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July 5, 2026

Rare cannonball emerges from ground at the Alamo, likely untouched for nearly 190 years

Archaeologists uncovered a second cannonball near the Alamo Church that may have been fired during the 1836 Battle of the Alamo, undisturbed for 190 years.

July 5, 2026

China’s robot-run hotel opens to public in 2027

Pudu Robotics plans to open a full-scenario robot hotel in Shenzhen by 2027, with robot check-in and autonomous delivery trials starting late 2026.

July 5, 2026

Grand Canyon rafting guide becomes first American woman to row solo across Pacific in record-breaking fashion

The Grand Canyon rafting guide documented her 2,400-mile solo row from California to Hawaii, sharing blistered hands and sleepless nights at sea.

July 5, 2026

America's 250th celebration in nation's capital boosted by iconic automaker's 2-week tribute to innovation

Ford's free Union Station exhibit features 10 historic vehicles from the Ford Heritage Vault, including a Model T and a 1934 pickup on loan from Jay Leno.

July 4, 2026

New Jersey coastal city clashes over proposal to transform amusement park into luxury hotel

A 5-2 council vote rezoned the former Gillian's Wonderland Pier site for rehabilitation, but a planned lawsuit challenges the boardwalk hotel proposal.

July 4, 2026

The Revolutionary landmarks where Washington, Adams and Jefferson changed America

Explore five historic destinations, from Boston's Freedom Trail to Mount Vernon, that bring America's founding to life for the nation's 250th anniversary.

July 4, 2026

America's Founding Fathers plotted revolution over drinks at these historic taverns

Revolutionary-era taverns where the Founding Fathers gathered still operate today, offering visitors a chance to walk in the footsteps of history.

July 4, 2026

Shark sightings spike near America's beaches as July 4 crowds head to shore for weekend

From New Smyrna Beach to Cape Cod, shark activity is highest right now, and experts explain why and share beach safety tips for the Fourth of July weekend.

July 3, 2026

Behind the glass: How safe is the Declaration of Independence?

Fox News host Laura Ingraham visits the National Archives and discusses the security protocols that protect the Declaration of Independence on ‘The Ingraham Angle.’ 

July 3, 2026

Military allies, historic tall ships converge on New Jersey shores to launch America 250 celebrations

Video captured roughly 20 nations' tall ships arriving at Sandy Hook as the Coast Guard Eagle prepares to lead a historic parade of ships Saturday.