“In the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi, Nov. 28 was an official holiday called Lā Kūʻokoʻa, or Independence Day. This was the day in 1843 when England and France formally recognized Hawaiʻi’s independence,” ...

Tanzania's government banned all forms of protest on Independence Day after canceling this year's commemoration and deploying ...

Independence Day 2025 Wishes, Messages & Status Ideas: As India marks its 79th Independence Day on August 15, 2025, it’s time to celebrate the tricolour spirit of pride, unity, and patriotism. It’s a ...

Police and soldiers deployed in force in Tanzania's commercial capital, Dar es Salaam, on Tuesday to try to prevent protests called for by activists to denounce the violent suppression of ...

When you think of the words Independence Day, a few things probably come to mind. Fireworks, freedom, outdoor barbecues, fun in the sun, Will Smith, and, most obvious, the Fourth of July. The date ...

The Fourth of July embodies independence and national pride like no other day in the United States. However, that freedom and pride weren’t meant for all Americans. Black Americans, who were enslaved, ...

This short shows a simple Independence Day moment captured on set, highlighting the crew’s celebration between filming ...

What films come to mind when you hear the phrase “Best Fourth of July movies”? Steven Spielberg’s 1975 classic Jaws, which is now streaming on Peacock, is a great answer. You can’t go wrong with The ...

This year marks the 61 anniversary of Jamaican Independence Day. Every year since Aug. 6, 1962, Jamaicans honor this momentous occasion in many ways. Here’s a few facts about Jamaica’s journey to ...