THIS is the dramatic moment dozens of red balloons filled with natural gas engulfed the air with a huge fireball explosion, ...

Plagued by wars, political deadlock and social problems, Washington is losing its influence as a global power, observers say.

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As Independence Day approaches, New York officials remind residents that possession and use of aerial and explosive consumer fireworks remain illegal without a permit, emphasizing safety and legal com ...

A July 4th fireworks display in a Hamtramck parking lot turned dangerous, injuring a police officer and prompting an investigation into videos showing people throwing ...

Three weeks after evacuating to Italy on a scholarship, every comfort of a safe and normal life only deepens my guilt for ...

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — As thousands gathered along the waterfront Saturday evening, eyes turned toward the sky in anticipation of the annual fireworks display celebrating Independence Day. But long ...