In the earliest days of the United States, John Adams wrote to his wife Abigail about the celebration of independence, “It ...

Fireworks represent a mix of science and art, and their colors and striking effects are the result of applied chemistry and ...

For many people around the world, the very first moments of the new year will be filled with the sounds and colorful light shows of fireworks. From loud bangs to long whistles, bright reds to pale ...

For the past 30-plus years, Norma Salazar’s countdown to the new year includes making sure her lawn is watered and free of fallen leaves and other debris that could pose a fire hazard. It’s part of ...