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

“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,” ...

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, ...

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 ...

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 ...

Samia Suluhu Hassan, re-elected with almost 98 per cent of the vote, faces a young, increasingly well-educated and independent-minded population ...

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 ...

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 ...

Will Smith's '90s classic Independence Day is available to stream right now. The sci-fi blockbuster takes place on Earth, where a powerful alien species has launched a devastating worldwide attack.

Rihanna honored Barbados Independence Day in an Instagram post on November 30. The Barbados native shared a gallery featuring ...