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July 4

Competitive Eating World Records: Could You Do That? (PHOTOS, POLL)

Huffington Post | Slideshow By David Vines | Posted 08.20.2009 | New York

Read More: Takeru Kobayashi, Competitive Eating, Slidepoll, Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, Joey Chestnut, Slideshow, July 4, Patrick Bartoletti, New York, Sonya Thomas, Competitive Eating World Records. Huffington Post, New York News

In the beginning of the month the world witnessed Joey Chestnut win the Nathan's 4th of July Hot Dog Eating Contest for the third time in a row. Chest...

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Spooked By Fireworks, Pets Fill Shelters

oregonlive.com | Doug Beghtel/the Oregonian | Posted 08.06.2009 | Green

Read More: Animl Shelters, 4th of July, July 4th Patriotism, Independence Day, July 4th, Firework Displyays, July 4, Animals, Fourth of July, Fireworks, Green News

Independence Day kicks off a busy period at the shelter as fireworks cause pets to bolt from yards or familiar surroundings....

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Biden Calls Saddam An "S.O.B." While Celebrating July 4 With Troops

AP | KIM GAMEL | Posted 08.04.2009 | World

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BAGHDAD — Vice President Joe Biden spent the Fourth of July with his son and other American troops in Iraq on Saturday, while the Iraqi governme...

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Eco-Friendly Fireworks For July 4

dsc.discovery.com | Posted 08.02.2009 | Green

Read More: Firecrackers, Independence Day, Eco-Friendly Fireworks, Eco-Friendly, Fireworks, July 4, American Independence, Firework, Green News

Now, scientists are working on a new generation of kinder, gentler pyrotechnics. While still explosive and dramatic, these fireworks produce less smok...

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Hot Dog Road Trip: A Patriotic Party Plan

Craig "Meathead" Goldwyn | Posted 08.01.2009 | Style

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If you're planning a cookout for this most patriotic of days, here's an opportunity to celebrate the American dream. Because hot dog culture is American history.

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How Will This Weekend's Fireworks Affect You?

Mother Nature Network | Posted 08.01.2009 | Green

Read More: Carbon Dioxide Emissions, Carbon Dioxide, July 4, Fourth of July, Pollution, Air Pollution, Fireworks, Fourth-of-July-Celebration, Toxins, Green News

Fourth of July fireworks unleash a shower of toxins into the soil and water, and scientists are only beginning to figure out what that means for human...

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Pursuing Happiness: Surprising Facts About the Declaration

Kenneth C. Davis | Posted 07.30.2009 | Living

Read More: Jefferson, Declaration of Independence, July 4, Independence Day, July 4th Patriotism, John-Adams-July-4, Living News
Kenneth C. Davis

No, Taco Bell did not buy the rights to the Liberty Bell -- that was a very successful April Fools Day joke. (Yes, they got me.)

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Iran Gets July 4 Invite From Obama

AP | MATTHEW LEE | Posted 07.02.2009 | Politics

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SAN PEDRO SULA, Honduras — In a new overture to Iran, the Obama administration has authorized U.S. embassies around the world to invite Iranian ...

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Defining "Patriotism" In A San Francisco Suburb

Natasha Chen | Posted 07.12.2008 | Home

Read More: Peace Action, San Mateo County, Hillary Clinton, John McCain, July 4, Foster City, Barack Obama, Home News
Natasha Chen

Marva Bush had never volunteered for a campaign before this year. "I never thought it could be so grassroots," she said. "I thought you had to be somebody to help out."

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What So Proudly We Hail (video)

Tom Gregory | Posted 07.12.2008 | Media

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Tom Gregory

Times may change but he American Flag remains undaunted, ready to solicit a tear of joy, surge of pride, or a blast of an anthem at her spot-lit presence.

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Ten Great American Flag Bikini Moments (PHOTOS)

Huffington Post | Posted 07.12.2008 | Entertainment

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HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY! In honor of the great American holiday, Huffington Post has pulled together a slideshow of some of entertainment's finest show...

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