NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! PHILADELPHIA, Penn. – As America celebrates its 250th birthday, historic sites in Philadelphia are spotlighting the people and places tied to the nation’s earliest days — including one of its most enduring symbols: the American flag.While the Founding Fathers are often at the center of Revolutionary War history, one of the country’s most recognizable symbols is traditionally associated with an ordinary woman working from her home in Philadelphia.Betsy Ross, a 24-year-old upholsterer, is traditionally credited with sewing what many believe was the first American flag in the summer of 1776 after reportedly…

Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! If you’ve spent the last decade getting serious about what you eat, how you train, and which supplements actually have data behind them, there’s a piece of your daily routine that probably hasn’t kept up: the toothbrush in your bathroom. An electric toothbrush is one of the more well-studied upgrades you can make to a daily health habit — and the clinical data behind it is harder to ignore once you’ve seen it. A 2025 YouGov survey found that 64%…

Lionel Richie has returned to the stage and is sharing a hopeful — albeit quick — update on his health after cancelling two shows amid a battle with an unspecified type of illness. “Thank you for every message, every kind word, and for all your love,” Richie, 77, wrote via Instagram on Saturday, July 4, sharing numerous photos featuring the iconic singer performing on stage. “I’m doing well, and I’m grateful for all of you.” He continued, “Pittsburgh and Detroit were an absolute joy. The energy, the dancing, the faces in the crowd… we made real memories together. See you…

Bluegrass band Punch Brothers was formed by mandolinist Chris Thile in 2006. Their upcoming all-instrumental album, “The Unsung Adventures of Punch Brothers,” will be released on July 24. Here’s Punch Brothers performing “Song of the Water Kelpie (unsung).”

Adam Sandler has quietly become one of the most unexpected constants in Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce‘s love story — and in July 2026, he made it official. The comedian officiated the couple’s star-studded black-tie wedding at Madison Square Garden following years of family fandom, movie experiences and surprise cameos that pulled him deeper into Swift and Kelce’s orbit. Keep scrolling to revisit Sandler’s history with Swift and Kelce: Related: Adam Sandler Officiated Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Wedding at MSG Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce called on a very special friend to officiate their wedding: Adam Sandler. Swift’s rep…

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — From backyard barbecues to fireworks displays, Fourth of July traditions are on full display across America on her 250th birthday.While the celebration may only last a few minutes in the sky, officials said the cleanup afterward is just as important.”Always have your water source nearby, like a garden hose or a bucket of water. When you’re done, douse all your fireworks with water and dispose of them with all the little debris,” Sue Davis, Top Dog Fireworks spokesperson, said.Officials said improperly discarded fireworks can remain hot long after they appear to be out, creating a…

Lena Dunham brought plenty of color to her best friend Taylor Swift’s highly celebrated wedding to Travis Kelce. Dunham, 40, opted for two custom looks when attending Swift’s wedding weekend to the Kansas City Chiefs tight end, starting with a cropped lime green blazer from Amber Doyle featuring a row of bows dotting the zipper and a matching skirt. The Famesick author accessorized her show-stopping ensemble with matching pointy-toed heels and a ballet pink handbag. Dunham later changed into a bespoke Christian Cowan creation featuring a black maxi skirt tucked into a plunging, long-sleeved magenta blouse with billowing sleeves. She…

Relay for America ran the American flag from San Francisco to Washington, D.C., this week to commemorate America’s 250th birthday. They did it nonstop for 20 days and nights for more than 3,000 miles on a mission of unity heading to the Fourth of July. Tony Dokoupil has the story.

One year before he officiated their star-studded wedding at the iconic Madison Square Garden, comedian Adam Sandler opened up about how his famous family reacted to the news that pop star Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce were officially an item. “You being together. You guys… I mean, when you guys first started dating, my god was my family like, ‘Yes! Look how good they are together! He’s a gentleman and she’s having so much fun with it!’” Sandler, 59, said during his July 2025 appearance on Travis and his brother Jason Kelce’s season 3 premier…

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested 10,000 people over a five-day period at the end of June, marking a major push by the agency tasked with carrying out the Trump administration’s mass deportations agenda.The arrest numbers, obtained from a person familiar with the information who spoke anonymously to discuss data that has not been publicly released, come after the agency shifted its approach from high-profile arrest sweeps in major American cities to quieter ways to reach President Donald Trump’s deportation goals.The figures indicate that while the administration is no longer cracking down on individual cities, the arrests continue and are…

Selena Gomez glittered in gold while attending her best friend Taylor Swift’s highly-anticipated and star-studded wedding to Travis Kelce. Gomez, 33, stunned in a fitted, curve-hugging beaded Oscar de la Renta gown for the newlyweds’ Friday, July 3, wedding  inside New York City’s famed Madison Square Garden arena. The Only Murders in the Building star completed her ensemble with a pair of diamond rings. For glam, Gomez sported rosy eyeshadow and lipstick, which her hair was slicked back into an Old Hollywood-style bob. Gomez watched Swift and Kelce, both 36, say “I do”  beside her husband, music producer Benny Blanco,…

Deadly storms and a heat wave marred America’s 250th birthday for swathes of the United States, leaving hundreds of thousands of utility customers without power.Millions of Americans across the Northeast experienced record-setting temperatures — thunderstorms in the Midwest downed trees, ruptured power lines and made transportation treacherous and complicated across multiple states.In Washington, D.C., thunderstorms forced the temporary evacuation of thousands of people from the National Mall, which is hosting the Freedom 250 Fourth of July celebrations that includes an address from President Trump and a massive fireworks show. It was unclear if the schedule of events would be significantly delayed. …

Comedian Dave Chappelle is breaking his silence on Travis Kelce choosing to attend one of his recent comedy shows as part of his bachelor party celebration. “I was shocked, I had never seen anything like that. A whoreless bachelor party?” Chappelle, 52, recalled during a Zoom interview on CNN’s Independence Eve Live on Friday, July 3. “Whatever makes you happy, Travis.” Travis, 36, was joined by his brother, Jason Kelce, and a gaggle of friends last month for a West Coast bachelor party. The group attended Chappelle’s show and multiple sporting events to celebrate Travis’ nuptials to pop star Taylor…

WATTS, LOS ANGELES () — Long lines formed outside “Sweet” Alice Harris’ home in Watts on Thursday as residents gathered for the annual Sweet Alice Fourth of July Giveaway, an event aimed at helping community members facing growing food and financial needs.Harris is a pillar in Watts and is known for giving back.The giveaway, organized by Parents of Watts Social Services Center, provided food and other essentials to residents throughout the morning and continued until supplies were exhausted.“I’ve been doing this now 71 years, and I’m 92,” Sweet Alice said.Sweet Alice said her commitment to serving the community remains strong,…

Serena Williams will no longer compete in this year’s Wimbledon doubles draw alongside her sister, Venus Williams. “I’m heartbroken to have to withdraw from doubles,” Serena, 44, announced via Instagram on Saturday, July 4, alongside a video showing the athlete walking tenderly on her nearly fully-bandaged right leg. “Coming back to compete again has been a gift, and the opportunity to play alongside @venuswilliams once more meant the world to me. I did everything I could to be ready, but unfortunately my knee just isn’t ready to compete.” The tennis star continued, “I’m especially grateful to tournament director, Jamie Baker,…