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July 4th sale: Read for $20Billed as $20 for the first year, then $140/year. Pricing subject to change. Cancel anytime. → PUBLISHED BY READ ONLINE | SIGN UP   Celebrations for America’s 250th begin amid heat and political division  (Nathan Howard/Reuters) Despite sweltering heat, heavy security and brewing protests, thousands were expected to descend on the nation’s capital for the historic anniversary. By John Woodrow Cox and Layli Nazarova Read more   Each American flag starts with thread. Here’s how they’re made.   Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding, the ultimate Swiftian experience   6 science-backed tips for staying hydrated in the summer heat   Opinion  Colleen Shogan George Washington failed before he succeeded   Trump pardons a major donor and violators of the Clean Air Act   Column  Michelle Singletary 5 money lies you need to stop telling yourself right now   A year in, here’s how Trump’s tax law is affecting your budget   Iran’s regime survived the war and is now savvier, ruthless and more hard-line   In Tehran, huge throngs mourn assassinated supreme leader Ali Khamenei   ADVERTISEMENT   As blazes rage out West, federal firefighters describe a mounting strain   Beyond Camp Mystic, survivors of Texas floods struggle to move forward   A long-planned LGBT cruise has been blocked from stopping in Turkey   Avoid these 8 foreign currency mistakes to save money when traveling   Column  Monica Hesse The story behind Rob Reiner’s posthumous cameo in Larry David’s new show   ADVERTISEMENT   How the National Zoo is keeping animals cool in the extreme heat   Column  Carolyn Hax Okay to nag a huge favor out of mom, to help fretful mother-in-law?   TAKE A GAME BREAK News quiz: Test your knowledge in today’s On the Record. Word game: One word to spell ’em all! Can you solve today’s Keyword in 6 guesses? Crossword: It’s time to solve! Play now. Wridges: Speed and spell your way up to a high score in our newest game.   America at 250 See how Americans are celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary  (Ken Cedeno/Reuters) Fireworks, parades and celebrations in photos from around the country. By Washington Post staff Read more   Is America celebrating the wrong anniversary? John Adams thought so.   George Washington helped forge the nation. Photos show how his spirit endures.   YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE The 7 Catch up quickly with a rundown of the 7 most important and interesting stories. Sign up ➝     You received this email because you signed up for this newsletter or because it is included in your subscription. Manage newsletters | Unsubscribe 1301 K St NW, Washington DC 20071 DOWNLOAD OUR APP      ©2026 The Washington Post | Privacy Policy | Help & Contact