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Beer, BBQ and America: lawmakers share their favorite traditions for the nation's birthday

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 05:00:26 -0400

America’s 250th birthday is a milestone in the nation’s history that, in Washington, D.C., was marked by thunderous fireworks, flyovers and a fair on the National Mall.

But at the granular level, families across the country have celebrated July 4 in their own way for generations, crafting traditions that they revisit year after year. Trips to the lake, sizzling hot dogs, bottle rockets, picnics in the park and burgers — all hallmarks of America’s celebration of independence.

Lawmakers, when the partisan barbs end, the floor speeches quiet, and Congress ditches Washington for the weekend every year, like the everyday working American, have their own traditions, too.

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Rep. Derrick Van Orden, R-Wis., said his favorite tradition was "loving America."

"So all of our children, we raise them to love this country, because we tell them the truth about this country, and they understand that America is the most awesome place that has ever existed in the history of the planet," Van Orden said. "So we get together, we barbecue some hot dogs, and then we watch some fireworks. It's great."

And of course, there’s beer.

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"I'm from Wisconsin," he said. "Of course. Miller Lights and Hebrew National hot dogs are great. They're all beef and wonderful. Don't get me wrong, I don't mind a mix of, you know, pork and beef for a hot dog, but I like the Hebrew Nationals myself."

Geography does play a factor in some lawmakers' traditions. Like Rep. Troy Downing, R-Mont., whose family heads to the tiny town of Harlowton, Mont., to a friend’s ranch, where a lake and ranch hand routine take center stage.

"We all camp there. The kids play in the water. And, you know, usually that's right around branding [season]," Downing said. "So branding is usually when you castrate. And so I'm usually in charge of doing all the calf fries after the castrations."

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Then there’s the barbecue, which is a staple in Rep. Ralph Norman’s home state of South Carolina.

"Eatin' barbecue and relaxin," Norman said.

When pressed if there was any beer in between, Norman quipped, "I'm not old enough to drink beer."

"I have to get a – I've got a fake ID I've gotta show," he said. "No, drinking beer, barbecue, and having a good time with family."

Others take the opportunity to celebrate President Donald Trump alongside their year in and year out traditions.

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"My neighbor, nice guy, great guy, my twin brother Trevor, are going to come over, we've got flags flying in our backyard, we're going to have some lobster tail, maybe some nice, fat ribeyes, a lot of fat on the ribeyes," Rep. Troy Nehls, R-Texas said.

"We like the marbling on the ribeyes — and just celebrate the 4th and just look at the birds and the flowers and just be thankful that we were born in the greatest country on earth, right," he continued. "And celebrate the greatest president in the lifetime of this great country, Donald J. Trump. That's what I'm thankful for, and that's what I'll be celebrating."

Sophie Cunningham responds to Trump admin using her now-famous viral finger-pointing meme

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 11:29:14 -0400

WNBA star Sophie Cunningham has seemingly given President Donald Trump her blessing to use now-famous images of her pointing her finger at another player.

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Photos and videos of Cunningham pointing her finger at Phoenix Mercury player DeWanna Bonner during a game at the end of June exploded across the internet, becoming one of the most viral sports memes of 2026. The White House made its own social media post on June 30 referencing the meme, sharing a clip of Cunningham addressing the point on her podcast last week and adding a famous video of Trump himself pointing at the camera during the 2024 campaign.

Cunningham shared her thoughts on the White House's post while speaking to reporters on Friday.

"I think everyone around the world is posting it," Cunningham said when asked about the White House's post.

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"Every company has done it. So I don't really think twice about it. I just think they're another group posting about it."

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Cunningham said on her podcast that her technical foul she got for the pointing gesture during the game against the Mercury was "the weakest thing I’ve ever seen in my life" and explaining that she "didn’t say a word" while "all I was doing was literally pointing."

"I couldn't help myself. I could not. She was losing her s--- and all I was doing was literally pointing," Cunningham said.

Braves stadium busted out in 'Country Roads' and something incredible happened on the next pitch

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 11:10:29 -0400

The patriotism in this country is FLOWING right now, and rightfully so. It is our 250th birthday today, you know? I was, admittedly, a little worried coming into this year.

You never know what you're gonna get when it comes to these things, especially when we have so many ... detractors. You know who I'm talking about.

But, credit to you. Credit to America. Credit to the patriots across the nation. You all have DELIVERED in a massive way the past few months when it comes to Americana. It's been beautiful to watch unfold.

It appears we've settled on "Country Roads" as our birthday anthem this year. It was all the rage during the College World Series, and it bled right into the World Cup. There is nothing quite like hearing 100,000 Americans belting out "Country Roads" in unison. Europe could never.

Anyway, we got another big, beautiful moment in Friday's Braves game, where the ballpark randomly broke out into John Denver's iconic song during Matt Olson's at-bat.

And then ... this happened:

Baseball delivers more magic

Goodness gracious. What a country! Who has it better than us? Nobody, of course. When folks talk about the "Baseball Gods," this is what they mean.

They can be cruel at times, of course. But they can also give us spectacular moments. Magical moments. Is this the most patriotic home run ever? Perhaps. I'd put Mike Piazza's homer after 9/11 right up there.

Actually, it's probably No. 1. Tough to top this moment, which also involved the Braves and Mets:

Lordy. Chills. It gets me every time. What a sport. You ain't getting moments like that anywhere else, baby!

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America's Pastime, boys and girls. It's what this great nation is all about.

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Happy Fourth of July, everyone. Happy 250th, America.

Let's all have a day.

Glizzy Gambling: Best bets for the 2026 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest in Coney Island, Brooklyn

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:50:46 -0400

Fireworks, flags and BBQs are Fourth of July staples, but America’s 250th birthday brings an extra helping of absurdity to Coney Island. Yet, none capture the nation's spirit quite like the legendary Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest, a Coney Island spectacle dating back to 1916.

As ridiculous as it may sound, my favorite Red, White and Boom tradition is betting on the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest. Since joining OutKick in 2022, I've won money in two of my three on the Super Bowl of Major League Eating (MLE).

Elite eaters face a brutal new opponent this year: A scorching Brooklyn weather forecast climbing into the upper 90s. Extreme heat is set to significantly affect swallowing speed, completely shaking up the oddsmakers' lines. Welcome to "Glizzy Gambling," your ultimate betting guide to cashing in on this Independence Day.

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These odds are the best available at the time of writing and are subject to change.

Total Hot Dogs Eaten by Joey Chestnut: UNDER 70.5 (-165) via DraftKings

First of all, the Glizzy GOAT has eaten 71+ hot dogs and buns (HDB) five times and finished with exactly 70.5 HBD last year. Not to get too nerdy here, but since five out of 16 is 31% and the implied probability of -165 is 62%, I’m getting a good number for the UNDER 70.5 HBD.

Yet, when you factor in the projected heat, I’m getting a great price on that Under. Temperatures in Brooklyn for July 4th are forecasted to be in the upper 90s, and it’s harder to down glizzies in the extreme heat. Sweating in the heat leads to dehydration and makes it tougher to juggle all of those hot dogs. Buns become stale and harder to eat.

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The 17-time Mustard Belt winner ate a personal-low 54 HBD in 2010, and it was 96° outside. When Chestnut downed a record-setting 76 HBD in 2021, the weather was in the mid-70s, which he considers perfect weather for the contest. In 2020, the hot dog eating contest was moved indoors due to the COVID pandemic, and Chestnut ate a then-record 75 HBD.

Winner Without Joey Chestnut: James Webb (+650) via FanDuel

Patrick Bertoletti is the odds-on favorite in this market at -300 based partially on the fact that he won the 2024 Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest when Chestnut was banned from competing because of his sponsorship deal with Impossible Foods. But last July 4th, Bertoletti only ate one more HBD than Webb (46.5-45.5).

Bertoletti’s implied win probability at -300 is 75%, and Webb’s implied win probability is 13% on the +650 odds. Simply put, Bertoletti isn’t 62% more likely to down more HBD than Webb, who is second behind Chestnut in MLE with three wins this season.

That includes two record-breaking performances by Webb in the ManorPalooza World Texas Sausage-Eating Championship (55 Texas sausages) and Kickoff To Summer Blackberry Moonshine Wing Championship (256 wings).

Gideon Oji (-145) > Radim Dvořáček

In his two Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contests, Dvořáček has downed 23 HBD in 2024 and 30.5 last year. Oji, on the other hand, has eaten 31+ HBD in eight of his 10 career glizzy contests, including three straight.

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Dvořáček is 12th in MLE's rankings, and Oji is ninth. Oji won the 2026 National Sweet Corn Eating Championship, whereas Dvořáček doesn’t have a win this season.

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PETER NAVARRO: Americans melted tyranny down and fired it back as deadly musket balls

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 11:00:43 -0400

In 1776, most Americans looked at the toppled statue of King George III in New York City’s Bowling Green and saw a shattered symbol of British tyranny.

Oliver Wolcott saw ammunition.

Four thousand pounds of lead. Enough, if properly gathered, hauled, melted, and molded, to help arm a revolution.

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The statue had been erected in 1770, a gilded monument to imperial authority in America’s busiest port city. King George sat on horseback, dressed in the Roman style, elevated above the city as a daily reminder of who ruled and who obeyed.

But by the summer of 1776, that reminder had become intolerable.

On July 9, George Washington had the newly adopted Declaration of Independence read aloud to his troops and to the people of New York. The words did what words sometimes do in history. They became action.

A crowd of soldiers, sailors, and patriots surged down Broadway to Bowling Green. There stood the king: gilded, mounted, and untouchable.

So they touched him.

They threw ropes around the statue, pulled, and brought the symbol of British power crashing to the ground.

The act itself was powerful enough. A people who had declared themselves free had physically toppled the image of the monarch who claimed to own them.

But Wolcott understood something deeper. Revolution required more than gestures. It required supply chains.

The Continental Army did not merely need speeches and declarations. It needed powder, guns, food, wagons, uniforms, and ammunition. Liberty had to be manufactured.

So Wolcott helped turn an act of protest into an act of war.

The broken pieces of King George were gathered, loaded onto boats, and shipped to Connecticut. From there, ox carts hauled the royal wreckage more than sixty miles over rough roads to Wolcott’s home in Litchfield.

Then the manufacturing began.

In the Wolcott family orchard, furnaces were built and bullet molds prepared. Laura Wolcott, her daughter Mariann, and local neighbors worked over melting pots, pouring the king’s lead into molds. Children helped cast musket balls. Mariann kept the count.

By the end, they had produced 42,088 musket balls from the statue of George III.

It remains one of the great acts of political poetry in American history. The British built a monument to remind Americans who ruled them. Americans melted it down and sent it back in a form the British could understand.

Some of that "melted majesty" appears to have found its way to the battlefield. Forensic evidence suggests musket balls fired at the Battle of Monmouth in 1778 came from the lead of King George’s statue.

Monmouth did not decide the war in a single stroke. It was not Saratoga, which helped bring France into the fight. It was not Yorktown, which effectively ended it. But Monmouth proved something vital: after Valley Forge, Washington’s army could stand in the open field against British regulars and not break.

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That is the deeper lesson of Wolcott’s statue.

Americans did not simply tear down a symbol. They repurposed it. They organized the work, moved the material, built what they needed, and turned a monument to tyranny into ammunition for freedom.

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Long before Pittsburgh steel, Detroit assembly lines, or the Arsenal of Democracy, the American instinct was already there: improvise, manufacture, and outproduce the enemy.

The Revolution was fought with ideals. But it was won by men and women who knew how to turn ideals into action — and lead into liberty.

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Chris Johnson's former teammate reflects on ex-star's surprise ALS diagnosis, tight-knit bond after milestone

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:56:12 -0400

The NFL world was stunned on Monday when it became public that Chris Johnson, one of just nine players ever to rush for 2,000 yards in a season, is suffering from ALS.

The news hit close to home for Ryan Fitzpatrick, who played for Johnson's Tennessee Titans for a season. And despite it being just one year, the two have a special connection.

"He was a great teammate when I got to play with him for the one year, and obviously a super talented guy on the football field. We texted about a year ago. I was just looking back at our text messages, and one of the things that I had sent him — the 100th touchdown pass that I threw in the NFL was to CJ2K, and he signed the football for me and gave it to me. It says, 'To my cool white boy. Congrats on number 100,'" Fitzpatrick recalled in an interview with Fox News Digital. "So the amount of street credit I have from Chris Johnson calling me a cool white boy has always been awesome to me."

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But ALS is just such a tough thing to have to deal with, obviously for Chris and for everybody around him. You can just imagine the frustrations of his mind being there but his body starting to fail him and how difficult that is. We're obviously all hoping for the best for him, and all our love and support goes to him and his wife and his family."

In a lengthy social media post, Johnson said that there is growing research that shows a link between repetitive head trauma and ALS, and studies have shown that NFL players are four times as likely to develop ALS as the general population.

Fitzpatrick, personally, said that when it comes to football, he would do it all over again, even as the risks are more prevalent now than ever before. However, what comes with age is more grim reality.

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"I do think guys playing football understand at least the broad scope of what the risks are. I think a lot of guys would tell you, and I would be the same way, football has given me so much in my life that it's something I would do again in a heartbeat. And for my kids that want to pursue it, I'm happy for them to pursue it," Fitzpatrick said.

"But as you get older, I'm 43, as you get older, and your parents get older, I lost my mom five years ago, there's just more stuff that seems to happen. It's really sad. One of my best friends from high school was diagnosed with ALS. So seeing that firsthand, and the difficulties that come with it, not just for him but everybody that is around him, it's really hard. As you get older, stuff happens, and there are things that you have to deal with and figure out. So unfortunately, it's a tough part about aging."

There is no known cure for ALS – known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. It’s a progressive disease in which the brain loses connection with the muscles, according to the ALS Association. The afflicted slowly lose their ability to walk, talk, eat, dress, write, swallow and, eventually, breathe.

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The former running back played in the NFL from 2008 to 2017 with the Titans, New York Jets and Arizona Cardinals.

Fox News’ Ryan Gaydos and Angelica Stabile contributed to this report.

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July 4 heat wave? Save up to 48% on generators before possible power outages

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 11:02:15 -0400

This Fourth of July weekend is a hot one, with more than 230 million Americans expected to face temperatures above 90 degrees. With air conditioners running around the clock, increased demand on the power grid and the threat of summer storms could raise the risk of power outages. Stay prepared by saving up to 48% on Jackery, Anker and other brand-name generators and power stations, plus snag deals on MagSafe chargers and portable phone chargers to keep your devices powered wherever you are.

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DJI Power 2,000-watt portable power station: $799.99 (38% off)

Original price: $1,299

What we love: Charge this power station to nearly full battery in just 55 minutes.

What to be aware of: Multiple negative reviews mention a burning smell when first using.

A DJI Power portable power station quietly runs your devices and appliances, whether you're camping or working through an outage. It recharges to 80% in just 55 minutes, so you have continuous power. It's currently available at its lowest price all year, so grab one now.

Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus: $1,799 (36% off)

Original price: $2,799

What we love: The fast charging capabilities and space for nine devices create a powerful generator.

What to be aware of: It may require a firmware update to use all features.

The Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus is a reliable backup for your home and is currently 36% off — the steepest discount in this roundup. It runs nine devices simultaneously and is built to last more than 10 years. The power station also supports a one-touch manual transfer switch and optional solar panels for added charging.

Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra: $999 (23% off)

Original price: $1,299

What we love: The rugged design and 1,800 watts keep most appliances and pumps going.

What to be aware of: Larger Jackery models handle whole-home power.

The Jackery Explorer 1500 Ultra delivers 1,800 watts of portable power for camping trips or outages. Waterproof and drop-resistant up to one meter, it is built for harsh weather. The unit runs sump pumps, tools, lights and most appliances, and operates in temperatures as low as five degrees.

Anker SOLIX C1000 power station and solar panel: $849.99 (48% off)

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What we love: The ultra-fast charging and solar recharging keep this power station running constantly.

What to be aware of: The fan noise can be loud.

The Anker SOLIX C1000 makes it easier to stay ready for outages. It produces 1,800 watts of power, offers 11 charging ports and recharges to 100% in less than an hour. With the app, you can adjust charging speeds and track your power usage. Recharge quickly using the included solar panel.

Champion 4,000-watt dual-fuel generator: $591.50 (21% off)

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What we love: It runs up to 10 hours on gas or 25 hours on propane.

What to be aware of: It doesn't include USB ports for charging devices.

The Champion 4,000-watt generator operates on gasoline or propane with a carbon monoxide auto shutoff for added safety. It's on the quieter side, which comes in handy during blackouts. Expect up to 10 hours of runtime on gas or up to 25 hours on propane. RV-ready, household and automotive-style outlets support all your essentials.

DuroMax 15,000-watt tri-fuel generator: $2,499 (17% off)

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What we love: It comes with a highly durable all-metal frame and dual-fuel option.

What to be aware of: The generator weighs more than 360 pounds.

This DuroMax 15,000-watt generator handles harsh weather while staying portable thanks to the solid-fill wheels. It runs on gas, natural gas or propane, helping ensure power stays on during emergencies. Multiple outlets, including a 50-amp option, support appliances and lights.

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What we love: Start it remotely and double your output by connecting another generator.

What to be aware of: It's a little low on outlets compared to similar models.

Pulsar's compact dual-fuel generator has 6,000 running watts — enough to charge or run basic appliances or all your camping equipment. It comes with a USB-C and USB-A port, an RV-ready plug and a GFCI 120-volt outlet. The built-in inverter keeps sensitive electronics safe from sudden surges.

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Original price: $3,099

What we love: The screen displays runtime information, automatically shuts down when oil levels are too low, and it keeps homes running.

What to be aware of: The bulky design can make it difficult to move.

For whole-home power, this generator has all the features you could want. It provides up to 16 hours of runtime, a 10.5-gallon fuel tank and remote start. The generator also offers the reliable engine Westinghouse is known for and automatically shuts down when oil levels get too low, helping prevent damage.

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What we love: The generator is lightweight and stays quiet, ideal for camping or tailgating.

What to be aware of: You may not be able to supply your entire house with power.

Generac's 2,500-watt generator is ideal for travel, thanks to the lightweight design. It runs quietly compared to larger models and has a top-mounted gas spout. The three outlets handle tools, air conditioners and small appliances all at once. Along with two USB ports for charging devices, there is a connection point for linking to larger generators.

EF EcoFlow Delta Pro 3 power station: $2,599 (30% off)

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What we love: It runs many home essentials quietly, and you can monitor the system through your phone.

What to be aware of: Some reviewers point to its weight as a flaw.

The EF EcoFlow Delta Pro 3 generates up to 4,000 watts of quiet backup power for whole-home use. Charge the power station through an AC outlet or optional solar panels and operate everything from air compressors to well pumps. Monitor and control the entire system from just your phone.

Portable magnetic charger: $18.98 (38% off)

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What we love: It's compact and free of cords, giving you a travel-ready option.

What to be aware of: Powering multiple devices drains the battery faster.

If you forget to charge your phone before an outage, this portable magnetic option gives you the power you need in a pocket-sized package. For just $19, it can recharge an iPhone 16 once. Use a cable and connect multiple devices simultaneously.

Portable charger with cables: $33.23 (36% off)

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What we love: Built-in cables give you four charging spots, but there are three additional ports as well.

What to be aware of: Some reviewers find the charging capacity is exaggerated.

Avoid clutter with a portable charger that has built-in cords. It has four cables and three additional ports, while a smart LED display shows your battery level at a glance.

MagSafe wireless charger: $5.98 (40% off)

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What we love: It offers a fast, cord-free charging experience.

What to be aware of: You still need to plug in the charger, so it's less convenient to use your phone while it charges.

At 40% off, this MagSafe charger powers up your phone without extra bulky cables. Just rest your device on the magnetic pad, and it will get back to full battery in no time. With both USB-C and USB-A connectors, it works with a wide variety of smartphones.

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INIU portable charger: $29.99 (19% off)

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What we love: It's compact, and the built-in cable prevents you from handling long cords.

What to be aware of: It doesn't charge newer iPhones as quickly.

An INIU charger is small enough to fit in your pants pocket. The built-in USB-C cable retracts for ultimate convenience and portability. A full battery lasts up to a week, depending on use, and recharges an iPhone 16 up to four times.

FAQs

Understanding the world of generators can be complex. To help, we answer some of the most frequently asked questions shoppers wonder about when looking for a generator.

What size generator do I need?

The right generator size depends on how you plan to use it. Smaller models with a few hundred or thousand watts can power basic appliances or a TV while camping. For home backup during outages, many homes need at least 5,000 watts, while larger ones may require a 12,000- or 13,000-watt generator.

How long can a generator run?

Most generators on this list work for up to half a day on a full tank of gas. Many last between eight and 15 hours, depending on the size of their fuel tank.

What are the top generator brands?

Popular generator brands include Honda, Yamaha, Champion and Westinghouse. Honda tends to be sought after the most, with the others following close behind.

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Celebrate America's 250th with these patriotic keepsakes and collectibles, from $12

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:21:35 -0400

America's 250th birthday is here! Commemorate this big day with unique collectibles. From 250th anniversary American flags and patriotic baseball caps to challenge coins minted by one of the country's oldest mints, these are some of the standout items worth checking out.

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America's 250th birthday only happens once — so get a flag that marks the occasion. Reminiscent of the original flag, this Amazon pick has the classic red-and-white stripes, 13 stars and a "250 Years" graphic at its center in honor of the anniversary. Once the celebration ends, store your flag in this glass display case.

USA 250th anniversary heirloom stein: $119.99

Celebrate America's 250th birthday by drinking your favorite beer from this patriotic stein. This collectible from The Bradford Exchange features a bold gold design on the front of a red, white and blue body. A golden eagle is perched on top, representing the freedom Americans hold dear.

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Original price: $37.94

An America 250 baseball cap is an everyday accessory you can wear wherever you go. It comes in eight different colors, ranging from navy blue to army green and even bright pink. The large design on the front has everything you want — an eagle, Lady Liberty and the Liberty Bell alongside a bold American flag. If you like this design, a similar hat is also available for $10 on Amazon.

America 250 whiskey glass: $18.89 (30% off)

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Whiskey enthusiasts can enjoy their nightcaps in this one-of-a-kind Luigi Bormioli glass, embossed with "We Hold These Truths" and "America 250" on one side. The Italian-made glass is lead-free and crafted for exceptional clarity.

Made In America 250th anniversary challenge coins: $49.99

Add this historic 250th commemorative coin to your collection for just $50. It shows the Founding Fathers signing the Declaration of Independence and is inspired by John Trumbull's famous painting. The oldest private mint in the U.S. produces this coin for a limited time.

United States 250th birthday rectangle keepsake: $18.89 (30% off)

Original price: $26.99

This 250th rectangle keepsake fits neatly on any shelf or bookcase, adding a subtle tribute to America's birthday. Your purchase supports Monticello, which is owned and operated by the Thomas Jefferson Foundation, an organization that preserves the historical memory of the nation's third president.

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Two top symbols of the country — an eagle and an American flag — come together in a unique sculpture that fits into any yard. The large eagle mounts to a fence post and any other flat surface, and the removable 250th flag slides right into the secure holder.

USA 250th anniversary stacking ring: $199.99

For anyone who prefers to showcase their American pride, this USA 250 stacking ring gives you a collectible you can wear every day. When stacked, the ring resembles an American flag, complete with a bold simulated diamond star to top off the look.

Men's 250 Anniversary USA shirt: $26.99

Snag an America 250 T-shirt with a flag motif on the front and back. The shirt honors the nation's milestone birthday, but is lightweight and soft enough to wear on the Fourth of July and beyond.

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America 250 mug: $19.95

A mug is the perfect affordable item to remember the occasion. This design blends an eagle, American flags and bright stars together, creating a striking design worthy of the proudest American.

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Mets' Juan Soto makes comparison about kissing girls to explain rumored strain with Francisco Lindor

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:24:14 -0400

Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor apparently do not believe in love at first sight.

The two superstars are the faces of a New York Mets team that was supposed to be a threat in the majors but is instead one of the worst teams in the league.

Lindor joined the Mets via trade in 2021 and signed a 10-year, $341 million extension, the first major move for new owner Steve Cohen signaling a true change of the guard; roughly four years later, though, Soto joined the fray on a record-breaking 15-year, $765 million pact.

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Numerous reports circulated that the two did not get along last year, their first as teammates, and it was an issue that lingered into this season. Perhaps Soto's deal, which includes boosted security, suites, and the potential to make another $50 million, caused a power trip between the two stars.

In any case, the story had begun to die down until this week, when Cohen all but confirmed the reports to be true but said they were getting along better.

"Frankly, I think that’s a story that was last year’s story," Cohen told the New York Post. "I am told and believe strongly that these guys are getting along much better. And so, I just don’t see that as an issue anymore."

That prompted both Soto and Lindor to be asked about their relationship on Friday night, and Soto, well, had an interesting comparison.

"When you meet a girl, you don’t start kissing her right away," he told The Athletic.

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Soto, however, did say there were "no issues" between the two "at all," despite reports continuing to say otherwise.

"The more time we spend together, it’s only natural that our relationship continues to grow," Lindor told the outlet. "We’ve been teammates for two years now. Time has been on our side. I have nothing but respect for him. He’s my brother. He’s somebody I respected from a distance and respect here, inside."

There have been reports that Lindor and Soto had their lockers moved to opposite sides of the clubhouse this season, and fans were taken aback when the two didn't exactly share the friendliest of pleasantries on Opening Day.

The Athletic reported that the two stars recently had "hard conversations," but Lindor shooed away that notion.

"It was just, we talked. We talk every single day, whether it’s hitting or different topics. But we definitely talk because at the end of the day, we are teammates and our job is to win games," he said.

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Lindor and Soto have played just 15 games together this season due to injuries, but they are slated to be teammates through 2032.

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Newsom faces criticism for state's stance on trans athletes in girls' sports after SCOTUS ruling

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:08:22 -0400

California Gov. Gavin Newsom is once again facing immense criticism as his state continues to let trans athletes compete in girls sports after the Supreme Court's historic ruling on the issue this week.

After the court ruled 6-3 to uphold state laws that ban males from women's sports, Newsom's office said the state will continue to allow trans athletes to face girls.

"The Supreme Court’s decision does not affect California’s laws. The state remains committed to ensuring every Californian, including the LGBTQ community, is met with dignity and respect," a spokesperson from his office told Fox News Digital.A source within Newsom's office provided Fox News Digital a bulleted list titled "As a Governor, Governor Newsom has the strongest record in the country on protecting and expanding transgender rights."

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The list included several bragging points, including "making it easier to update gender markers on official documents," and "appointed multiple trans judges."

The statement prompted strong reactions on social media, as prominent women's sports activists like Riley Gaines and Jennifer Sey were quick to condemn Newsom for the stance.

Newsom's state was ravaged by a trans athlete national media crisis in May, for the second year in a row and third time in total in one year, as prominent trans athlete AB Hernandez competed in girls' sports.

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Hernandez won two track and field state titles for the second straight year. Ahead of the first round of the state tournament in early May, "Save Girls Sports" protesters led by former NCAA women's soccer player Sophia Lorey scheduled a news conference near the competition grounds.

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A source within Newsom's office previously addressed the news conference in the days leading up to the event in a statement provided to Fox News Digital, prompting controversy and criticism from locals."

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The Governor has said discussions on this issue should be guided by fairness, dignity, and respect. He rejects the right wing’s cynical attempt to weaponize this debate as an excuse to vilify individual kids. The Governor’s position is simple: stand with all kids and stand up to bullies," the statement read.

Newsom previously declared that he believed males competing in girls' sports is "deeply unfair" during an episode of his podcast with the late Charlie Kirk in March 2025. President Donald Trump's Department of Justice is engaged in Title IX lawsuits against education agencies in California for its policies that allow trans athletes in girls' high school sports. The lawsuit was officially launched in July after Hernandez won two state finals in triple jump and high jump, and won second place in long jump, at last year's championships.

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

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:00:57 -0400

Some of the ideas that fueled the American Revolution were discussed over drinks.

An important part of colonial life, taverns gave people a place to gather, exchange news and debate politics. Many became meeting places for the Founding Fathers and other revolutionaries as tensions with Britain grew.

Some of these taverns — like the Green Dragon Tavern in Boston — have been lost to time.

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However, there are still a handful of important Revolutionary-era taverns that operate today as museums, taverns or both.

Below are a few taverns where you can walk — and perhaps grab a drink — while following in the footsteps of the Founding Fathers.

1. Fraunces Tavern (New York City)

Located in the Financial District, Fraunces Tavern was built in 1719 — a rare remnant of the 18th century in New York City.

The tavern is best known as the site of George Washington's famous farewell to his officers in 1783, and it operates as a restaurant, bar and museum today.

"Fraunces Tavern is a historic landmark and the oldest and most historic bar in the city," the tavern's website states.

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"Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the tavern is a New York City landmark that once served as a watering hole for many of the Founding Fathers of the United States of America."

The tavern serves dishes such as New England clam chowder, fish and chips, steak and burgers, as well as cocktails, beer, wine and whiskey.

2. Raleigh Tavern (Williamsburg, Virginia)

The Raleigh Tavern, founded in 1717, became one of Virginia's most important gathering places in the years leading up to the American Revolution.

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When Virginia's royal governor dissolved the House of Burgesses in 1774, colonial lawmakers gathered at the tavern instead.

George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry and George Mason were among the colonial leaders associated with the tavern, which Colonial Williamsburg's website describes as a once "one-stop shop" for travelers passing through the city.

"It provided guests with lodging, food, drink, entertainment and a stable for their horses," the site states. "Those staying overnight at the Raleigh Tavern slept in one of its dozens of beds, or on the floor, usually alongside other lodgers."

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The reconstructed Raleigh Tavern is open to visitors as part of Colonial Williamsburg, where guests can explore the building today.

"The stage for much of Virginia's revolutionary drama, some of the most fateful conversations of the American Revolution happened in the Raleigh Tavern's Apollo Room," the site says.

3. Buckman Tavern (Lexington, Massachusetts)

Buckman Tavern served as a hub of community life in colonial Massachusetts, according to the Lexington History Museums website.

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"Built in 1710, Buckman Tavern was a gathering place for both locals and travelers, and the site of many important town meetings," the website notes.

In the early morning hours of April 19, 1775, Capt. John Parker and his militia assembled at the tavern before confronting British Redcoats on Lexington Green, according to the site. The confrontation marked the opening of the Battles of Lexington and Concord.

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The tavern continued operating after the American Revolution before later being repurposed several times and eventually becoming a museum.

Today, guests can visit Buckman Tavern to learn about Lexington residents before, during and after the American Revolution, as well as view 18th-century artifacts.

MIKE PENCE: The next generation needs faith in God and confidence in the American ideal

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:00:50 -0400

Two hundred and fifty years ago, fifty-six men gathered in Philadelphia and pledged to one another "their lives, their fortunes and their sacred honor."

They were merchants and farmers, lawyers and physicians. They could not know whether the cause of independence would triumph or fail. Some would lose everything. But they knew with unshakable certainty that liberty was worth any sacrifice.

This Independence Day, as America celebrates its 250th birthday, we rightly honor their undaunted courage. But as we remember the past, we must also commit ourselves to renewing the ideals that gave birth to the Republic and have sustained it ever since.

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The American Revolution was unlike any the world had ever seen. Kings had long claimed that their authority flowed from heaven to throne. Our Founders proclaimed something altogether different: that all men are "created equal" and "endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights."

Those words turned the world upside down.

Our rights do not come from any sovereign; presidents, legislatures, judges, bureaucrats, or the shifting winds of public opinion. They come from God.

Government exists not to invent our liberties but to secure their blessings for every generation.

That enduring truth is the beating heart of the American experiment, and it explains why our Constitution has endured longer than almost any other in history.

At times, when America has strayed from its highest ideals, we have found our way back not by abandoning our founding principles, but by returning to them with renewed conviction.

Today, Americans disagree about many things.

We debate policy, politics, and the direction of our country. Such debates are healthy in a free republic. But before we are Republicans or Democrats, conservatives or liberals, we are first and foremost Americans — the grateful heirs of a remarkable birthright purchased by the courage and sacrifice of those who came before us.

Each of us received this country as an inheritance.

We inherited free institutions, constitutional government, and opportunities unmatched in human history because of the generations of Americans who came before us. They crossed oceans, settled frontiers, built businesses, raised families, defended freedom on distant battlefields, and left this Republic stronger than they found it.

Now that sacred trust belongs to you and me.

The Bible says to whom much is given, much will be required. Each one of us possess a sacred obligation to pass on an America freer, stronger and more prosperous to our children and grandchildren, who will themselves cherish the freedom we bequest to them.

Many fear that we are on the verge of failing this historic test. Gallup found that just 33% of Americans were "extremely proud" to be an American, down from 70% in the early 2000’s.

So, as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday, let us resolve to teach our children why liberty is precious, why faith and freedom have long walked hand in hand, why character still matters, and why self-government demands citizens willing to preserve, protect and defend the Constitution no matter the cost.

The Founders’ generation did not believe America was perfect, but they gave us a framework to pursue a more perfect union.

They believed America was worth preserving, defending, and improving. Their confidence rested not in the government they created, but in Providence and in the character of a free people determined to govern themselves.

I still share that confidence. Some politicians and the media don’t want you to know a simple truth. Once you get 15 minutes outside of Washington, D.C. - the American people actually get along pretty well. I have long believed that there will always be more that unites us than could ever divide us.

Throughout my lifetime, I have watched Americans confront wars abroad, terrorism at home, economic crises, political violence, natural disasters, and bitter political divisions. Each time, the American people have proven that they are the most resilient, generous, faithful and patriot people the world has ever known.

With faith in the American people and faith in God, I know America’s future is bright.

The same Providence that guided our nation’s birth has not abandoned us. The same eternal truths that inspired the patriots of 1776 still possess the power to renew America today.

This Fourth of July, lets celebrate all we have been given and remember those who pledged their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honor for a freedom they would never fully enjoy.

As President Lincoln reminded us in his second Annual Message to Congress America is, "the last best hope of Earth."

So let us this day resolve that when future generations gather to celebrate America’s next milestone, they will inherit one nation under God - strong, prosperous, and free.

Happy Birthday, America.

Post Malone, Eva Marie Saint and other celebrities who share a birthday with the Fourth of July

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:00:17 -0400

As America celebrates its 250th birthday, these celebrities are celebrating birthdays of their own.

From Grammy-nominated musician Post Malone to "Jersey Shore" star Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino, these stars share their birthday with America's Independence Day.

Here's a look at celebrities born on July 4.

Post Malone

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Post Malone is celebrating his 31st birthday on America's biggest holiday.

The Grammy-nominated artist, born July 4, 1995, in Syracuse, New York, turns 31 this Independence Day. The genre-bending superstar is also helping mark the nation's 250th birthday as the headliner of America's Salute 250, a Fourth of July concert honoring veterans, active-duty service members and their families in Columbus, Ohio.

Malone, whose hits include "Circles," "Sunflower," "Rockstar" and "I Had Some Help," has continued his successful transition into country music following the release of his album "F-1 Trillion."

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Mike ‘The Situation’ Sorrentino

"Jersey Shore" star Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino has more than one reason to celebrate every Fourth of July.

Born on Independence Day, Sorrentino became a household name on MTV before turning his focus to recovery advocacy through Archangel Centers. Earlier this year, he also teased a future run for New Jersey governor, joking that fans could one day call him "Governor Situation."

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Malia Obama

Malia Obama is celebrating another birthday weeks after making a rare public appearance with her family.

Born July 4, 1998, in Chicago, Obama joined her parents and sister Sasha last month for the opening of the Obama Presidential Center before returning to her work in film. She made her directorial debut with the short film "The Heart."

Melissa Barrera

Actress Melissa Barrera is celebrating another trip around the sun on the Fourth of July.

Born on July 4, 1990, in Monterrey, Mexico, Barrera broke out with roles in "In the Heights" and the recent "Scream" films before starring in the horror hit "Abigail."

This year, she made her Broadway debut as Rose in the musical parody "Titaníque" and launched a production company dedicated to championing underrepresented voices in film and television.

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Eva Marie Saint

Academy Award-winning actress Eva Marie Saint shares her birthday with Independence Day.

Born on July 4, 1924, Saint won the Oscar for "On the Waterfront" and later starred in Alfred Hitchcock's "North by Northwest." Now 102, she is the oldest living Academy Award-winning actor and has credited daily walks, family and friends with helping her stay active.

Andrew Zimmern

Celebrity chef Andrew Zimmern has an extra reason to celebrate on the Fourth of July.

Born on July 4, 1961, Zimmern is best known for hosting the Travel Channel's "Bizarre Foods," where he introduced viewers to unique culinary traditions from around the world.

He has since expanded his television career with multiple food and travel series while continuing to advocate for global cuisine and food culture.

Becki Newton

For Becki Newton, the Fourth of July means fireworks and birthday candles.

Born on July 4, 1978, in New Haven, Connecticut, Newton is best known for her roles in "Ugly Betty," "How I Met Your Mother," "How I Met Your Father" and Netflix's legal drama "The Lincoln Lawyer."

She also starred in the Fox comedy "The Goodwin Games" and has continued her run in comedy and television dramas throughout her career.

Bill Withers

Legendary singer-songwriter Bill Withers was born on July 4, 1938.

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee recorded timeless hits including "Lean on Me," "Ain't No Sunshine," "Lovely Day" and "Just the Two of Us."

Withers died in 2020 at age 81.

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Gloria Stuart

Born on July 4, 1910, actress Gloria Stuart was best known to modern audiences for playing elderly Rose in the blockbuster film "Titanic."

She received an Academy Award nomination for the role and remained one of Hollywood's most beloved actresses until her death in 2010.

President Calvin Coolidge

President Calvin Coolidge remains the only U.S. president born on the Fourth of July.

Born on July 4, 1872, in Plymouth Notch, Vermont, Coolidge became the nation's 30th president after the death of President Warren G. Harding in 1923. He served through 1929 and is widely remembered for leading the country during the economic boom of the Roaring Twenties.

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Trump's Mount Rushmore address features 28 minutes of iconic words, 23 minutes of dazzling light, fireworks

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:46:18 -0400

President Donald Trump rang in America's 250th birthday celebrations with a 28-minute speech at Mount Rushmore and a fireworks display that might have rivaled his words.

"The American dream still lives, and the American flag still flies more proudly than ever before over the people who will not quit," Trump said at the end of his lengthy — albeit shorter than his usual hours-long — speech. "The nation that will not fail, the country that will not fall no matter how hard the enemy tries, we cannot be beaten."

As Trump spoke, across the world, Iranians buried Ayatollah Ali Khamenei at funeral ceremonies with calls for revenge on the U.S.

In perhaps the most iconic excerpt from Trump's speech, American exceptionalism was highlighted.

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"Americans honor excellence; we admire boldness; we respect ambition," Trump said. "We are a nation of dreamers and believers, warriors and explorers, doers and fighters and in every human endeavor Americans see an unfinished competition.

"What is strong can be made stronger. What is fast can be made faster. What is great can be made greater than ever before. And that's what's happening with America.

"Show us a mountain, and we'll just climb it. Show us an ocean and we'll just cross it. Show us a problem and we will just solve it. Show us a task the world calls impossible and Americans will get it done."

Trump finished with a salute to his oft-repeated "golden age of America" mantra for the 250th birthday celebration.

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"Tomorrow we reach a milestone like no other and celebrate with joyful hearts and soaring spirits, because after two and a half centuries, we know that this is not an ending," Trump's speech concluded. "This is only the beginning of the Golden Age of America. And together we will make America bigger, better, and stronger than ever before.

"I promise you that it's an honor to be your president. Thank you very much and Happy Independence Day to all. God bless you all."

The YMCA song and Trump dance followed in the Black Hills of South Dakota before a 23-minute light and fireworks display over the 60-foot carved heads of four U.S. presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln.

The Mount Rushmore fireworks were accompanied by the words of past presidents.

Here is a blow-by-blow of the fireworks display music and quotes, starting with Washington's first inaugural address:

"The preservation of the sacred fire of liberty, and the destiny of the republican model of government, are justly considered as deeply, perhaps as finally, staked, on the experiment entrusted to the hands of the American people."
"My Country, 'Tis of Thee."
A quote of Lincoln's "Gettysburg Address":
"That this nation under God shall have a new birth of freedom. And that government of the people, by the people, for the people shall not perish from the earth."
"The Battle Cry of Freedom."
Theodore Roosevelt's 1912 speech "The Right of the People to Rule": "A great fundamental issue now before our people can be put. It is are the American people that govern themselves to rule themselves, to control them, that I believe they are."
Franklin D. Roosevelt's first inaugural address in 1933: "Let me assert my firm belief that the only thing we have to fear is fear itself."

"When the Saints Go Marching In."
Chubby Checker's "Let’s Twist Again."
Former President John F. Kennedy's famed quote: "And so my fellow Americans ask not what your country can do for you. Ask what you can do for your country."
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Foo Fighters' "My Hero."
"American Heart" by Faith Hill.

President Ronald Reagan's speech to America after the January 28, 1986, Challenger disaster: "The future doesn't belong to the fainthearted. It belongs to the brave. The Challenger crew was pulling us into the future and we'll continue to follow them."
Coffey Anderson's "Mr. Red White and Blue."
"USA" by Filmore featuring Pitbull.
President Bill Clinton's second inaugural: "At the dawn of the 21st century a free people must now choose to shape the forces of the information age and the global society, to unleash the limitless potential of all our people, and yes, to form a more perfect union."
President George W. Bush's Sept. 14, 2001 bullhorn response to search and rescue workers: "I can hear you. The rest of the world hears you. And the people who knock these buildings down will hear all of us soon."
President Barack Obama's 2009 inaugural: "The God given promise that all are equal, all are free, and all deserve a chance to pursue their full measure of happiness."

Trump's first inaugural address in 2017: "When you open your heart to patriotism, there is no room for prejudice… When America is united, America is totally unstoppable."
The voice of President Joe Biden using the words of Gene Scheer's "American Anthem": "The work and prayers of the century have brought us to this day. What shall be our legacy? What will our children say? Let me know in my heart when my days are through: America, America, I gave my best to you."
Trump's 2026 State of the Union: "The revolution that began in 1776 has not ended. It still continues because the flame of liberty and independence still burns in the heart of every American patriot. And our future will be bigger, better, brighter, bolder, and more glorious than ever before. Thank you. God bless you and God bless America."
Tom Cochrane's "Life Is a Highway."
John Mellencamp's "R.O.C.K. in the U.S.A."
Ray Charles' "America the Beautiful."

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And the grand finale exploded for over two minutes to the tune of Bob Sharples' "The Stars and Stripes Forever."

Trump's relatively short speech, by his own standards, sets the stage for Saturday night's Washington, D.C., address, which he promises will be "very long," and accompanied by flyovers and what has had hailed as "the largest fireworks display in world history, 10 times larger than any that we've ever done in Washington or in the United States."

The best Fourth of July sales we're shopping right now: Wayfair, HexClad and more

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:00:01 -0400

The Fourth of July often marks one of the biggest shopping weekends of the summer. This year, we're eyeing weekend-long deals from HexClad, Wayfair, Best Buy, REI and more. Top deals include a HexClad barbecue pan for 44% off, a Ninja Slushi machine for $50 off and this six-person outdoor dining set at Wayfair for less than $1,000.

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HexClad

HexClad is offering deep discounts on cookware, knives and themed bundles. (FOX is an investor in HexClad).

Hybrid fry pan set with lids, 6-piece: $329 (38% off)
Stainless steel mixing bowl set: $79 (20% off)
Kitchen utensils set: $199 (20% off)
Beechwood cutting board: $87 (20% off)

BBQ tool set, 8-piece: $60 (39% off)

Original price: $99

Get all the grilling essentials in one HexClad set, now on sale for $60. The rust-resistant collection includes a spatula, tongs and fork with soft-grip handles, plus four skewers and a basting brush for everything from burgers to kebabs.

12-inch hybrid fry pan and lid: $156 (22% off)

Original price: $199

HexClad's 12-inch fry pan features the brand's hybrid construction, combining stainless steel with a nonstick cooking surface for even heating and reliable browning. The stay-cool handle provides a more comfortable grip, and the pan is both oven- and dishwasher-safe for added convenience.

12-inch barbecue pan: $89 (44% off)

Original price: $159

Grill vegetables, seafood and other smaller foods without worrying about them falling through the grates with this HexClad barbecue pan. Perforations along the bottom allow heat and smoke to circulate for even cooking, and right now it's on sale for $89 — a savings of $70.

Damascus steel knife set, 6-piece: $369 (44% off)

Original price: $654

Save $285 on this HexClad Damascus steel knife set while the deal lasts. The hand-sharpened blades are designed for precise slicing and chopping, while the green Pakkawood handles add a distinctive look to any kitchen.

Wayfair

Find deals on gardening essentials, patio furniture and grills during Wayfair's Fourth of July sale.

Vertical planter boxes: $51.99 (64% off)
Patio umbrella: $81.99 (48% off)
Patio set with rocking chairs and loveseat: $169.99 (39% off)
Weber Genesis gas grill: $949 (14% off)

Folding Adirondack chair, set of 4: $499.96 (54% off)

Original price: $1,076

Add flexible seating to your outdoor space with this set of four Adirondack chairs, built from weather-resistant HDPE. They withstand sun exposure and summer storms without fading or warping, and they fold flat for easy storage.

Wicker patio set: $319.99 (72% off)

Original price: $1,142.82

This wicker patio set includes a loveseat, two armchairs and a coffee table for just $340. The modular design makes it easy to rearrange the pieces to fit everything from compact patios to larger decks.

Outdoor dining set, 6-piece: $809.96 (49% off)

Original price: $1,599.96

Host family dinners and outdoor gatherings with this six-person dining set made from durable, all-weather materials. The gently curved chair backs are designed for comfort, and right now you can save more than $700.

Wood planter box: $77.99 (44% off)

Original price: $139

Grow vegetables, herbs or flowers with this raised cedar planter, no digging required. The naturally weather-resistant cedar construction is built for outdoor use, while drainage holes in the bottom help prevent excess water from collecting around your plants.

REI

Gear up for summer adventures with REI deals on sneakers, camp gear and more.

Patagonia Terravia Sacoche crossbody bag: $28.83 (41% off)
JetBoil cooking system: $107.93 (40% off)
Nike Swoosh support bra: $28.93 (31% off)
Petzl climbing helmet: $56.19 (25% off)

Hoka women's Clifton 10 road-running shoes: $124.93 (19% off)

Original price: $155

The Hoka Clifton 10 is designed for running but works just as well for everyday walks. A breathable knit upper helps keep feet comfortable, while the cushioned midsole and durable outsole handle miles on the road or around town.

Patagonia men’s water-repellent shorts: $36.83 (50% off)

Original price: $75

Go from the beach to weekend outings with these Patagonia shorts. The quick-drying fabric helps keep you comfortable on hot days, while drainage holes in the pockets allow water to escape after a swim. Their versatile design makes them an easy choice for outdoor adventures and casual dinners.

Coleman camp stove: $206.19 (25% off)

Original price: $275

The Coleman Cascade combines a grill and a griddle, so you can make burgers, steaks, pancakes, eggs and more on the same setup. The cast-iron surfaces provide even heat retention, while built-in wind guards help keep the burners protected when cooking outdoors.

Flexlite camp chair: $67.39 (25% off)

Original price: $89.95

Compact enough to fit in your backpack, the Flexlite camp chair sets up quickly and supports up to 250 pounds. The durable fabric withstands repeated use, making it a reliable companion for camping trips, hikes and outdoor events.

Best Buy

Score discounts on appliances, lawn equipment, vacuums and more.

Energizer 3-in-1 charging stand: $15.99 (60% off)
Countertop nugget ice maker: $132.99 (56% off)
Costway portable air conditioner: $229.99 (48% off)
Car jump starter: $139.99 (46% off)

Dyson V11 Plus cordless vacuum: $449.99 (29% off)

Original price: $629.99

The Dyson V11 tackles both hard floors and carpets in a lightweight cordless design. Its Motorbar cleaner head helps reduce hair tangles as you clean, while the LCD screen displays real-time battery life and power mode information so you know when it's time to recharge.

eufy X10 Pro Omni robot vacuum and mop: $499.99 (38% off)

Original price: $799.99

Take the work out of floor cleaning with the eufy X10 Pro Omni vacuum and mop. AI-powered laser navigation helps it clean around furniture and tackle everyday messes, while the companion app lets you create no-go zones and customize cleaning schedules.

Ninja Slushi frozen drink maker: $299.99 (14% off)

Original price: $349.99

Beat the heat with the Ninja Slushi, which makes frozen drinks without the need for ice. The 88-ounce reservoir is large enough for entertaining, while five preset programs let you prepare slushies, frozen cocktails, milkshakes and more with the push of a button.

Greenworks string trimmer: $219.99 (28% off)

Original price: $299.99

Greenworks' battery-powered lawn mower weighs just 11 pounds, making it easier to maneuver than many traditional models. The cordless design can cover approximately 0.5 to 0.75 acres on a charge while delivering performance comparable to many gas-powered alternatives.

Brooklinen

Get 20% off popular Brooklinen sheets and towels and up to 50% off bundles.

Dreamweave waffle robe: $111.20 (20% off)
Washed European linen core sheet set: $311.20 (20% off)
Dreamweave waffle bed blanket: $159.20 (20% off)
Down comforter: $159.20 (20% off)

Dreamweave waffle bath towel bundle: $68.45 (50% off)

Original price: $138

Brooklinen’s waffle-weave towel bundle is designed to absorb water quickly while maintaining a soft, lightweight feel. Available in a range of colors and patterns, the set pairs nicely with a variety of bathroom styles.

Classic Percale hardcore sheet bundle: $269.35 (30% off)

Original price: $387

These classic sheets are designed to help hot sleepers stay more comfortable throughout the night and fit mattresses up to 16 inches deep. Helpful side labels make it easy to orient the fitted sheet correctly, speeding up bed-making.

Plush bathrobe: $119.20 (20% off)

Original price: $149

This popular robe is made from lightweight Turkish cotton that's soft, breathable and quick-drying. It won't trap as much heat as heavier robes, making it a comfortable option to throw on after a shower, even during warmer months.

Ritani

Ritani specializes in lab-grown diamond jewelry, offering a more affordable alternative to mined diamonds. Use promo code CELEBRATE at checkout to save 40% on select lab-grown diamond styles.

Round solitaire lab-grown diamond pendant: $650.30 (30% off)
Pear & emerald cut lab-grown diamond studs: $1,035.30 (30% off)
Round & heart cut lab-grown diamond flex bangle: $1,641.50 (30% off)
Lab-grown diamond eternity band: $2,253.30 (30% off)

Lab-grown oval diamond studs: $310.80 (30% off)

Original price: $444

Elevate any outfit with these classic lab-grown diamond studs. The handcrafted oval-cut diamonds are available with your choice of push-back or screw-back closures for a secure, comfortable fit.

Pear solitaire lab-grown diamond pendant: $725.50 (33% off)

Original price: $1,075

Save $350 on this pear-shaped lab-grown diamond pendant this Fourth of July weekend. The timeless design catches the light beautifully, while the adjustable 16- to 18-inch chain makes it easy to pair with your favorite jewelry.

Lab-grown diamond tennis bracelet: $1,631.70 (30% off)

Original price: $2,331

Handcrafted in New York, this lab-grown diamond tennis bracelet sparkles from every angle. The 7-inch design features diamonds that encircle the entire bracelet, while a secure box clasp helps keep it comfortably in place.

Laifen

Laifen makes personal care products to elevate your daily routine. Use the code: PRPD at checkout for 40% off each item.

Laifen Swift hair dryer: $104.99 (25% off)
Laifen Air high-speed hair dryer: $59.99 (20% off)

Laifen SE 2: $149.99

Laifen's SE 2 hair dryer features a high-speed motor that dries hair faster than a traditional hair dryer. Its Temperature Cycling Mode helps regulate heat to reduce the risk of heat damage, while two magnetic attachments make it easy to create a variety of styles. Use promo code PRPD at checkout to save 40%.

Laifen SE Lite: $119.99

The Laifen SE Lite hair dryer features a lightweight, travel-friendly design that fits easily in a carry-on. Multiple airflow settings let you customize your styling routine for different hair types, and the tan color is currently eligible for the 40% discount.

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Laifen Wave Special electric toothbrush: $89.99

The Laifen Wave electric toothbrush delivers a personalized clean with customizable settings controlled through the Laifen app. Tailor the brushing experience to your preferences and goals, then enjoy up to 50 days of battery life on a single charge. When it's time to recharge, it powers back up in about three hours.

American-owned clothing brands for effortless red, white and blue style

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:24:03 -0400

America's 250th anniversary is almost here, and these American-owned brands make patriotic dressing easy, no matter your plans. From classic polos and American flag sweaters to breezy poplin dresses, these pieces add a red, white and blue touch to summer celebrations without sacrificing style.

Parade

Embrace classic Americana style whether you're watching from the sidewalk or joining the crowd.

Tecovas men's polo: $29 (55% off)

Original price: $65

Tecovas' 100% cotton polo delivers comfort in classic colors, including white and blue. Pearl snap closures give it a polished look that's perfect for Fourth of July festivities, while the versatile design looks just as good tucked in as it does untucked.

Faherty short-sleeve movement polo: $84 (22% off)

Original price: $108

This Faherty short-sleeve polo is crafted from a breathable cotton blend that works well for warm summer days. The subtle red stripes add a patriotic touch without feeling overly themed, making it a versatile option for America 250 celebrations and beyond. Pair it with navy shorts and classic sneakers for a polished, Americana-inspired look.

Buck Mason poplin sundress: $268

A classic white dress is always a safe bet for a summer celebration. Buck Mason's Veranda dress features lightweight cotton poplin construction and a double-layered design for added coverage, while practical details like side pockets make it even more wearable. Pair it with canvas sneakers and a cardigan or denim jacket.

Beach day

Whether you're swimming, lounging by the water or heading to a beachside lunch, these pieces are designed for fun in the sun.

Fair Harbor Anchor trunk: $88

Fair Harbor's swim trunks are a natural fit for lake days and summer celebrations. The red-and-blue color scheme adds a patriotic touch, while the quick-drying fabric makes it easy to transition from the water to lunch. Pair them with a white T-shirt and boat shoes for a timeless warm-weather look.

Andie Swim one-piece swimsuit: $123 (20% off)

Original price: $154

This one-piece swimsuit strikes a balance between festive and timeless. Andie Swim's Lori one-piece showcases a red paisley print that fits naturally into an America 250 color palette without feeling overly themed. Pair it with a linen cover-up and straw hat for an effortless beach or poolside look.

Backyard barbecue

Shop polished yet relaxed styles perfect for grilling, lawn games and outdoor entertaining.

Faherty short-sleeve button down: $158

Versatile enough for everything from grilling burgers to mingling at backyard parties, Faherty's short-sleeve button-down is the kind of shirt you'll reach for long after the holiday weekend. Pair it with khaki chino shorts and white sneakers for a put-together outfit that works for any celebration.

Wrangler mid-length cowboy short: $59.99

Heading to a backyard barbecue? These Wrangler denim shorts are a summer staple that pairs with graphic tees and breezy button-downs. The mid-length cut offers a bit more coverage than traditional denim shorts while maintaining a casual, laid-back look. Finish the outfit with your favorite top and a pair of Jack Rogers sandals.

Fireworks show

Lightweight layers and knits are a must for a night under the stars.

Buck Mason Ford standard jean: $228

When the fireworks start and temperatures begin to cool, a dependable pair of jeans is a must. Buck Mason's Ford standard jeans feature a timeless straight-leg fit that works with nearly any summer layer, from T-shirts to lightweight pullovers.

Available in several classic blue washes, they fit naturally into a red, white and blue color palette. Pair them with a half-zip sweatshirt and Red Wing Heritage Classic Moc boots for an all-American ensemble.

Tuckernuck American flag sweater: $198

An American flag sweater strikes the perfect balance between patriotic and polished. This Tuckernuck roll-neck style is made from 100% cotton and offers just enough weight for cooler evenings after the sun goes down. Style it with Levi's white jeans and Sperry slip-on shoes.

Baseball game

Stay comfortable all day at the ballpark in these game-day pieces.

Carhartt pocket T-shirt: $19.99

Keep your game-day outfit simple with a classic Carhartt pocket tee. The relaxed fit delivers all-day comfort, while the durable construction is built to hold up through years of wear. Available in a range of solid colors, it pairs naturally with blue jeans or khakis.

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Faherty stripe T-shirt: $59 (24% off)

Original price: $78

A striped T-shirt is one of the easiest ways to embrace the red, white and blue style without going over the top. Faherty's Sunwashed essential tee combines a soft cotton feel with a timeless stripe pattern that works well for baseball games, backyard gatherings and summer weekends alike. Add denim shorts and an L.L.Bean baseball cap, and you're ready for a day at the park.

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Here's why a certain small, blue pill could help England's World Cup team in its match against Mexico

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:26:16 -0400

England is gearing up for what is sure to be an incredibly tough match against Mexico in Mexico City.

And when the going gets tough, sometimes you need help from a little blue pill, right, fellas?

...Yes, that one.

MEXICO FANS CELEBRATED A WORLD CUP GOAL SO WILDLY THEY TRIGGERED SPIKES ON LOCAL SEISMOGRAPHS

While you may think Viagra has only one, very specific use, you'd be mistaken. The Sun pointed out that England's players could take the drug to help deal with the altitude in Mexico City if they felt they needed it.

Mexico City Stadium (which we all know outside of World Cup times as Azteca Stadium) is over 7,217 feet above sea level.

For comparison, the Denver Broncos' Empower Field at Mile High sits at — no prizes for this one — one mile or 5,280 feet above sea level.

But Viagra — which is not on the World Anti-Doping Agency’s list of banned substances — has been found in some studies to reduce feelings of fatigue and dizziness brought about by altitude by reducing blood pressure in the lungs.

It makes sense since it's primarily used for moving blood to... other places.

Something tells me this plan would be far from foolproof, but when you're playing the Mexicans in Mexico, you need any edge you can get.

HARRY KANE RESCUES ENGLAND FROM SHOCK WORLD CUP EXIT WITH TWO GOALS IN 11 MINUTES AGAINST DR CONGO

In fact, when England arrived in Mexico ahead of Sunday's match, the location of the team's hotel was kept secret.

That's because when Mexico took on Ecuador in the previous round, Mexican fans sat outside the hotel and did whatever they could to make sure they couldn't get a good night's sleep.

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So, like I said, anything to get an edge, and if that means popping a pill that will improve your "performance," maybe that's just what the doctor ordered.

Hey, it's the World Cup; you do what you've got to do.

The best Amazon deals to shop this Fourth of July weekend — from Carhartt to Ninja

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:36:12 -0400

Fourth of July weekend is here and Amazon is celebrating with deals across every category. Standout offers include an iRobot Roomba for nearly 50% off, a solar-powered lighted umbrella for $60 off and Carhartt T-shirts starting at $14. Several items are at or near their lowest prices in months, so now's a good time to shop before prices change.

Trending Amazon weekend deals

U-shaped window air conditioner: $339.98 (58% off)
Countertop ice maker: $99.99 (55% off)
OpenRun Pro 2 bone conduction headphones: $119.95 (40% off)
KastKing sling fishing bag: $25.49 (15% off)
Handheld fan: $12.32 (10% off)

Best Fourth of July deals: Top picks

Celebrate America's 250th anniversary with these impressive deals.

iRobot Roomba robot vacuum and mop: $169 (47% off)

Original price: $319.99

Take one chore off your to-do list with this iRobot Roomba vacuum and mop. The two-in-one design vacuums and mops in a single pass, while smart navigation helps it clean efficiently around your home. Its slim profile also allows it to reach beneath couches, beds and other furniture.

America 250 anniversary garden flag: $7.99 (19% off)

Original price: $9.89

Get your yard ready for America's 250th anniversary with this patriotic garden flag. At just $8, it's an easy way to add some red, white and blue to your outdoor decor. The flag fits most standard flag poles, and the durable fabric is designed to hold up throughout the season.

KitchenAid stand mixer: $299.95 (20% off)

Original price: $399.99

Save $100 on KitchenAid's popular stand mixer. The 4.5-quart bowl holds enough dough to make up to 8 dozen cookies in a single batch. Choose black or white for a timeless look that complements nearly any kitchen.

Handheld showerhead: $39.99 (76% off)

Original price: $169.99

Upgrade your shower with this high-pressure showerhead featuring a detachable handheld nozzle. Two switches let you choose from 17 spray modes, whether you're looking for a deep clean or a more relaxing rinse.

Robotic pool cleaner: $169.99 (58% off)

Original price: $399.99

Whether you have an above-ground or in-ground pool, this robotic pool cleaner removes leaves, dirt and sand for up to 180 minutes on a single charge. It traps debris in its filter to help keep your pool clean all summer.

Deals on FOX readers' favorite picks

These are the products FOX readers can't stop buying.

America 250 anniversary hat: $13.99 (18% off)

Original price: $16.99

Celebrate America's 250th anniversary with this commemorative hat featuring a bald eagle set against an American flag. More than 1,000 Amazon shoppers purchased one in the past month, making it one of the more popular Fourth of July accessories on the site.

Short-sleeve pajama set: $14.99 (58% off)

Original price: $35.99

Stay comfortable on warm nights with this short-sleeve pajama set. The button-up top looks more polished than a standard sleep tee, while the matching shorts feature a stretchy fabric designed for lounging. More than 2,000 Amazon shoppers bought a set this month, and it's a sleepwear pick our team also recommends.

Belkin BoostCharge 3-in-1 magnetic charger: $54.99 (45% off)

Original price: $99.99

Ditch the cable clutter with the Belkin BoostCharge. This MagSafe-compatible charging stand powers your iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods simultaneously, while its foldable design makes it easy to pack for travel. Right now, you can save $45.

Best Amazon home deals

Refresh your home with discounted upgrades on mattress toppers, vacuums and more.

Niagra Sleep mattress topper: $37.89 (46% off)

Original price: $69.99

Give your bed a softer feel with this plush mattress topper. The cushioned design adds an extra layer of comfort to firmer beds, while deep pockets fit mattresses up to 20 inches thick. It’s also machine-washable for easier care and maintenance.

Shark Matrix Clean robot vacuum: $269.99 (55% off)

Original price: $599.99

Save $330 on this robot vacuum and enjoy hands-free cleaning. It tackles hard floors and carpets, then docks and empties itself for up to 60 days.

Air purifier: $89.99 (64% off)

Original price: $252.99

Designed for whole-home use, this air purifier covers rooms up to 2,600 square feet. Its washable filter helps reduce maintenance, while the built-in display monitors air quality in real time and automatically adjusts settings as needed.

Best Amazon outdoor deals

Head outside more this summer with deals on camping gear, pizza ovens and more.

Coleman Sundome tent: $87.99 (25% off)

Original price: $117.99

Coleman's Sundome tent offers a straightforward setup for campers. Designed to sleep up to four people, it includes a rainfly for wet weather and a frame built to withstand winds up to 35 mph. Large windows and a floor vent help improve airflow, making it a solid choice for summer camping trips.

10-foot solar lighted umbrella: $44.99 (57% off)

Original price: $104.99

Light up your patio while adding shade with this solar-powered umbrella. LED lights line the underside of the canopy and provide up to 7 hours of illumination on a full charge.

Ooni pizza oven: $298.95 (25% off)

Original price: $399.99

Expand your outdoor cooking setup with the Ooni pizza oven. Its portable design lets you cook on the patio, at the campsite or anywhere you can connect a propane tank, turning out personal-sized pizzas in minutes.

Best Amazon kitchen deals

Refresh your kitchen for summer with discounts on countertop favorites and prep gear.

Temp Pro digital meat thermometer: $9.99 (50% off)

Original price: $19.99

Take the guesswork out of grilling with this digital meat thermometer, which delivers temperature readings in seconds on an easy-to-read display. More than 10,000 Amazon shoppers purchased one in the past month, making it one of the site's most popular grilling tools. It's also currently discounted by 50%.

Ninja blender system: $129.99 (41% off)

Original price: $219.99

Refresh your countertop with Ninja’s Kitchen System. It includes a full-size blender, a food processor attachment and two single-serve smoothie cups for drinks on the go. The powerful blades crush nuts, frozen fruit and ice with ease.

Astercook knife set: $17.96 (64% off)

Original price: $49.99

Whether you're slicing bread or chopping vegetables, this knife set has the right tool for the job. The collection includes kitchen staples like a chef's knife, bread knife and paring knife, all featuring comfort-grip handles and protective blade covers for storage.

Best Amazon tech deals

Save on headphones, power banks and other tech accessories.

Anker SOLIX portable power station: $899.99 (40% off)

Original price: $1,499

Don't get caught in the dark. The Anker SOLIX C2000 is 40% off and delivers enough backup power to run up to 10 devices at once, including a refrigerator for up to 32 hours. Fast charging lets you go from empty to full in less than an hour using a wall outlet.

Bluetooth label maker: $16.99 (35% off)

Original price: $25.99

Organize your home with this Bluetooth label maker that connects to your phone for easy printing. Its compact design fits easily in a bag, making it just as convenient for the office as it is at home.

Soundcore by Anker Bluetooth headphones: $39.99 (43% off)

Original price: $69.99

This weekend, score these Soundcore by Anker headphones for just $40. They deliver rich audio, active notice cancellation and up to 40 hours of battery life. At this price, they're a great option for budget-friendly headphones.

Best Amazon summer deals

Find deals on everything you need for summer fun, from water bottles to coolers.

Hydro Flask 40-ounce travel tumbler: $19.98 (50% off)

Original price: $39.95

Hydro Flask tumblers rarely go on sale, so grab this 40-ounce bottle while it's half off. Double-wall vacuum insulation keeps water cold for up to 24 hours and the built-in handle makes it easy to carry.

Coleman Pro 45-quart hard cooler: $125.99 (37% off)

Original price: $199.99

The Coleman Pro puts a modern spin on the classic cooler with rugged rope handles and a lightweight design that's easy to carry. Its 45-quart capacity holds up to 74 cans without ice, making it a solid option for tailgates, camping trips and beach days. Add ice, and the insulated interior stays cold for up to four days.

Coleman Triton+ propane camping stove: $97.44 (32% off)

Original price: $142.99

Cook everything from breakfast to dinner on this Coleman propane stove. It features two burners and built-in wind guards to help keep the flame steady, and it rarely drops below $100, making now a great time to buy.

Best Amazon clothing deals

Save on everyday staples for men and women, from Carhartt tees to Under Armour polos.

Under Armour men's golf polo: $23.99 (40% off)

Original price: $39.99

Under Armour's quick-dry polo is down to just $28. The versatile shirt works just as well for golf outings and backyard barbecues as it does for everyday wear. Lightweight, moisture-wicking fabric helps keep you comfortable when temperatures climb.

Carhartt T-shirt: $13.68 (32% off)

Original price: $19.99

Carhartt's classic T-shirt is down to just $14 this weekend. The relaxed fit provides plenty of room to move, while the tagless design helps keep you comfortable throughout long workdays. Whether you're on the job, tackling projects at home or just looking for a durable everyday tee, it's hard to go wrong at this price.

Hanes hoodie: $13 (54% off)

Original price: $28

With more than 80,000 positive reviews on Amazon, this Hanes hoodie has earned a loyal following among shoppers. The lightweight cotton-blend construction makes it a versatile layer for cool summer evenings.

Seamless bra: $25.99 (52% off)

Original price: $54

This seamless bra is down to just $26, saving you $28 off the regular price. Designed for everyday wear, it pairs comfortably with everything from casual tees to dressier outfits. Multiple colors, including black, pink, gray, blue and tan, are now at their lowest prices since May.

Columbia men's outdoor pants: $61 (12% off)

Original price: $70

Swap stiff jeans for Columbia's outdoor pants this summer. The stretchy cotton fabric provides all-day comfort, while hand, back and cargo pockets provide plenty of storage for essentials.

Best Amazon shoes and accessories deals

Complete any outfit with deals on flip-flops, watches and more.

Arch-support flip-flops: $27.99 (30% off)

Original price: $39.99

These flip-flops combine a cushioned foam midsole with a supportive design for comfortable everyday wear. The soft knit upper helps reduce rubbing, while the breathable construction promotes airflow on warm days.

HeyDude Wendy canvas slip-on loafers: $29.74 (54% off)

Original price: $64.99

Slip into summer with these HeyDude shoes. The lightweight, easy-on design makes them a convenient choice for travel, while the flexible canvas upper adapts comfortably to your foot. A removable foam insole adds cushioning and support for long days on the move.

Garmin epix Pro: $684.90 (32% off)

Original price: $999.99

Save $327 on the Garmin epix Pro and get a premium smartwatch built for tracking workouts, runs and outdoor adventures. The always-on display features scratch-resistant sapphire glass, while built-in GPS, heart-rate monitoring and an integrated flashlight add useful functionality both during training and everyday wear.

Best Amazon beauty and personal care deals

Stock up on discounted personal care must-haves like sunscreen and teeth whitening strips.

Neutrogena SPF 70 sunscreen lotion: $9.88 (26% off)

Original price: $13.32

With more than 80,000 purchased on Amazon in the past month, Neutrogena's Ultra-Sheer Dry-Touch sunscreen remains a popular warm-weather staple. The formula combines broad-spectrum sun protection with moisturizing ingredients, including vitamin E, while the oil-free finish is designed to feel lightweight and non-greasy on the skin.

Degree UltraClear deodorant, 4-pack: $15.96 (19% off)

Original price: $19.73

Degree UltraClear deodorant provides up to 72 hours of sweat and odor protection without leaving marks on your clothes. Right now, a three-pack is just $16, bringing the price down to $4 per stick.

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Crest 3D Whitestrips: $35.21 (22% off)

Original price: $44.99

Crest 3D Whitestrips are a popular at-home whitening option and carry the American Dental Association's Seal of Acceptance. The thin, flexible strips are designed for daily use and fit comfortably over teeth during application.

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The legendary Joey Chestnut has taken wild ride to become GOAT of the Hot Dog Eating Contest

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:13:29 -0400

At this point, no Fourth of July is complete without Joey Chestnut.

Americans everywhere will run to their television sets at noon on America's 250th birthday as the world's greatest eater will aim to eat one hot dog for every year the U.S. has been in existence.

OK, that might be a stretch, but it is already a foregone conclusion that Chestnut will earn his 18th Mustard Yellow Belt in 19 attempts on Saturday afternoon.

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The greatness began in 2007, ending a run of six straight titles won by former GOAT Takeru Kobayashi, who actually injured his jaw ahead of that contest. Chestnut's 66 hot dogs defeated Kobayashi's 63 in a preview of a legendary career to follow.

A rivalry ensued between the two, with Chestnut narrowly beating Kobayashi the next two years, including via a tiebreaking eat-off in 2008. When Kobayashi was banned from the event in 2010, Chestnut took off.

Chestnut had won each title from 2007 through 2014, but he was the victim of a massive upset in 2015 to Matt Stonie, losing 62-60. But Stonie's glory was short-lived, and Chestnut went on to win each of the next eight events.

There was a new champion in 2024, but not because Chestnut lost - he actually was barred from competing after signing a brand deal with a Nathan's rival. After much back and forth, Chestnut was allowed back in for the 2025 event with just weeks to spare, and he reclaimed the title with 70.5 dogs and buns.

JOEY CHESTNUT REFLECTS ON RETURN TO HOT DOG EATING CONTEST AFTER CONTRACT DISPUTE, TEMPORARY BAN

"It was great. The audience is awesome, it's electric. It's good to be back after mending some fences," Chestnut recently told Fox News Digital of his return last year. "I do what I love. I got the best job in the world. I get to eat, travel, beat the heck out of people, and meet happy people. So it was great to be back."

Not all of Chestnut's titles have come easily. In 2022, Chestnut's eating was interrupted by a protester, but he miraculously put him in a chokehold and went back to business; he still managed to down 63 dogs and buns.

Even his likely championship on Saturday will not come without a wrinkle, as his 2026 eligibility was actually in doubt for a little bit amid a charge of battery. Chestnut drunkenly slapped a man at a bar in Indiana and pleaded guilty to the charge in April. He is currently serving 180 days of probation, but was granted permission to travel for the event.

His all-time record is 76, which he set back in 2021. It broke his own record of 75 from the year prior, which beat another previous record of 74 from 2018.

And while most are watching for one reason, Chestnut believes that this event is much more than just watching him.

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"It's never about me," he said to Fox News in May. "It's not even about the hot dogs. It's the Fourth of July. It's an eating contest, but really, it's a Fourth of July celebration, it's a celebration in New York. And that contest, it's hard to describe exactly.

"It's an event, it's more than just an eating contest. It's part of the Fourth of July celebration for New York City, and I'm just a very little part of it. And when it comes to that celebration, I'm very happy that I was able to come back and be part of people's Fourth of July."

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Best Fourth of July sleep deals: Save up to 64% on mattresses and bedding

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:01:05 -0500

Summer nights call for a cooler, more comfortable bed, and these 2026 Fourth of July mattress and bedding sales are the perfect opportunity to upgrade your sleep setup. Save up to 64% on mattresses from brands like Saatva, Helix, and Sleep Number, with deals on memory foam and hybrid models. You can also save up to 46% on mattress protectors, cooling sheets and pillows throughout the holiday weekend.

Fourth of July mattress accessories deals

Niagara Sleep Solution Bamboo mattress topper: $37.89 (46% off)
Waterproof mattress protector: $9.95 (45% off)
Bedsure cooling sheets: $72.19 (41% off)
Silk pillow cases: $9.72 (35% off)
Cooling waffle blanket: $36.99 (33% off)
Queen storage bed frame: $109.99 (31% off)
Beckham Hotel Collection bed pillows, 2-pack: $59.99 (25% off)

Best mattress bundle deal

Save on everything you need for a better night’s sleep, including a mattress, bed frame and sheets.

Nectar Premier adjustable bed and mattress set: $1,398 (64% off)

Original price: $3,934

What we love: The adjustable base has a number of useful features, including head and foot elevation, a soothing massage function and pre-programmed positions like Zero Gravity and Anti-Snore.

What to be aware of: The adjustable base is not compatible with all headboards.

Nectar's Premier Adjustable Bed and Mattress bundle adds head and foot elevation plus built-in massage, and includes the mattress, bedding essentials and even a 365-night trial. Shoppers can snag up to 64% off on mattresses and bundles, including the popular all-foam Nectar mattress for the Fourth of July.

Mattresses for side sleepers

If you sleep on your side, look for a mattress that cushions pressure points — typically in the medium-soft to medium-firm range.

Nolah Original Mattress: $942 (35% off)

Original price: $1,449

What we love: The quilted top adds a luxurious cooling layer.

What to be aware of: This is a heavy mattress, so it may be difficult to move.

The Nolah Original mattress is currently discounted by 35% during the site's Fourth of July Sale. Six pressure-relieving foam layers support side sleeping positions, while a pillow top, zoned support and cooling technology promote a more comfortable sleep. If you want a firmer option, try the Nolah Evolution.

Saatva Contour5: $2,674 (12% off)

Original price: $3,049

What we love: This mattress has excellent pressure relief.

What to be aware of: It's an all-foam mattress with very little bounce compared to innerspring or hybrid mattresses.

The all-foam Saatva Contour5 mattress comes in medium and firm options and delivers targeted pressure relief with zoned support. Cooling gel and heat-regulating materials help keep you comfortable, while memory foam contours the shoulders and hips. Saatva makes each mattress to order and delivers it full-sized and uncompressed with free white glove delivery.

Siena Signature Memory Foam Mattress: $294 (64% off)

Original price: $812

What we love: All-foam construction contours around the body.

What to be aware of: If you prefer a springier feel, this mattress may not feel responsive enough.

If you prefer a softer, sink-in feel, consider this 10-inch foam mattress. It includes two inches of contouring memory foam for full-body, medium support and delivers comfortable sleep without straining your budget. You can save up to 60% on mattresses during their Fourth of July sale — starting at just $99.

Mattresses for back pain

Back pain can disrupt sleep, and the wrong mattress only makes it worse. The right one can help keep your spine aligned with balanced support and comfort.

Saatva Classic Mattress: $1,904 (15% off)

Original price: $2,229

What we love: A soft surface with lumbar zone coils that are comfortable for various sleeping positions.

What to be aware of: Even the "Luxury Firm" option might feel too stiff for some side sleepers.

Saatva's Classic mattress is designed for sleepers seeking added back and joint support. Its lumbar zone is intended to promote healthy spinal alignment across different sleep positions. The mattress includes a one-year home trial. Each mattress is made to order and delivered full-size with white-glove service. Right now, you can get up to $625 off on purchases over $1,000 with a mattress in your cart.

PlushBeds organic latex mattress: $1,499 (50% off)

Original price: $2,999

What we love: The latex offers gentle contouring that cushions pressure points without the deep hug feeling of memory foam.

What to be aware of: This mattress is heavy and difficult to move.

Combining support and pressure relief, the PlushBeds Botanical Bliss Organic Latex mattress is a smart choice for sleepers with back discomfort. The organic latex makes this mattress buoyant and responsive, critical in keeping your hips from sagging. PlushBeds offers a 100-night trial period for all of its mattresses, and right now you can get up to 50% off all mattresses and 25% off bedding.

Bear Elite Hybrid mattress: $1,484.60 (35% off)

Original price: $2,284

What we love: Zoned support coils and pressure-relieving foams help maintain spinal alignment and alleviate pressure points.

What to be aware of: Lightweight sleepers might find the mattress to be too firm.

The Bear Elite Hybrid mattress is built with back support in mind, especially for back sleepers dealing with pain or stiffness. It comes in soft, medium and firm options, so you can pick the feel that best supports your spine and eases pressure points. The Bear mattress sleep trial is a 120-night period, after which you can return the mattress at no cost. Use code JULY35 at checkout to get 35% off sitewide.

Mattresses for back sleepers

Back sleepers need a mattress that balances support and comfort to keep the spine aligned.

Aurora Luxe Cooling mattress: $1,025.50 (30% off)

Original price: $1,465

What we love: The GlacioTex cooling cover removes excess heat.

What to be aware of: There is a $99 return fee if you don't like the mattress after the 120-night sleep-trial.

Back sleepers will have strong foundational support from the Brooklyn Bedding's Aurora Luxe Cooling mattress. The coil system prevents the midsection from sinking too deeply, and the coils respond independently to pressure for targeted support where needed. It comes in soft, medium and firm options, so you can choose the level that suits you best. Get 30% off your purchase when using the promo code JULY30. The mattress is shipped in a box and comes with a 120-night comfort trial.

Awara Natural Luxury Hybrid Mattress: $999 (31% off)

Original price: $1,445

What we love: The excellent support and spinal alignment this mattress provides.

What to be aware of: Sleepers that weigh less may find this mattress firmer than they prefer.

Awara's Natural Luxury Hybrid Mattress is a solid choice for back sleepers. Individually wrapped coils provide firm, consistent support, while responsive natural latex adds bounce and keeps the spine aligned. Awara backs the mattress with a 365-night trial. You can currently shop for mattresses up to 50% off during Awara's Fourth of July event.

Mattresses for couples

If you share your bed with a partner, child or pet, choose a mattress that boosts comfort and reduces motion transfer.

Sleep Number Climate360 mattress: $8,711.65 (15% off)

Original price: $10,249

What we love: Each side customizes your preferred temperature setting.

What to be aware of: The app and adjustable features may take some getting used to.

If you tend to sleep hot or cold, the Sleep Number Climate360 mattress is worth considering. It uses ceramic gel designed to help draw heat away, offers targeted support for pressure points and lets you adjust the temperature on each side. You can also track your sleep in the app, and it includes a 100-night trial. For a limited time, save up to 20% on mattresses and 30% off pillows and sheet sets.

DreamCloud Classic Hybrid Mattress: $699 (63% off)

Original price: $1,892

What we love: Reinforced perimeter makes it easier to sit or sleep near the edge without sagging.

What to be aware of: The hybrid design may make it too firm for some sleepers.

DreamCloud builds its Classic Hybrid Mattress with six layers, a quilted cover and supportive memory foam, while wrapped springs reduce motion transfer and cooling fibers help regulate temperature overnight. Save up to 60% on mattresses and 66% on bundles during their Fourth of July sale.

DreamCloud Premier mattress: $1,199 (48% off)

Original price: $2,316

What we love: The superior motion isolation makes it easy to share your bed with a restless partner or pets.

What to be aware of: Memory foam can take a bit longer to adapt when you change positions.

Made for pressure relief, the 13-inch DreamCloud Premier is an all-memory foam mattress with a breathable CloudQuilt top. It's also designed for motion isolation, suitable for a range of sleeping preferences. DreamCloud has a 365-night sleep trial, and if you're unhappy with the mattress, you can request a return and receive a full refund. Shop major discounts during the brand's Fourth of July sale.

Siena Premier Hybrid mattress: $389 (61% off)

Original price: $997

What we love: The excellent edge support so you don't roll off.

What to be aware of: This medium-firm mattress may be too firm for some sleepers.

A great option for couples or those who share a bed with a pet, the Siena Premier Hybrid Mattress helps reduce motion transfer with individually wrapped coils and edge support. Siena includes a 180-night sleep trial. Save up to 60% on mattresses during the brand's Fourth of July deals event.

Latex mattress from Birch by Helix: $1,968 (25% off)

Original price: $2,624

What we love: The Birch mattress is comfortable for all sleeping positions.

What to be aware of: If you have a latex allergy, this mattress is not for you.

Latex mattresses feel similar to memory foam but are firmer and sink less. This eco-friendly mattress from Birch by Helix is made with organic cotton that contributes to a cooler sleeping surface. Couples who tend to overheat during the night will benefit. Birch by Helix is offering 30% off with code ELITE30.

PlushBeds Kathy Ireland luxury hybrid mattress: $969 (61% off)

Original price: $2,469

What we love: This mattress is wrapped in a cooling material made for hot sleepers.

What to be aware of: Decorative finishes are pretty but don't change performance.

Save $1,500 on PlushBeds' Kathy Ireland Luxury Hybrid Mattress, which pairs body-cradling foam with supportive coils and luxe details like faux leather trim and a Swarovski-accented monogram. It ships in a box with a 365-night trial, and you can also take up to 50% off mattresses and 25% off all toppers and bedding.

Mattresses for stomach sleepers

If you sleep on your stomach, go with a firmer mattress to help keep your spine aligned and your hips from sinking too far.

Layla The Essential Mattress: $599 (20% off)

Original price: $749

What we love: All-foam construction helps absorb movement.

What to be aware of: The all-foam build, even with cooling features, can feel hot.

Layla's The Essential Mattress is an all-foam design that balances support and softness. It offers a medium-firm feel that gently cushions pressure points without excessive sink while built-in cooling features can help reduce heat buildup overnight. During Layla's Summer sale, you get two free pillows with every mattress purchase and can save up to $428 on mattresses. You can also use the code FOX150 for $150 off all mattresses, or FOX20 for $20 off orders over $100.

Layla Hybrid Mattress: $1,549 (11% off)

Original price: $1,749

What we love: You can flip this mattress to change the firmness level.

What to be aware of: This mattress is heavy, so you will likely need some help if you plan to flip it.

For most stomach sleepers, the firm side of the Layla Hybrid mattress will be the preferred option, as it keeps the hips from sinking too deeply into the mattress. All mattress purchases come with two of Layla's award-winning memory foam pillows. Shop Layla's Summer sale now. You can also use the code FOX150 for $150 off all mattresses, or FOX20 for $20 off orders over $100.

Mattresses for combination sleepers

If you switch positions at night, a hybrid mattress can give you the right mix of support and pressure relief.

Glacier Original Hybrid Mattress: $809 (10% off)

Original price: $899

What we love: The pressure relief, lumbar support and cooling make this an ideal choice for most sleepers.

What to be aware of: This bed-in-a-box is priced on the higher end.

The Glacier Original Hybrid Mattress provides medium-firm support for stomach, back, side and combination sleepers, as well as couples. The mattress ships roll-packed for easy setup and includes a 365-night trial.

Helix Midnight Luxe Mattress: $1,119 (25% off)

Original price: $1,492

What we love: The Helix Midnight has adequate support and contouring for spinal alignment.

What to be aware of: The mattress may be too hot for some sleepers.

The Helix Midnight Luxe offers a medium-firm feel with lumbar and side-sleeper support, making it a strong fit for back and side sleepers. Its cover can help regulate temperature, while foam layers and individually wrapped coils can reduce motion transfer – a helpful feature if your partner tosses and turns. Helix includes a 100-night trial, and you can take 25% off Luxe Collection with the code ELITE30.

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Mattresses for heavy sleepers

Heavier sleepers should look for a durable, well-built mattress in the medium-firm to firm range.

Titan Plus Luxe mattress: $652.40 (30% off)

Original price: $932

What we love: The mattress is built with higher-density foams and thicker, more durable coils.

What to be aware of: It may feel too firm for lighter individuals.

The Titan Plus Luxe is an excellent mattress for sleepers weighing more than 230 pounds who need robust support. It delivers a comfortable, medium-firm feel and strong pressure relief. Titan's mattress is shipped in a box and with a 120-night comfort trial. Use promo code JULY30 to get 30% off your mattress purchase.

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Mike Vrabel pulled telling move with his wife before Taylor Swift wedding, and it's a bad look

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:00:57 -0400

For some reason, Mike Vrabel and his wife were invited to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.

Why? I have no idea. Frankly, it seems like everyone was invited to this thing. At this point, I'm a little offended I wasn't invited. It seems like the entire planet was in attendance Friday at Madison Square Garden. I can't even imagine the bill. Makes me queasy just to think about.

Anyway, back to Vrabel ...

He was out and about with his wife, Jen, for the first real time since the Dianna Russini scandal erupted in the spring, and it was ... weird. Awkward. Uncomfortable?

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Yeah, let's go with uncomfortable.

One move in particular really grabbed the internet's attention. As the two were on the way to the ceremony, Vrabel entered their car first and did NOT hold the door for Jen. Just opened the door and dove right in on his own, leaving his wife to fend for herself behind him.

It looks completely innocuous at first glance, but ... folks noticed. And buddy, they weren't thrilled:

Mike Vrabel had a tough spring, to say the least

I could go on and on. Seriously, it's a bloodbath right now. Folks are fired up over this disgusting breach of etiquette.

It makes sense, if you ask me. Mike Vrabel is coming off maybe the worst offseason of all time, and everyone is on high alert right now.

In March, the hotel pictures with former Athletic NFL insider Dianna Russini leaked, and everything started to crumble.

Russini was canned. Vrabel entered rehab. The New York Times dropped a 5,000 word story absolutely ripping its former employee. Just last week, the bodycam footage leaked from a Russini traffic stop earlier this year, and it was maybe the most embarrassing thing I've ever seen.

It's just been one thing after another for these two, and I fear it's only gonna get worse from here. The Times still hasn't released its finding from the investigation into Russini. That's coming, folks. It ain't gonna be good.

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Vrabel, meanwhile, has really only spoken a handful of times since the story broke. That's going to change in about three weeks when training camp starts and he's in front of the media every single day.

Perhaps some simple PR training is needed before that? If this video if any indication, it probably wouldn't hurt.

Always hold the door for your lady, fellas. That's Gentleman 101 stuff.

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Comedian Des Bishop on how America made him funnier and his 'healthy collaboration' with wife Hannah Berner

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:00:33 -0400

New York City native Des Bishop has followed an unusual path to success in comedy. His journey has taken him from Queens to Ireland to China, but after moving back home to the U.S., the comedian said definitively that touring the States brought his game to a new level.

Bishop moved to Ireland when he was 14 and didn't move back to the U.S. until his mid-40s, during the COVID-19 pandemic. After performing stand-up in multiple languages, styles and media, Bishop returned to Manhattan's esteemed Comedy Cellar for his newly released Hulu special, "Bridge and Tunnel," which is set to go live on YouTube for free on July 10.

This marks his seventh stand-up comedy special, but only his second in America — and according to him, there is a difference.

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"For a boast, yes, I've had a lot of specials because I've had this entire career in Ireland that Americans don't really know about. Which is weird because I'm a New Yorker, but I lived in Ireland for a lot of my life. So that's why it's all a bit confusing," Bishop told Fox News Digital.

"I would say the percentage of Americans that saw any of my previous specials before my last two would be in the zero-point-zero-something percent, like, a very low amount," he said. "And if they had, a lot of those jokes would have just gone over their heads because they're very Irish."

International man of comedy

Performing for American audiences forced Bishop to tighten up his act and move beyond the longer, more narrative style he developed in Ireland, he said.

"Gigging in America, touring around the United States, just made me a way better comedian," he said.

While Ireland honed his storytelling chops, American clubs taught him pace and punch.

"I had developed great storytelling skills in Ireland — Ireland is known for really strong storytelling comedians. It's kind of like the mainstream style there, which is a great skill to have," Bishop explained.

But telling jokes in iconic locales as well as more rural American venues compelled the comic to refine his delivery.

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"The storytelling and the punchiness mixed together, I think, have created a strong style," he said. "And that's not to say that I was lazy in Ireland, but there are just certain things that America challenged me on in a way that has been a huge benefit to me creatively and skill-wise."

Birthplace is less instrumental in shaping a sense of humor than the topics and tones one is exposed to, said Bishop, pointing to online comedy clips that go viral across borders. His comedic style served him well everywhere he traveled, which he attributed to his eye for spotting commonplace oddities that are typically taken for granted but seem unusual to an outsider.

The globe-trotting entertainer even spent a year learning Mandarin so he could perform a full stand-up show for a native Chinese audience, documented in the short TV series "Des Bishop: Breaking China." Chinese stand-ups tended to be more deadpan and reserved, which contrasted with his "bouncing off the walls" energy, he said, but he found that audiences came to like his approach.

Invigorated by his success learning a new language and making native speakers laugh, Bishop said his time in China inspired him to bring his act back to the U.S.

'A working-class guy from Queens'

Bishop's journey came full circle when he embraced his roots.

"I finally accepted that, to American audiences, I'm just a guy from Queens. Which, by the way, is what I am, but because I've been in Ireland so long, I've always been the American in Ireland," he told Fox News Digital.

"Once I embraced that, my comedy just exploded. So [the title of the special, 'Bridge and Tunnel,' is] also a homage to the fact that embracing who I was as a working-class guy from Queens actually helped me to find a bucketload of new material," Bishop continued.

In the spirit of owning his origin, Bishop's seventh special leans "unashamedly" into Gen X nostalgia. He acknowledged that portions of the set might not cater to especially young audiences, but said, "I indulge in them because my generation, those that get it, they love it."

Despite the risk of nostalgia-based comedy being dismissed as a "hack" to win over audiences and occasional ribbing from younger comedians, Bishop said the portions of his show hinging on "the back-in-the-day stuff" are worth it. Besides, the youngsters just can't relate — yet.

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"I don't mind that they don't get nostalgia, because they don't need nostalgia, because they still have hope," Bishop said.

"And nostalgia is the spackle that covers the hole where hope used to be," he added. "So one day you will understand, and you'll be nostalgic about TikTok or, you know, whatever becomes nostalgic. Like the fact that we used to drive."

1 couple, 2 eras of comedy

But Bishop has a secret weapon when it comes to reaching audiences of all ages, particularly on social media: his wife, Hannah Berner.

Berner is a bona fide comedian in her own right who just last month released her second stand-up comedy special, "None of My Business," on Hulu. She hosts a humorous advice podcast called "Berner Phone" with her husband, as well as the immensely popular "Giggly Squad" podcast with her friend, fashion tastemaker and influencer Paige DeSorbo.

Both Bishop and Berner continue to find success in comedy, which means that they both understand the demands of the career, Bishop told Fox News Digital.

"We have very healthy ways of collaborating in that we're very respectful of each other's professional space, which is actually one of the benefits of comedians being together," he said.

"We both understand how much it matters to each other. So we don't get in each other's way of pursuing our stuff."

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The partnership comes with the added benefit of a built-in sounding board. For example, Bishop said he sometimes helps his wife refine certain jokes, while she helps him out with social media strategy.

"I'll come back and tell her story about something that happened on stage, and she'll be like, 'You got to clip that.' She has a keen eye for virality in a way that my Gen X brain just doesn't," he said.

"You know, I would throw away a lot of things that have done really well for me online if it wasn't for Hannah," Bishop noted.

Bishop and Berner first connected while Berner was on the prominent Bravo reality TV show "Summer House" with DeSorbo, where his budding relationship with his then-girlfriend and now-wife was under initial scrutiny. Bishop told the outlet that it was all worth it to be with Berner.

"We're free of that world," he said, adding that it was just another stop on their journeys. "Entertainment careers are long, man... it's never good to be getting held up on the times where it didn't go your way."

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Reflecting on his career thus far, Bishop acknowledged that learning to let go is a lesson that comes with experience.

"I didn't know that when I was younger. But then you get older, and you're like, 'Wow, remember those things that I thought were the end of my universe? It just went away,'" he said.

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"Not just comedy — just, like, life. Even think [back to] when you're 14, you're outside the principal's office. You're like, 'My life is over!' I can't even remember how that felt now," he laughed. "That's just life."

Fourth of July fireworks pose hidden health risk for certain Americans, experts warn

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:00:07 -0400

Fireworks have been a quintessential part of Fourth of July celebrations across the nation for generations.

But as Independence Day festivities light up the night sky, the colorful displays can also pose serious health risks — especially to the lungs.

Nearly 300 million pounds of fireworks are released into the atmosphere each year in the U.S., according to the American Lung Association. This creates smoke filled with tiny particles, as well as gases like sulfur dioxide, carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide, which are "very harmful to our lungs."

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The smoke from fireworks can also release harmful metals, like aluminum, manganese and cadmium, into the air.

Some illegal fireworks may contain lead, which the association describes as "extremely dangerous" due to its potential to cause lasting health damage.

"Inhaling any of these chemicals can irritate the lungs, making it hard to breathe and causing serious health problems, which is why it is important to avoid firework smoke whenever possible," the group said in a public advisory.

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Air pollution levels increase by an average of 42% on the Fourth of July, according to a 2015 study.

Smoke from fireworks can worsen symptoms and cause flare-ups in those who have asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

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Fine particle pollution has also been linked to more serious health consequences, including heart attacks, stroke, lung cancer and premature death, according to the American Lung Association.

The organization warned that children, older adults and pregnant women, as well as people with lung and heart disease, are especially vulnerable.

Dr. Afif El-Hasan, member of the Lung Association’s board of directors, shared some advice for high-risk fireworks spectators in an interview with Fox News Digital.

Instead of using fireworks at home, El-Hasan recommends watching them from a distance.

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People with asthma who use a rescue inhaler should keep it close at hand in case fireworks trigger wheezing or other symptoms, the expert advised. Wearing a well-fitting N95 mask can also help reduce exposure to fine particles from fireworks smoke and debris.

"If you are familiar with the area and the wind patterns, try to be upwind from the fireworks display and avoid areas where smoke may accumulate," he said.

The expert also recommends attending fireworks events with friends or family, so someone is available to help if a medical emergency arises.

"Make sure you have taken all of your preventative medication before a fireworks show," El-Hasan advised. "If possible, take a car to the fireworks display. Try to park as close as possible to the event in case you have to get to the car quickly."

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The expert also recommends drinking water immediately after the show to clear the upper airway. Changing and washing clothes upon returning home can also help to prevent smoke particles from accumulating in the home.

If case of shortness of breath or chest pain, it's important to seek medical care immediately.

Anna Paulina Luna kicks off Fourth of July weekend with message for the LIBS, 'Back it up, Terry' & fireworks

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:45:32 -0400

It's 5 a.m. as I begin to type out this 4th of July edition of Screencaps, and I'm left wondering if any of the founding fathers had a 13-year-old son who begged to run a 4-mile race before the Continental Congress sat down to adopt the Declaration of Independence 250 years ago today.

Here I am this morning celebrating freedom with a 7 a.m. starting line meetup time for Screencaps Jr. with thunderstorms in the area. I was in bed last night by 9:30. It was probably a very similar night to the one Benjamin Franklin had on July 3, 1776. He was 70 at the time and about to sign the most important document in the history of the world the next morning. One has to believe Franklin got in the sack early ahead of his big day.

So now I'm up and ready to experience a day and a world that the Declaration signers wouldn't believe. We'll probably stop and get a coffee made by purple-hair LIBS at a drive-thru in our 2023 Honda Odyssey while listening to a radio powered by satellites. Thomas Jefferson's head would explode over the thought of Americans sitting in line at Starbucks and scrolling through a phone with 24/7 internet access and the ability to communicate in real-time with humans around the world.

Just think, we can send a text from our couches right now and tell people in Great Britain to eff-off.

Based on records from July 4, 1776, we know that the boys got together at 9 a.m. for a meeting. Horseflies were a major issue. It was 76 degrees that day in 1776. The record also states that the boys were wearing heavy wool coats and silk stockings in the middle of summer in Philly. Just imagine!

Now, with the freedoms extended to us due to that precious document signed that day, we now have access to sweat-wicking long-sleeve shirts, mainly made in China, that help us battle the sweltering sun.

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Times sure have changed.

Unlike our drunken 4th of July parties where people will ultimately blow off their fingers, Jefferson's hand-written diary entries show that he spent the 4th by going out to a Philly bookstore to buy a thermometer and then to another store to buy gloves for Martha Jefferson.

Now, 250 years later, many of us will spend our night blowing up Chinese-made fireworks while drinking beer brands owned by foreign nationals.

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The calendar changes, but what remains is that we are the luckiest people in the history of the world to call this our home. The work put in by the founding fathers 250 years ago today paved the way for us to experience lake weekends on our big, beautiful boats and for us to go out our backdoors to jump in our pools without some scumbag Brit telling us how to live.

Now it is up to all of us to continue forward to ensure that this American experience exists 250 years from now. We cannot forget that there are always scumbags laying in the weeds to destroy everything we hold dear in life.

Don't let Tom Jefferson and Ben Franklin down today. Do it for them. Do it for this country. Do it for the future generations. Go celebrate. I'll do just that later today after this 4-mile road race where Screencaps Jr. will run for freedom.

Celebrating freedom in Idaho

– Marty H. writes: Haven’t written in a while; sounds like you had a great golf trip. How to celebrate 250? The most American of events: Rodeo. Mrs. H and I took in the opening night of the Days of the Old West Rodeo in Hailey yesterday. Pure Americana and infused with patriotism. Talk about doing hard things - not much harder than attaching yourself to 1,600 pound bull with a flank strap tightened to make him even more irritated.

And only using one hand to hang on. If you’ve never been to a rodeo, put it on your bucket list.For the actual 4th of July I’m going to be in the parade! Organizers asked for American Legion members to ride a horse drawn wagon tribute to veterans. I haven’t been in a parade since I was a kid. I encourage eligible Screencaps veterans to consider joining your local American Legion, particularly if there is an active post with a legion hall. It’s a place you can talk about your service with others that understand and also do service to the community like Legion baseball. Find your local hall and just show up. It’s a welcoming group.

Celebrating freedom in Nebraska

– Adam in Sidney, NE emails: Stars and Stripes. The #3, and taking pride in your yard. Hope the guys who built this house in 1943 would be proud.

Celebrating freedom in Ohio

– Kevin in Toboso tells me: Please no WNBlgbqtA or soccer stories today. Let's have some golf updates from your trip, some baseball coaching and mowing updates. Anything that normal, 250 celebrating AMERICANS would enjoy. We need more Terrys lighting off fireworks from their wheel chairs celebrating this great nation.

Have a great 4th of July and thanks to the men and woman who have served.

Kinsey: See Terry above.

4th of July thoughts from California

– Chris W. in California writes: Hope you enjoyed some well deserved time off. Print this / don't print this but as we get closer and closer to celebrating the 250th birthday of the U.S. of A. I've been thinking a lot about what that means for our country at this current time.

There has been a lot said in various outlets about how the current political climate makes it difficult to fully celebrate America on the 250th anniversary of it's founding. I won't get into what's being said because we've all been hearing or reading it but what it ultimately boils down to is some groups of people not feeling very patriotic at the moment.

I won't get too deep into the weeds with this but my political views are a very mixed bag. I am probably much more liberally minded then certain readers of your column and likewise maybe slightly more conservative than others. I have some issues with a lot of what is going on in this country on both sides of the aisle and at times it has made me mad, dejected, sad... you name it. Heck, I live in Los Angeles County in California, for my money, the worst run county in the worst run state in the Country. I think pretty much all of our state politicians are a joke and have made the Golden State almost unlivable and now some of those idiots want to run the entire country.

On the flip side there are certain federal policies, actions, you name it that have taken place or are taking place that are alarming, upsetting, you name the emotion, they've evoked it... and yet... I'll be damned if this isn't the single greatest country in the history of the world, full stop, no question, the end.

Why do I feel this way and why should everyone else feel this way? Does our country have some things in its past that we shouldn't be proud of? Yep, every great civilization does. Is there a level of insanity, vitriol and stupidity that is infiltrating almost every aspect of our modern society, regardless of your political or religious views? Yep, damn... I guess that's what happens when people have so much FREEDOM!

If you're Republican or Democrat you can say this right is being attacked or this ideal is in danger, blah, blah, blah. So what? And I'm not making light of those concerns but it got me thinking.

When Bud Light made the boneheaded Dylan Mulvaney decision and there was all the backlash was anyone dragged out into the street, Dylan Mulvaney included, and hung in the town square? No! Instead people voted with their wallets and not a single person was harmed except maybe some marketing guys getting a tongue lashing.

When the decision on trans athletes was made the other day by the Supreme Court were the Justices swarmed by an angry mob and beheaded on the spot? No!

Heck, political based violence has reached an all time high, we have a sitting President that has had multiple attempts on his life, Charlie Kirk was assassinated, there was the January 6th riots and what has happened? NOTHING! No government has been overthrown, it hasn't lead to civil war, it's only galvanized various groups who have used that galvanizing force TO VOTE!!! To vote in free elections without a gun to their head, to walk into a balloting place without fear of reprisal decide the direction of this country.

There is no denying there is a lot of $#!+ going down left and right but has ANYONE in this country become less free over the last 2, 4, 8, 10, 20 years? Yes, inflation sucks, yes gas prices HURT and it may be making some of us tighten our belts a bit but can ANYONE reading this column honestly tell me they will go to bed tonight worried they will be dragged out of their house in the middle of the night and imprisoned or killed because of their beliefs?

Is there ANYONE reading this column that doesn't believe that with the right amount of work and perseverance they can own a place to live, keep it safe and provide the bare essentials for themselves and their loved ones?

Politicians will continue to be idiots and attempt to screw things up more and more but so what? In what other country can you a policy, a ruling, a decision you don't like and through legal means fight it with years of bureaucracy, lawyers, advocating and blood sweat and tears.

I live in California, a state with some of the dumbest policies in the world. A state where I could have someone break into my house and after I shoot them I get in trouble with the law for defending myself. Yet, IF that were to happen I am also utterly convinced I could fight whatever comes my way with an army of lawyers, advocates and every boring, mind-numbing legal means that has been put into place over the history of our country.

Our country is frustrating, it has always been frustrating for someone, somewhere but every single person reading this column can spend the 4th of July grilling burgers and hot dogs, drinking beers and trying not to blow themselves up while their wife or girlfriend runs around in a swimsuit or cut-offs and their kids play on a piece of property you hopefully own or at least rent. Your significant other won't be stoned in the street for showing a little leg, your kids won't be executed because of your or their religious beliefs and when the last firework has gone off and everyone lays in bed, bellies full, clothed, with a roof over their head everyone will have have enjoyed, LIFE, LIBERTY and THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS.

Regardless of what the talking heads say, or the people that seem to can't find anything right with our country, despite the bureaucrat's attempt to screw it all up, this land we call home, over 250 hard-fought, sometimes fraught years has been built to last and it has been built to be something that may sometimes frustrate us, but also as something we should ALWAYS we be proud of because there has never, ever, ever been another country that has provided what this country can provide? If you don't believe that then you are simply ignoring the countless freedoms and graces that are being waved in your face, every minute of every day. And if you still don't believe that then go watch any of the countless videos of all the people from other countries, here regardless of race, creed, religion, enjoying the countless things our great country has to offer.

Don't let politics get in the way of celebrating something truly worth celebrating. Happy 4th to everyone and God bless America!

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And with that, I think we're ready to roll on this important holiday. It's time to get Screencaps Jr. to that starting line so he can do his thing. He had a four-hour swim party on Friday, so let's see how his legs hold up.

Let's go celebrate freedom.

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NASA's Chandra telescope reveals Milky Way's outer reaches may stretch farther than previously known

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A team of astronomers has discovered that the spiral arms of the Milky Way galaxy may stretch further out into space than was previously known.

The scientists made precise distance measurements of dust clouds in the arms using data from two telescopes orbiting high above Earth's atmosphere — NASA's Chandra, the most powerful X-ray telescope ever built, and the European Space Agency's XMM-Newton.

Researchers took advantage of rare, powerful gamma-ray bursts in distant galaxies. As X-rays from those bursts traveled through the Milky Way, some of the light bounced off dust clouds, creating rings that could be measured with unusual precision.

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"This is a very direct way — relying only on geometry — to precisely measure distances to the Milky Way’s spiral arms," said Beatrice Vaia, the Italian PhD student who led the study. "Most other methods rely on assumptions about how the Milky Way rotates, which become increasingly uncertain in the outer regions of our galaxy."

The dust cloud in the most distant arm of the Milky Way was estimated to be about 3,500 light-years wide, according to the data the team collected.

Astronomers have been aware of the Milky Way's arms for at least a century, but mapping them has always been difficult since Earth is positioned inside one of them.

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But the recent breakthrough with studying gamma-ray bursts — a method not hampered by Earth's position inside the galaxy — could have massive implications on how we conceptualize our home within the universe.

"The differences are small, but any revision of these distances is important because they are so fundamental for understanding our galaxy," said Ilaria Fornasiero, a PhD student and co-author on the study. "For example, this could mean that astronomers have to revise estimates of the mass of the galaxy, because that affects how wide the arms stretch."

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The only downside to the technique is that suitable gamma-ray bursts are extremely rare. Researchers have found only a handful over the past 25 years that were bright enough and positioned in a way that allowed them to measure the Milky Way's spiral arms.

"We will continue to be on the lookout for more," said co-author Andrea Tiengo.

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