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Former firefighter reflects on death of fire crew in Colorado 06.07.2026 9:31 ↓

A joint memorial service was held Sunday for three wildland firefighters who died last week along the Utah-Colorado border.

How Trump's Fourth of July speech compares with past presidents 06.07.2026 5:16 ↓

President Trump delivered a speech on Saturday to celebrate the 250th anniversary of America's independence that was openly political and included partisan attacks against Democrats.

Do young Detroiters listen to Motown music? 06.07.2026 5:32 ↓

The music of Motown Records was formative to a generation of Detroiters.

Suspended suspension: FIFA allows Team USA’s Folarin Balogun's back on the pitch 06.07.2026 6:06 ↓

Balogun received the controversial red card last week in the team’s win over Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Hundreds of thousands gather for Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral in Iran 06.07.2026 5:19 ↓

In Tehran on Monday, Iranians thronged the funeral procession for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a U.S.-Israeli airstrike in February.

Why the Turtle submarine represents the best of American ingenuity 03.07.2026 5:46 ↓

Former President George Washington called it "an effort of genius."

Revolutionary reenactor on the nuances of the nation's 250th birthday 03.07.2026 9:48 ↓

Revolutionary reenactor Jeremiah Poope took host Robin Young on an 11-stop tour of some of Boston's most iconic revolutionary landmarks

Presidential historians reflect on the Fourth of July 03.07.2026 11:42 ↓

How should we celebrate this imperfect union at a time that feels so divisive?

America may be turning 250, but it's only been 160 years since slavery was abolished 03.07.2026 3:53 ↓

America is celebrating it's 250th anniversary this year, but its only been about 160 years since the 13th Amendment was passed, abolishing slavery.

Artist and activist Ai Weiwei talks 'On Censorship' essay 03.07.2026 10:50 ↓

Acclaimed artist and activist Ai Weiwei has often encountered censorship and surveillance throughout his career.

What's happening in the Round of 16 in the World Cup? 03.07.2026 5:35 ↓

There are just three spots left in the Round of 16. Can Cape Verde continue its magical run?

America is turning 250. How is Washington, D.C., celebrating? 03.07.2026 5:05 ↓

How does this big birthday compare to the bicentennial?

Ted Landsmark was attacked with an American flag 50 years ago. What does the flag mean to him now? 03.07.2026 9:13 ↓

In 1976, a white man attacked a young Black lawyer with an American flag in downtown Boston.

OpenAI floats a potential government stake 03.07.2026 4:25 ↓

OpenAI is discussing giving a 5% stake in the company to the U.S. government.

How are Indigenous communities feeling about America's 250th birthday? 03.07.2026 3:40 ↓

The U.S. is preparing to celebrate its 150th Fourth of July this weekend.

Despite the heat, NYC residents are celebrating the Fourth of July 03.07.2026 2:05 ↓

Temperatures in the city are reported to be near 100 degrees.

New 'Amerigo' documentary asks more than 1,000 Americans if the American dream is still alive 03.07.2026 11:04 ↓

When filmmaker David McCourt's grandfather came to the U.S. and landed a job, he considered himself neither rich nor poor and thus, in his estimation, had achieved the American dream.

One historian wants to shatter the myth of the U.S. frontier 02.07.2026 1:59 ↓

The perception of the frontier is one of white easterners coming west in covered wagons with a nuclear family.

Expert breaks down the climate consequences of the agriculture industry 02.07.2026 5:46 ↓

Americans love hamburgers. But are they good for the environment?

ProPublica investigation re-examines Alice Sebold rape case 02.07.2026 7:36 ↓

What does this case say about the state of the local Syracuse justice and law enforcement systems?

Patrick Radden Keefe on new book 'London Falling', exploring the double life of a teenager 02.07.2026 11:00 ↓

"London Falling: A Mysterious Death in a Gilded City and a Family's Search for Truth," centers around the enigmatic life and death of 19-year-old Zac Brettler.

How Chicago is preparing for this week's heat wave 02.07.2026 3:44 ↓

A heat wave in Chicago in 1995 killed more than 700 people and led to changes on how the city handles heat.

Activists call on Trump to defer deportations for Venezuelans in light of devastating earthquakes 02.07.2026 6:01 ↓

The Supreme Court last week allowed President Trump to end deportation protections for immigrants living in the U.S. under Temporary Protected Status.

How the Trump family's wealth grew in 2025 02.07.2026 5:43 ↓

What ethical questions does the Trump family's wealth accumulation pose?

Firing up the grill for July Fourth? These recipes can make your classic holiday menu sparkle 02.07.2026 5:31 ↓

Rather than rewrite the holiday or mess with people’s beloved rituals and summer traditions, these three recipes could really up your game.