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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1914, The US Navy launches the USS Nevada (BB-36) as its first standard-type battleship. In 1922, The Hollywood Bowl opens. In 1924, Oscar Wyatt, American businessman was born. In 1943, Peter Jensen, Australian metropolitan was born. In 1962, First transatlantic satellite television transmission. In 1963, Lisa Rinna, American actress and talk show host was born. In 1977, Brandon Short, American football player and sportscaster was born. In 2004, Laurance Rockefeller, American financier and philanthropist (born 1910) passed away. In 2014, John Seigenthaler, American journalist and academic (born 1927) passed away. In 2020, Marc Angelucci, American attorney and men's rights activist, Vice-president of the National Coalition for Men (born 1968) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

America250 Hosts L.A. Benefit Show for Giving 4th

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July 5, 2026

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America250 Chair Rosie Rios joins 'Off the Clock' to preview America's Block Party at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. The star-studded 4th of July celebration marks America's 250th anniversary. She shares what families can expect-- from live music, fireworks, and a drone spectacular to the new Giving 4th initiative, encouraging Americans to make giving back part of their Independence Day tradition.

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The Hollywood Reporter

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· Jul 3, 2026

Inside ABC News’ July 4 Plan to Pull Off “The Longest Commercial Broadcast in the History of TV”

From a light show and Brandi Carlile performance at the Statue of Liberty to a July 4 bash in Nashville, and visits to all 50 states and the seven natural wonders of America in between, ABC is going big for America's 250th.

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· Jun 29, 2026

Disney Celebrates America: What to expect on July 3 and 4 as ABC marks America's 250th anniversary

Disney Celebrates America: What to expect on July 3 and 4 as ABC marks America's 250th anniversary

Mashable

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· Jul 3, 2026

July 4th fireworks livestreams: See the best Independence Day fireworks live

USA's 250th anniversary is providing even more 4th of July show streaming options than usual. Here's what to watch.

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· Jul 7, 2026

Mariska Hargitay and More Stars Who Were Named Emmy Hosts Through the Years

TV’s biggest night has been hosted by many notable Hollywood names over the years. Comedians like Stephen Colbert have been successful in hosting the show over the years. In the past, cast members and alum from Saturday Night Live have stepped up to the plate. Eddie Murphy hosted in 1983 alongside fellow comedian Joan Rivers, []

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· Jun 26, 2026

Famous birthdays for June 26: Derek Jeter, Chris O'Donnell

Famous birthdays for June 26: Derek Jeter, Chris O'Donnell

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· Jun 23, 2026

WATCH: Ellie Costello and Alex Armstrong hail GB News viewers at the TRIC Awards

GB News presenters Ellie Costello and Alex Armstrong speak to Entertainment Editor Alex Davies at this year's TRIC Awards, after being nominated for Best News Programme for the fourth year running.Alex told GB News: We've got the best viewers in the world, haven't we? The most loyal viewers, the best viewers and of course, they've supported Breakfast for so many years with Ellie and all the other members of breakfast. We can't do it without them.WATCH ABOVE. Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter

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Related coverage for "America250 Hosts L.A. Benefit Show for Giving 4th": The Hollywood Reporter — Inside ABC News’ July 4 Plan to Pull Off “The Longest Commercial Broadcast in the History of TV”. ABC7 New York — Disney Celebrates America: What to expect on July 3 and 4 as ABC marks America's 250th anniversary . Mashable — July 4th fireworks livestreams: See the best Independence Day fireworks live. Us Weekly — Mariska Hargitay and More Stars Who Were Named Emmy Hosts Through the Years. UPI — Famous birthdays for June 26: Derek Jeter, Chris O'Donnell. GB News — WATCH: Ellie Costello and Alex Armstrong hail GB News viewers at the TRIC Awards