Independence Day

sun.com     04-Jul-2008            

Today is Independence Day in the US. Families and friends gather together to barbecue, swim, play sports, picnic in parks, eat watermelon, enjoy each other's company, and watch fireworks displays. The founders of this country fought for people to be able to think freely and pursue their beliefs without repercussions. Today, I honor Amaury Rodríguez Pérez, a developer and NetBeans fan from Cuba, who, because of US export laws, is unable to freely download NetBeans. My hope is that one day the political issues between our two countries will be healed. Hope for equality, liberty and justice around the world. Amaury and his son Adrian showing off the NetBeans 6 and Translation Team... [read full story]                    

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''Welcome America'' in Full Swing

kyw1060.com     03-Jul-2008          

by KYW's Hadas Kuznits Welcome America festivities are underway, with the biggest events happening in Philadelphia this weekend . Melanie Johnson with Welcome America says even though Welcome America events have been going on...                    

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Independence Day Festivities Heat Up

kyw1060.com     03-Jul-2008          

by KYW's Hadas Kuznits ''Welcome America'' festivities are underway, with the biggest events happening in Philadelphia this weekend . Melanie Johnson with ''Welcome America'' says even though special events have been going on...                    

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The city welcomes and celebrates America

courierpostonline.com     03-Jul-2008          

CourierPOstOnline.com • July 4, 2008 It'll be nearly impossible to get through Philadelphia this week without finding one of the Welcome America! events happening. From ice cream festivals to fireworks to concerts to historical...                    

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Happy Independence Day from Autoblog

autoblog.com     04-Jul-2008          

Photo: tobyleah | Licensed under Creative Commons 2.0We understand that many of you may be busy today, hanging with friends and family, tossing back a few cold ones, and eating in such a manner as to accelerate the onset of...                    

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Independence Day Alternatives

bostonist.com     04-Jul-2008          

Fireworks photo tagged Bostonist by Aero Racer E on Flickr Here are some more most-awesome modes of non-traditional celebration of an American tradition. Did that make sense? Probably not. Regardless: Fire It Up (Not the Grill)...                    

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How To Save Money By Making Your Own Homemade Fireworks

mymoneyblog.com     04-Jul-2008          

First, you will need to find some industrial fertilizer and plain sugar to make some flash powder. Next, you should make sure your fire extinguisher is properly maintained and filled. Okay, so I’m kidding. Perhaps we should...                    

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Have a blast on Independence Day

reflector.com     04-Jul-2008          

Want a way to celebrate Independence Day that doesn't involve a bunch of people at your house? Then head out with your friends to one, or many, of these July Fourth events being held from here to Raleigh to the Atlantic coast....                    

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Kansas City Area Fireworks

451press.com     04-Jul-2008          

Happy 4th of July Everyone! Now that the 4th is here you are probably beginning to wonder exactly where you'll hang out for the night to watch those awesome fireworks displays right? Not sure where any are, that's okay I've got...                    

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The Independence Day

typepad.com     04-Jul-2008          

Three years ago I was with a group of teachers on a boat at Coeur d'Alene Lake in Idaho, sharing good times with some American friends from that area on their Independence Day, July 4th. It was so nice to share with people...                    

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Happy Independence Day!

michellemalkin.com     04-Jul-2008          

My internet connection is spotty this morning for some reason, so let me put up a quick wish for a Happy Independence Day to all of you–and let me thank again all the troops who are fighting to keep us that way. One note of...                    

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