AAA anticipates that a record 72.2 million people will travel this holiday weekend. Here’s how to prepare if you’re one of them.
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Miki Sudo sets record for hot dog eating and Patrick Bertoletti wins men’s contest
The previous men’s champ, Joey “Jaws” Chestnut, didn’t attend the competition this year over a sponsorship tiff.
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The explosive history of fireworks, from ancient China to Revolutionary America
Pyrotechnic amusements from sparklers to Roman candles have long been a staple of celebrations in the U.S. and beyond, helping to mark national holidays, sporting events and more.
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Here’s How A Pyrotechnic Company Sets Up A Fireworks Show
The Fourth of July is a day of celebration that usually involves grilling burgers and being with family. At the end of the night, it’s the fireworks that close out the holiday. And what might look like a random sequence of colorful explosions is in fact a meticulously planned performance.
