China clears downtown Beijing for massive parade to mark 60 years of communist ruleBEIJING — Downtown Beijing was virtually closed Wednesday, with police blocking off Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and other popular tourist landmarks in preparation for an extravaganza to mark 60 years of communist rule. ‘Biggest and best’ fireworks show promised in NYC as Independence Day celebrated around USNEW YORK — The Fourth of July weekend is shaping up as a celebration for Americans watching fireworks around the country — and for three elephants and a turtle. President Obama celebrates Independence Day, daughter Malia’s 11th birthday on SaturdayWASHINGTON — With a fireworks show and a picnic at the White House, President Barack Obama leads the nation in observing Independence Day. Stand operators hope recession will mean strong ‘backyard fireworks’ sales for Fourth of JulyMARYSVILLE, Wash. — Even in a scorched economy, there’s still some money to burn. Must-see fireworks: From Vegas to Rushmore to Cape CodNEW YORK — The recession has forced the cancellation of fireworks displays in a number of places around the country like Blue Springs, Mo., and Mesa, Ariz. But many of the biggest and best-known displays will be nearly as spectacular as ever. Hudson River to be scene of Macy’s July 4 fireworks 400 years after Henry Hudson’s NY voyageNEW YORK — One of the nation’s largest July Fourth fireworks shows will be held on the Hudson River this year to celebrate the 400th anniversary of English explorer Henry Hudson’s voyage to New York. |
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