Mountain Dew introduces nostalgic soda — but there’s good and bad news Release is part of Mountain Dew's ‘American Original — Tasting Great Since '48’ campaign The Independent UK · Jun 26
Trump's Freedom 250 Fair Opens to Sparse Crowds as Visitors Mock 'Cult-Like' Arch Display The flagship America 250 celebration kicked off with ambitious plans but faced an unexpectedly quiet reception, with empty pathways and viral mockery overshadowing the debut. International Business Times UK · Jun 26
Trump’s Great American State Fair gets off to rough start as power issue melts ice cream in food tent Multiple state booths were basically empty, with several containing just a pair of chairs The Independent UK · Jun 26
Quote of the Day by Frank Sinatra: “The big lesson in life, baby, is… — The American singer's powerful advice to overcome life's challenges Quote of the Day by Frank Sinatra: “The big lesson in life, baby, is never be scared of anyone or anything.” This timeless quote encourages people to face life with courage, confidence, and determination instead of allowing fear to control their choices. Frank Sinatra reminds us that fear often prevents… The Economic Times · Jun 26
2026 isn’t the first time Christians have tried to claim the United States as their own Amid celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary, assertions of the country’s religious, and specifically Christian, character have grown louder in political discourse. The Conversation · Jun 26
Summer camps remain a battleground over what it means to be American Imagine tall trees across the lake, a calm breeze, children laughing in the distance, the scent of your old canvas tent – there’s no forgetting the sights, sounds, smells and feel of summer camp. The Conversation · Jun 26
Could Americans Be Forced to Work Until 70? Social Security Funding Gap Fuels Retirement Debate Germany's proposal to raise the retirement age to 70 has sparked a global debate, with implications for the US as it faces Social Security funding challenges. International Business Times UK · Jun 26
Trump boasts about crowd size and claims 45,000 people attended his State Fair speech – with no evidence President claims his rally-style address to open the ‘America 250’ event on Washington’s National Mall was ‘packed to the brim’ with supporters, despite evidence to the contrary The Independent UK · Jun 26
Author Claims 'Biblical Proof that Trump Will Save America', Lots of People Love It While MAGA Hates It A Florida woman's satirical book, featuring blank pages, critiques the intertwining of politics and religion, and has become an unexpected bestseller, sparking mixed reactions. International Business Times UK · Jun 26
Touring Trump's Washington: How the president is putting his imprint on the nation's capital Washington D.C. is undergoing a dramatic transformation under President Trump's influence as America approaches its 250th anniversary. Visitors will find an increased National Guard presence, the repurposing of federal agencies like USAID, and the prominent display of Trump's image on government buildings. Iconic landmarks like the Reflecting Pool have been… The Economic Times · Jun 26
Critics Slam Sean Duffy's Offensive 'Libtard' Comment as Daughter With Down Syndrome Watches Behind Him US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy faces criticism for using an ableist slur at the America 250 event, overshadowing the Great American State Fair launch. International Business Times UK · Jun 26
Freedom 250 Fiasco: Donald Trump Speech Marred by Mass Walkout at National Mall Donald Trump faced an embarrassing walkout during his Freedom 250 speech at the National Mall. Attendees headed for the exits as the president spoke at the US 250th Independence Day celebration. International Business Times UK · Jun 26
Why did Tucker Carlson and Marjorie Taylor Greene leave the Republican party? Disillusioned America firsters, like Carson and Greene, are angry at Trump’s foreign interventions, may sit out the midterm elections The Guardian - US · Jun 26
Review: A Fresh-Eyed Tour Through Revolutionary America My American Revolution revisits the American Revolution through those that keep the revolutionary spirit alive. Reason · Jun 26
The Economic Times · Jun 26 Quote of the Day by Maya Angelou: 'Most people don't grow up. Most people age.' The American memoirist's most memorable reflections on maturity Quote of the Day by Maya Angelou challenges the notion that life's traditional milestones equate to true maturity. She argues that merely aging, accumulating responsibilities like jobs and families, doesn't guarantee personal growth. Genuine adulthood, Angelou suggests, lies in developing empathy, accountability, and self-awareness through how we navigate life's challenges.
International Business Times UK · Jun 26 'Pay Your Workers Better!': Backlash Erupts As Foreign World Cup Fans Reject Mandatory Tips At US Bars And Restaurants International football fans visiting the US for the FIFA World Cup are clashing with American tipping culture, leading to debates and some restaurants adding automatic gratuities to bills.
The Independent UK · Jun 26 Alexi Lalas is football’s worst pundit — that’s exactly why Fox Sports loves him COMMENT: The former central defender, who made his name at the 1994 World Cup, has been widely disparaged for his performance as an analyst at this year’s tournament. Kevin E G Perry argues the All-American blowhard is giving Fox Sports exactly what they want
The Times of India · Jun 26 'America, meet your next federal budget director’: JD Vance jokes after Usha Vance buys $50 dress for $8.75 US Vice President JD Vance playfully nominated his wife, Usha Vance, as the next federal budget director after she highlighted a bargain maternity dress purchase. This followed a New York Times piece analyzing the 'political symbolism' of her pregnancy wardrobe. Usha Vance's witty response and the subsequent budget quip underscore…
The Times of India · Jun 26 MacKenzie Scott's $7 billion donations in 2025 accounted for one-third of America's largest charitable gifts MacKenzie Scott reinforced her position as one of the world's most generous philanthropists in 2025 after donating around $7 billion to charitable causes across the United States. According to Giving USA and the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, Scott's contributions accounted for nearly one-third of the country's $19.2…
The Guardian - UK · Jun 26 Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness to Rolf Harris: Primetime Predator – the seven best shows to stream this week Larry David is back with a typically cranky look at America’s first 250 years – and it could not be any more starry. Plus: a brave documentary about the chilling crimes of the prolific sex offender and children’s TV host
The Economic Times · Jun 26 "America's doors are closed fully to asylum seekers," says US Dy Chief of Staff White House adviser Stephen Miller declared the US is effectively closed to asylum seekers, stating America's doors are fully shut. He asserted that Haitians with Temporary Protected Status should depart, deeming Haiti a safe country. Miller also reiterated the administration's stance on ending birthright citizenship, emphasizing that illegal immigration is…
The Times of India · Jun 26 'America's doors are closed fully to asylum seekers': Supreme Court upholds Trump immigration policies The US Supreme Court on Thursday allowed the Trump administration to strip hundreds of thousands of Haitian and Syrian immigrants of a humanitarian status that protects them from deportation, giving another boost to the president's hardline approach toward immigration.
International Business Times UK · Jun 26 The Bluetooth Ban: How China-Linked Car Tech Forced Polestar Out of the US Market Polestar's US sales will cease from 2027 due to national security concerns over China-linked technology, impacting the electric vehicle market and raising questions about foreign automakers in America.
The Economic Times · Jun 26 AI levels the playing field as IT giants target mid-market game With the disruption that artificial intelligence has brought, mid-market companies have now accelerated tech spending, creating scalable opportunities. The focus on the mid-market is also a result of a slowdown in deals in the traditional strongholds of America, as well as key sectors like banking, due to economic uncertainty and…
Saving Advice · Jun 25 New Caregiver Tax Credit Proposals Could Save Families Thousands—Here’s What to Know More than 63 million Americans now provide unpaid care for an aging parent, spouse, child, or other loved one. Family caregivers now provide an estimated...