The 4th of July parade from Washington DC in celebration of Independence Day. Marites Buenafe, originally from Kentucky, told her family she'd disembarked from the Norwegian Bliss for a hike. She never came back to the ship. The girl plunged 45ft from the vessel’s fourth deck but it was not initially clear what caused her fall

What is July 4 all about in the USA? On July 4, 2025, the United States of America (USA) commemorates Independence Day, marking 249 years since the nation's founding and its declaration of independence from British rule in 1776.

The Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day, is a celebration of freedom, unity, and patriotism across the United States. As we approach July 4, 2024, Americans are gearing up for a spectacular array of events and festivities.