Fourth of July travel planning? How to beat the rush
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Travel official on navigating 4th of July weekend rush
Millions of Americans will encounter a busy travel rush around the 4th of July weekend. The Transportation Security Administration expects that Sunday will be the busiest travel day and could break a record. Reggie Stephens, the federal security ... -
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Fourth of July travel expected to break records
The Fourth of July holiday travel rush is here; experts say it could be the busiest season ever. AAA estimates nearly 71 million people will travel 50 miles or more during the holiday. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave ... -
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Fourth of July travel continues to break records
The TSA told CBS News it's screened more than 19 million flyers since last Thursday and is approaching two million more than last year. Eight of its 10 busiest travel days have been in the past month and a half, with Sunday expected to break ... -
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From fireworks to food, here's how to save on Fourth of July expenses
According to the National Retail Federation, Americans are expected to spend $9.4 billion on food this Independence Day, with each consumer spending about $90. Here are a few tips to save money. -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Jack Dempsey, the 4th of July and the 'fight that won't die'
The heavyweight title bout between Jack Dempsey and Tommy Gibbons in Shelby, Montana, was one of the most economically disastrous events in boxing history. -
NBC News - Top stories
Gas is cheaper this July Fourth. Here’s how to stretch your dollar even further at the pump.
Gasoline prices have inched up but are on track to notch the cheapest July Fourth since 2021. Here's how to maximize your fuel efficiency over the holiday. -
CBS Sports - Sports
Fourth of July 2024: How did New England Patriots get their name? Other nicknames that were considered
A reminder of how the franchise got its name -
The Hill - Politics
Fourth of July costs rocket higher
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Fourth of July cookout costs hit record high New research finds that average Fourth of July cookout costs are expected to soar to ... -
CBS News - Top stories
July 4 travel expected to break records
AAA projects more than 60 million Americans will drive 50 miles or more this week over the Fourth of July holiday, which is millions more than last year. The TSA says it will be busiest on Sunday, when more than 3 million travelers could be ... -
Inc. - Business
Americans Ready to Set July 4 Travel Records
Despite steep gas prices, looming storms, and costlier fixings for backyard barbecues, an estimated 71 million people will be on the move this holiday weekend. -
Wired - Tech
23 Best Fourth of July Mattress Deals (2024)
Mattress sales aren't just a President's Day or Memorial Day thing anymore. You can score a WIRED-tested mattress at a great price right now. -
MarketWatch - Business
The debate about ‘quiet vacationing’ is as American as the Fourth of July
“It’s not just dishonest workers trying to steal time. It’s people that feel burdened by the weight of the workplace.” -
CBS News - Top stories
More than 70 million people expected to travel for July 4th
AAA says 70.9 million people will be traveling at least 50 miles this week for the Fourth of July, with 60 million moving by car. CBS News Boston reporter Penny Kmitt has a look at the situation for flyers from Logan International Airport. -
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TSA expects to screen a record number of travelers for the July 4th weekend
A long Fourth of July holiday weekend in the United States is expected to create new travel records -
The Hill - Politics
Fourth of July cookout costs hit record high: Survey
Inflation concerns are hitting the holiday table, with average Fourth of July cookout costs expected to soar to their highest level ever, according to new research. This year’s American Farm Bureau Fourth of July market basket survey found that ... -
Wired - Tech
30 Best Fourth of July Sales on WIRED-Approved Gear (2024)
Ahead of July 4th celebrations, these Independence Day sales can help you save on firepits, ebikes, tech, and mattresses. -
NBC News - Top stories
July 4 travel hitting a record thanks to lower gas prices, humming economy
Travelers heading out for the July 4 holiday can expect plenty of company this year. -
NBC News - Top stories
Triple-digit temperatures expected over July Fourth holiday; nearly 150 million under heat alerts
Heat warnings and watches are in effect for nearly 150 million people across 21 states for the holiday period, with dangerous and potentially historic extreme heat due for the West in the coming days and temperatures of 115 degrees possible. -
The Guardian - World
This Fourth of July, it’s hard to feel optimistic about the US. But I have hope | Margaret Sullivan
Let’s remember that we’ve come a long way – and the journey isn’t yet complete. If you’ve been paying even the slightest bit of attention, you know that the American Experiment took some gut punches over the last week.. Joe Biden – long considered ... -
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Britain goes to the polls and millions under Fourth of July heat warnings: Morning Rundown
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CBS Sports - Sports
Fourth of July 2024: Dolphins, Eagles, Cowboys among 9 NFL teams with the most fireworks entering new season
A look at which clubs are poised to explode, on or off the fieldNFL -
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NBC News - Top stories
'Extremely dangerous,' record-breaking heat wave to hit Fourth of July holiday weekend
A heat wave that's set to break daily temperature records across western and southern states through the weekend has been called "extremely dangerous." -
NBC News - Top stories
6 people injured after carnival ride tips over at Fourth of July celebration in Washington state
Six people were injured Wednesday night after a ride at an Independence Day carnival in Washington state tipped over, officials said. -
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How to watch the Macy's 4th of July fireworks show
Get the best view of the Macy's 4th of July fireworks show tonight. Find out how to watch, even without cable. -
The Hill - Politics
There is no grand plan to replace Biden
The establishment media spent the entirety of the Trump administration telling us what the president was really like behind the scenes. But during the Biden administration, they haven’t seemed remotely interested in what the president is like ...Joe Biden -
MarketWatch - Business
This July 4, here’s how much money you need to declare ‘financial independence’
About 160 million of us are still working for The Man. -
BBC News - Top stories
Kris Jenner shares plans for removal of her ovaries
The 68-year-old speaks about her diagnosis in emotional scenes on reality show, The Kardashians. -
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CNBC - Business
United Airlines is texting travelers live weather maps to explain flight delays
Even when it's bright and sunny, a thunderstorm hundreds of miles away can still disrupt flights.Travel -
The New York Times - Business
If You Test Positive for Covid, Can You Still Travel?
With coronavirus cases on the rise, summer travelers are once again facing difficult questions. Here’s the latest travel guidance from health experts. -
ESPN - Sports
Are Premier League clubs overvaluing young players to beat financial rules?
The transfer window has seen a lot of big swaps between Premier League sides, especially before July 1. -
The Hill - Politics
Michelle Obama only Democrat to beat Trump in new poll
Former first lady Michelle Obama is the only Democrat to beat former President Trump in a new poll Tuesday. The survey, conducted by Reuters/Ipsos, found Obama was the only Democrat with a lead on Trump in a hypothetical match-up, garnering 50 ...Donald Trump -
The New York Times - Sports
An M.L.B. Star Who Beat Cancer Is Making a Different Kind of Comeback
After making four appearances following chemotherapy, the Red Sox pitcher Liam Hendriks underwent Tommy John surgery last August. -
CBS News - Top stories
Vice President Harris maintains that Biden will beat Trump again
In an exclusive interview, Vice President Kamala Harris told CBS News that she's proud to be President Biden's running mate and that, "Joe Biden is our nominee. We beat Trump once and we're gonna beat him again. Period." CBS News campaign reporter ...Joe Biden -
Financial Times - Business
EQT can beat Aim market on a video gaming roll-up
Swedish private equity group inks a deal to buy Dublin-based Keywords Studios -
MarketWatch - Business
Is your active mutual fund beating the U.S. stock market this year?
Professional stock pickers who run mutual funds focused on U.S. stocks struggled in June, with only a small majority beating their benchmarks in the first half of this year, according to BofA Global Research. -
The Hill - Politics
White House explains 'We finally beat Medicare' debate flub
The White House on Wednesday explained what President Biden meant when he misspoke and said “We finally beat Medicare” in last week’s presidential debate. “He meant to say he beat big pharma,” White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said in ... -
ABC News - Sports
Joey Estes goes the distance and Athletics beat Angels 5-0
Joey Estes pitched Oakland’s first individual shutout in more than three years and the Athletics beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-0 -
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Dart comes back to beat Boulter in deciding tie-break
Harriet Dart comes back from a set down to beat British compatriot Katie Boulter in a deciding third-set tie-break.