‘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. How 1 immigrant high schooler soared, despite detainmentTRENTON, N.J. — He was born on the Fourth of July, an irony he would only appreciate later, during the dark period of his life, when liberty and freedom became far more than mere words in his high school history book. “Girls from Ames” chronicles evolution of longtime friendships of 11 women from Midwest townDES MOINES, Iowa — A year before it became a best seller, author Jeffrey Zaslow wondered if all the time he’d put into his book about the longtime friendship of 11 women would be wasted. Neil Diamond to perform with Boston Pops at 4th of July concert and fireworksBOSTON — Boston’s Fourth of July celebration will include a performance by Neil Diamond, whose “Sweet Caroline” is an anthem of sorts for Red Sox fans. AP News in BriefNorth Korea fires 7 ballistic missiles off eastern coast, flouting UN resolutions |