July is the first full month of the summer season. With it comes a host of delights like backyard cookouts, lazy beach days, driving with the windows down (and summer songs turned all the way up) and, of course, Independence Day, which falls on Friday, July 4, this year. 　　If...

　　In recent years, Juneteenth festivities have become more commonplace as awareness has spread about the importance of the annual holiday. 　　Celebrated each year on June 19, Juneteenth is known as a commemoration of freedom and honors the end of slavery in the United States after the Civil War. 　　The holiday...

　　In 2025, Juneteenth falls on Thursday, June 19. The annual commemoration is observed in recognition of June 19, 1865, the historic day in which Major General Gordon Granger rode into Galveston, Texas, carrying a decree that ended the practice of slavery. 　　Though enslaved persons had been freed by the Emancipation...

　　This summer marks four years since Juneteenth was officially declared a federal holiday. 　　Otherwise known as Juneteenth National Independence Day, the holiday is associated with the end of slavery in the United States following the Civil War. That's because on June 19, 1865, Major General Gordon Granger and his troops...

　　This year, Independence Day falls on Friday, July 4. Whatever fun plans you've got on the calendar to celebrate the federal holiday —whether it's taking the family to see fireworks or attending a red, white and blue party, make sure to take plenty of pics, then post them on Instagram...

　　Independence Day falls on Friday, July 4, this year. The annual holiday marks the day the United States declared its independence from England in 1776, which means that America will celebrate 249 years of freedom in 2025. 　　However you plan to mark the day, whether it’s by attending a local...

　　There's something special about the bond between a father and his daughter. To her, he's the first guy she'll ever love. And to him? She'll forever be his little girl. 　　To capture the nature of that one-of-a-kind relationship, we've gathered our favorite father-daughter quotes to use for Father's Day or...

　　Stepdads are something special. Whether they’ve been there from the beginning, or enter later in life, they’re irreplaceable in the family and in the heart. That’s because, like the name suggests, they often “step” in when they’re needed the most. 　　If there’s a stepfather you’d like to recognize this Father’s...

　　Did you ever wonder how pigs wake up their dad on Father’s Day? With plenty of hogs and kisses, naturally. What about this one: My dad said he wanted something groundbreaking for Father’s Day. So I got him a shovel. 　　Or, have you ever wondered when a joke becomes a...

　　Dads deserve love and recognition every day of the year, but especially on Father's Day. Falling on Sunday, June 15 this year, the holiday serves as an opportunity to show a special dad just how much you appreciate him on his big day. 　　Whether you plan a thoughtful Father's Day...

　　However you choose to observe Pride this year, you may be wondering when the recognition begins, ends, why Pride Month is commemorated in June, important dates on the Pride calendar, as well as learning where and when some of the most notable marches and events are occurring across the U.S....

　　Pride Month is official here, bringing events, marches, parades, festivities and remembrances dedicated to the LGBTQ community to U.S. cities and countries throughout the world. 　　The annual commemoration recognizes those who identify as members of the LGBTQ community, as well as their supporters and allies. 　　Pride Month events typically culminate...

　　Sunday, June 15 is Father's Day. While you should celebrate your dad the other 364 days of the year, it's especially important to let him know how much you love and appreciate him on his big day. 　　Whoever you're honoring this year, whether it be your dad, stepdad, grandpa, husband,...