Long road to freedom: 10 interesting facts about the USA

Today America is celebrating US Independence Day. The history of how the state achieved its independence, how Americans celebrate their holiday, as well as 10 interesting facts about the States. USA Independence Day is celebrated on July 4, it was on this day in 1776 that the Declaration was signed ...

Which streets will be blocked in New York on July 4

The traditional fireworks show will take place on the East River on the 4th of July. Around three million spectators are expected to attend the event, with four barges launching 3 fireworks per minute during the 25-minute show. And while everyone is looking for where...

On Independence Day, Obama sang for his daughter. Video

As the world celebrated US Independence Day, President Obama had another reason to celebrate on July 4: his eldest daughter Malia turned 18. He took her out to the audience, singing a congratulatory song, and joked that “to put my daughter in an awkward position ...

How much money is spent on celebrating US Independence Day

July 4 marks the 240th anniversary of the adoption of the United States Declaration of Independence. On this occasion, parades, hot dog eating contests, picnics and fireworks were held throughout the country throughout the day. The state has not yet calculated how much such a celebration cost, but the amount will be ...

Russian and American pilots communicate during combat duty

Unofficial radio exchanges and holiday greetings between Russian and American military pilots have become a tradition since the Cold War. Thus, a source in the naval aviation of the Russian Navy commented on the incident on July 4, 2015 to Lente.ru, noting that it cannot be considered ...

FBI: terrorists prepared dozens of murders for Independence Day

The US Federal Bureau of Investigation managed to prevent dozens of murders of American citizens that were supposed to occur on July 4, US Independence Day. This was stated by FBI Director James Comey. Komi said that 10 people were arrested in these cases over the past month. ...

July 4 parade of retro cars took place in Washington

Despite the bad weather, a festive parade dedicated to the US Independence Day took place in Washington. The parade took place on Constitution Avenue. Spectators gathered on both sides of the street. Many of them brought with them chairs and fold-out rugs to observe while sitting. Policemen on motorcycles opened the parade. ...

Pyrotechnics exploded in a crowd in the USA.

In the American city of Avon (Colorado), pyrotechnics exploded in the middle of a crowd of people. During the US Independence Day fireworks display, one of the charges exploded in a fireworks cannon. As a result, nine people who were nearby were burned. Fortunately, no one was killed. Victims ...

The main events of the US Independence Day in New York

This year America's birthday, July 4th, fell on a Saturday, so there can be no excuse for spending this holiday at home. Moreover, today there will be a huge number of various patriotic and entertainment events. If you celebrate the Day ...

Twitter users congratulate US on 2015 anniversary

On the eve of US Independence Day, Twitter users began congratulating each other on their 2015 anniversary. According to the owners of some accounts, the number of pranksters is roughly equal to the number of "idiots who really think that in 2015 the United States will be 2015". About turning into a tradition ...

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