The story behind the "Old Glory" nickname for the American flag dates back to a 19th-century ship captain, who proudly protected the flag from Confederate forces during the Civil War ...

The U.S. is one of the largest trading nations in the world. Mexico, China, Canada, Germany, and Japan are its largest sources of goods from overseas.

Why do we set off fireworks on the 4th of July? Fireworks became a part of Independence Day celebrations the very first year the anniversary was celebrated, according to the channel.

Why do we set off fireworks on the 4th of July? Fireworks became a part of Independence Day celebrations the very first year the anniversary was celebrated, according to the channel.

So despite the success of HIV drugs and PrEP, precarious health-care systems and high drug costs mean we can’t rely on them to bring an end to the ongoing global HIV pandemic.