It’s heat dome 1, George Washington 0.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 15:46:41 +0000 In Philadelphia, extreme temperatures forced the cancellation of some events, including the city’s big parade and a ceremonial pitching of George Washington’s field tent.: Luxury hotels in Washington roll out $250,000 Fourth of July packages.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 14:42:27 +0000: Justice Alito Gives No Indication He’s Ready to Step Down From the Supreme Court
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 13:02:43 +0000 This term, Justice Alito delivered major wins for conservatives on voting rights, immigration and guns. He’s given no indication that he’s ready to step down.: For leader of the tall ships, some rare 18th-century cargo.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 13:32:56 +0000 The USCGC Eagle, which leads the parade of tall ships in honor of America’s 250th birthday, is carrying a rare 1776 printing of the Declaration of Independence.: Here’s the latest.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 15:18:07 +0000: How the ‘Beautiful Game’ Is Deflecting America’s Political Turmoil
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 14:13:32 +0000 Amid protests and rancor, World Cup soccer proves a bright spot in the United States and around the world.: Nearly a Million Investors Lost a Total of $3.8 Billion on Trump Crypto Coin
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:28:34 +0000 A report from a cryptocurrency analytics firm details how those who bought the Trump memecoin have fared, with most retail investors having lost money while sophisticated traders did better.: Representative Joyce Beatty Still Celebrating Victory in Kennedy Center Legal Battle
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:00:59 +0000 Representative Joyce Beatty, Democrat of Ohio, said her lawsuit challenging the president’s changes to the performing arts center was a fight for justice.: How Do You Celebrate America’s 250-Year Experiment? However You Want.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:00:58 +0000 Away from the turmoil in Washington, Americans will mark July 4 in their own patriotic ways. Expect rodeos, line dancing, Tejano music and Led Zeppelin.: The Texas Hill Country Flood, One Year Later
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:00:40 +0000 A year after a catastrophic flood killed 139 people in the Texas Hill Country, communities along the Guadalupe River are still rebuilding.: ‘Who Should I Vote for?’ Voters Turn to A.I. Before Casting Their Ballots
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:00:29 +0000 It takes effort to be an informed citizen. Artificial intelligence tools offer an alluring shortcut — but they’re not without risk.: What a French Fighter Jet Ride Taught Me About the Fourth of July
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:00:25 +0000 My adrenaline was pumping, and I had more or less learned how to use my ejector seat, but the flight was really a reminder of France’s role in securing American independence 250 years ago.: Storms Cause Power Outages for 1 Million in Midwest, Northeast and Ontario
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 14:02:48 +0000 Strong winds from thunderstorms caused widespread power losses amid a heat wave.: Trump Pardons Violators of the Clean Air Act and a Major Donor
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 02:06:24 +0000 The president used his clemency power to further undermine environmental laws and to help a political supporter who pleaded guilty in a fraud involving Jack Abramoff.: 3 Children Dead After Boat Capsizes on Wisconsin Lake During Severe Storm
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 15:05:11 +0000 Strong winds and waves overwhelmed a boat with six adults and four children on Geneva Lake, the authorities said. All the children were wearing life jackets, officials said.: Trump Takes Stock of Other Presidencies, Shedding Light on His Own
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 14:48:41 +0000 In his second term, the president has increasingly mused about his predecessors, comparing himself with some and distancing from the failures of others.: Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary Across the Country
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 03:54:52 +0000 Even as an oppressive heat wave stifled much of the United States, the nationwide party continued.: America Unites for a Day of Grand 250th Celebrations
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 22:31:14 +0000 From large events in the biggest cities to small-town gatherings to backyard barbecues, a divided America is finding many ways to salute itself.: Trump Targets Not Just Georgia’s Vote, but Also Trust in Elections
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 23:31:33 +0000 The president has sent 260 F.B.I. analysts to Georgia, repeating his baseless claims of fraud in 2020. But critics say the intention is to undermine overall confidence in the electoral process.: In Washington, oppressive heat alters plans for 250th celebrations.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:51:30 +0000 The 100-degree-plus heat that has enveloped the nation’s capital shut down the Great American State Fair until 5 p.m. on Friday.: Air Force Detains Officer Who Called for Trump’s Impeachment at Capitol
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 02:10:15 +0000 Maj. Jason Watson, who was in uniform, was arrested during a protest that followed a news conference on Wednesday.: Once the Centerpiece of Celebration, a Faded Declaration Recedes
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 22:35:05 +0000 Sunlight and abuse have taken a toll on the document, encased in bulletproof glass. But the Trump administration “hasn’t put much emphasis on it,” a former archivist notes.: Louisiana Supreme Court Pauses Case Against State Attorney General
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 17:02:08 +0000 Just hours after a New Orleans grand jury indicted Attorney General Liz Murrill on bullying charges, the court intervened, citing potential flaws in the process.: Pilot Was Bitten by Bat After Swarm Invaded Hotel Room, Lawsuit Says
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 20:04:37 +0000 A pilot, who was treated for possible rabies exposure, sued Marriott International, claiming his Denver hotel failed to offer him a new room after he woke up to a swarm of bats last year.