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Originally Published 11 days ago — by ABC7 New York
Thousands celebrated New Year's Eve in Times Square with the traditional ball drop, marking the start of 2026 and the launch of America250, a national initiative for the country's 250th anniversary, featuring performances, confetti, and patriotic displays, alongside the swearing-in of New York City's first Muslim mayor, Zohran Mamdani.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by ABC7 New York
The article provides a comprehensive overview of New Year's Eve celebrations in Times Square, including the history of the Ball Drop, details of this year's event, the special 2026 celebration marking America's 250th anniversary, and related festivities and logistics.
Originally Published 15 days ago — by OregonLive.com
The Times Square New Year’s Eve ball will drop twice in 2026, once on New Year’s Eve and again on July 3, to celebrate the U.S. 250th anniversary, with extensive nationwide events planned to mark the occasion.
Originally Published 16 days ago — by ABC News
The 2026 New Year's Eve celebration in Times Square will feature a special redesigned ball and confetti to honor America's 250th anniversary, with a second ball drop on July 3, 2026, in celebration of Independence Day, marking the country's semiquincentennial.
Originally Published 16 days ago — by ABC7 New York
Times Square will feature a patriotic celebration for New Year's Eve and a special ball drop in July 2026 to mark the US's 250th birthday, including multiple nationwide events and initiatives like America Gives and a float in the Rose Parade, aiming to unite and inspire the nation.
Originally Published 16 days ago — by ABC News
Times Square will feature a patriotic red, white, and blue ball drop for New Year's Eve 2026, marking the start of nationwide celebrations for the U.S. 250th birthday, including a second ball drop in July and numerous events to unite the nation.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by America250
America250 welcomes the launch of Freedom 250, which will help fund initiatives for America's 250th birthday, aiming to engage all Americans in nationwide celebrations and patriotic programming.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by AP News
Melania Trump unveiled the White House holiday decorations with a theme of 'Home Is Where the Heart Is,' featuring patriotic symbols and honoring military families, while also celebrating the upcoming 250th anniversary of American independence amidst ongoing renovations.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CNN
President Donald Trump is planning a new triumphal arch in Washington, DC, to commemorate the country's 250th anniversary, reflecting his personal aesthetic and real estate background, with the design inspired by France's Arc de Triomphe and situated near Arlington National Cemetery. The project is in progress, with construction timing and funding details yet to be determined.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Axios
President Trump announced that a UFC fight will be held at the White House on June 14, coinciding with his 80th birthday and the celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the United States, although details are still emerging.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by NPR
President Trump announced plans to host a UFC fight on the White House grounds in 2026 as part of celebrations for America's 250th birthday, with up to 25,000 attendees, highlighting his longstanding connection to UFC and plans for nationwide events commemorating the nation's history.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
President Donald Trump proposed hosting a UFC fight on the White House grounds as part of the celebration for America's 250th birthday, with details to be handled by UFC CEO Dana White, though specifics remain unclear.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Variety
President Donald Trump announced that the White House will host a UFC championship fight in 2026 as part of the U.S. 250th anniversary celebrations, with plans to construct an octagon on the White House grounds for the event, which aims to foster national pride and shared experiences.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by BBC
The White House will host a UFC championship fight next year to celebrate 250 years of American independence, announced by President Donald Trump, highlighting his long-standing connection with UFC and plans for a series of national events.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Guardian
Donald Trump celebrated the passage of his tax and spending bill during a rally in Iowa, framing it as a gift to America on the eve of the 4th of July, while also promoting upcoming celebrations for the country's 250th anniversary, including a UFC fight at the White House and various patriotic events, amidst a divisive political climate.