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Fourth of July celebrations may be more muted than you're expecting
BI spoke with Americans who feel like they're being forced to scale back on parties this year following Trump's tariffs.
China to impose duties of up to 34.9% on EU brandy, starting July 5
China's Commerce Ministry issued its final ruling on brandy originating in the European Union on Friday, implementing duties ...
Who’s the coolest person at your July 4 barbecue? They got six things goin’ on, according to a new study
An international team of researchers may have just cracked the code for what makes someone “cool.” And no matter ...
How the U.S.-China trade war could cut fireworks displays short this Fourth of July
The U.S. gets almost all of its fireworks from China, and the industry is warning that tariffs on Chinese imports could limit ...
Fireworks business booms this Fourth of July as trade talks fizzle out incoming supplies
Some fireworks companies warn tariffs could slow business ahead of America's 250th birthday in 2026. The American ...
Why hosting a July Fourth pool party may cost less this year
A market research company’s research shows that getting the gear to host a pool party costs less than it has in years.
How people are celebrating, protesting and traveling for July Fourth
This Independence Day may feel different for many Americans. Around the country, there are protests planned against Trump’s ...
Fireworks will light up this Fourth of July. Next year could be different if tariff talks fizzle
With nearly all of the aerial shells, paper rockets and sparkly fountains that fuel America’s Fourth of July celebrations ...
Why Your Fourth of July Fireworks May Be Disrupted — Next Year
The US is arguably never more dependent on China than on July 4, when the nation celebrates its rebellion against British ...
How might tariffs on China affect your fireworks purchases this Fourth of July?
Fireworks buffs may get less bang for their buck this Fourth of July due to the United States' ongoing tariff war with China, ...
Fireworks, hot dogs and gas: What costs more – or less – this Fourth of July weekend
This Fourth of July, millions of Americans will be hitting the road, feasting on barbecue fixings, while watching firework displays. Here’s how much it will all cost.