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US Celebrates Its Independence Day On July 4

The Patriot Ledger on MSN · 10h

John Adams thought Independence Day should be celebrated on July 2. Why is it on July 4?

John Adams, for what it's worth, reportedly turned down invitation to July 4 events as he still believed it should be celebrated on July 2, according to The History Channel. He died on July 4, 1926.

The Indianapolis Star · 10h

Why do we celebrate Independence Day on the 4th of July? A quick history lesson

Booming fireworks, patriotic parades, and outdoor barbeques have become annual traditions, and many employees enjoy the day off of work for the federal holiday. July 4, also known as Independence Day,

USA Today · 10h

America250: Once July 4th passes, focuses turns to the 250th birthday celebration

The United States will start a yearlong celebration of its 250th birthday. Here's what you need to know about the patriotic celebrations, which started with the Grand Military Parade & Celebration on June 14th.

Powerball winning numbers for Jul. 2 drawing

Georgia Lottery Player wins $100,000 in July 2nd Powerball drawing

A Georgia Lottery player in the CSRA won $100,000 in the July 2 Powerball drawing. According to a statement from Georgia Lottery on Thursday, the ticket was purchased at Pick N Pay at 3020 in Hephzibah.

Indianapolis Star on MSN · 1d

Did anyone win Powerball jackpot last night, July 2, 2025? Winning numbers, lottery results

Powerball numbers and jackpot results for $174 million lottery drawing Wednesday, July 2, 2025. Who won? Winning numbers, next drawing, tickets and more.

USA TODAY on MSN · 1d

Powerball winning numbers for July 2 drawing: Jackpot rises to $175 million

The Powerball jackpot rose to $174 million ahead of Wednesday's drawing. Check here for the winning numbers for July 2, 2025.

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5 things to know for July 2: USAID, Ukraine munitions, Trump megabill, Climate change, Paramount settlement

(CNN) — Tennessee teens who pick on their classmates may soon have to walk to school. A new state law that took effect this ...

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AP Top Stories July 2

Senate passes Trump's big tax and spending cut bill; Trump says Israel accepted terms for Gaza ceasefire; Vote count confirms ...

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Astros vs. Rockies Prediction, Odds, Picks - July 2

Preview the July 2 matchup between the Houston Astros and Colorado Rockies with odds over/under, game spread, betting lines ...

The morning read for Wednesday, July 2

Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles and commentary related to the Supreme Court. Here’s the Wednesday ...

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Cubs vs. Guardians Picks, Odds and Prediction: Wednesday, July 2

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Diddy trial recap: What happened on July 2 in mogul's sex trafficking trial? Key highlights explained

On Wednesday, July 2, 2025, a split verdict was announced in the music mogul, Diddy, also known as Sean Combs' sex ...

Your July 4th Weekend Streaming Watch List: 'Sinners,' 'The Old Guard 2' and 'Heads of State'

Don't miss the latest on Max, Netflix and other streaming services. Here's what you should binge this weekend.

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Starting 5, July 2: NBA Free Agency - Top reported deals from Wednesday

NBA free agency opened on June 30 at 6 p.m. ET, with players and teams allowed to negotiate deals during the moratorium ...

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