interior in an effort to see fireworks shot over Mount Rushmore on Independence Day.

Military helicopters fly over Acropolis Hill during a military parade in Athens, Thursday, March 25, 2021. Greece celebrates the bicentenary of the start of the country's war of independence against the Ottoman Empire. Unable to watch the parade in person, many Athenians came out onto balconies in the center of the city to watch the flyby, snapping pictures with cameras and mobile phones. AdThis crucial blow enabled the Greeks to fight on and eventually gain independence in 1830. “Two centuries ago, a handful of determined fighters within and outside Greece, raised the banner of independence.

FILE - In this Sept. 14, 2016 file photo, Secretary of Defense Salvador Cienfuegos Zepeda arrives for a review of the troops that will participate in the Independence Day parade, in Mexico City. Mexican prosecutors on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021, declared completely unfounded the U.S. case against Cienfuegos who was arrested on drug charges in the United States and then returned under pressure from the Mexican government. The report released Sunday by the Mexican Attorney General's Office included a 226-page stretch with every page blacked out, followed shortly thereafter by a 275-page stretch of blacked-out pages. In the few readable passages, he says the descriptions of him in the intercepted messages don't match his physical appearance. Cienfuegos was arrested in Los Angeles in October, but the U.S. government dropped its charges against him in November after Mexican officials threatened to restrict U.S. agents.

Protesters burn down bengal fire as they attend in the annual Independence Day march organized by far-right groups for participants to be inside cars or motorbikes because of the coronavirus social distancing, ready for the start of the event in Warsaw, Poland, Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020. The march that marks Poland's sovereignty regained after World War I has often led to clashes with opponents. (AP Photo/Czarek Sokolowski)WARSAW – Poland’s ruling right-wing party has blamed violence, injuries and damage during recent national holiday event that it backs on hooligans and provocateurs. “Unfortunately, during the march there took place condemnable events that were the result of hooligans joining in," it said in a statement. The Nov. 11 national holiday marks Poland’s regaining of sovereignty after World War I, following over a century of partition and foreign rule.

SAN ANTONIO – Diez y Seis de Septiembre is the celebration of Mexico’s independence from Spanish rule. Enjoy authentic Mexican ingredients in your favorite cocktails to celebrate Mexico’s Independence DayMidnight Margarita:1.5 oz Campo Bravo Tequila.75 oz Naranja Orange Liqueur.5 oz Lime JuicePour ingredients in a shaker with ice, shake and serve over ice in a rocks glass. Garnish with a limeThe Paloma is the most popular drink in Mexico, traditionally made with Blanco tequila, lime juice and grapefruit soda. Skinny Paloma:1.5 oz Dulce Vida Grapefruit Tequila.5 oz Lime Juice3 oz Mineral Water/Club SodaCombine all three ingredients in a tall glass over ice, stir and garnish with a lime. For more information Dulce Vida Tequila, click here.

This Fourth of July, San Antonio police made 11 DWI arrests. Even though San Antonio city and Bexar County parks were closed, and major events throughout the area were canceled, this year’s numbers weren’t much lower than last year’s when there were 15. San Antonio police officer Doug Greene says the slight improvement isn’t anything to brag about. Man killed in wrong-way crash had plans to marry, relative says”My daughter’s just turned five... last week. And it’s it’s really tough to explain to her that, you know, her dad passed away because of the drunk driver,” Salama said.

It’s the perfect time to put the red, white and blue out on display.

The Animal Defense League is offering $17.76 pet adoptions in honor of Independence Day. If you need help with the Public File, call 210-351-1241.