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July Fourth gas prices to hit lowest level in four years as 72.2 million expected to travel
Washington Examiner
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July 3, 2025
Gas prices in the United States are dipping to their lowest numbers since 2021 as a record 72.2 million Americans are preparing to hit the road for the Fourth of July this weekend.The nationwide average for a gallon of gas is currently $3.14,...
Farewell to the king of aloha
Noosa Today
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July 9, 2025
What would you expect from the greatest surf showman of them all but a record-breaking turnout for the final Australian farewell for Jack McCoy at Sydney’s Palm Beach last weekend! I didn’t make it down for Midget Farrelly’s paddle-out on the same...
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Maggie Q on Her 'Zen' Mornings — and Why She Sleeps Separately From Her Partner (Exclusive)
People - New York
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For Maggie Q, mornings are all about peace and quiet — and dogs. The actress, 46, who stars in Prime Video's new police procedural series Ballard, a spin-off of the hit show Bosch, and which premieres July 9, lives part time in her native Hawaii...
This dreamy island in BC has 1 km of 'fine white sand beach' and tropical-like water
Narcity
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July 2, 2025
If you want to feel like you're on a tropical vacation this year, without leaving Canada, this tiny island in B.C. is your best bet. It's a ferry trip away from Vancouver, and has velvety white sand, clear turquoise water, and incredible views all...
Holiday Travel: The Airports To Avoid This July 4th
Simple Flying
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July 3, 2025
Airports across the country traditionally see a spike in traffic around the US Independence Day holiday. In 2025, with July 4th falling on a Friday, the number of people taking to the skies is expected to be higher than ever. Large hub airports...
Yes, You Can Get Wi-Fi on a Plane: Here's How for Your Summer Travels
CNET
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July 2, 2025
Free in-flight Wi-Fi is becoming increasingly common, largely thanks to efforts from satellite internet providers. Whether you're staying on top of travel plans, keeping your kids entertained during a long flight or catching up on Love Island...
410,000 Idahoans To Travel for 4th of July Weekend
Big Country News Connection - Washington State
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BOISE - As 410,000 Idahoans set out on a 4th of July vacation, AAA warns travelers to expect record crowds both on the roads and at the airport. Overall, 72.2 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more for the holiday – 1.7 million people more...
Work begins on region’s first-of-its-kind surf park
Gulf Daily News Online
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Surfing – CONSTRUCTION work has officially begun in Bahrain on the first-of-its-kind surf park in the Middle East and North Africa (Mena) region. Edamah, the real estate arm of Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company, and GFH Financial Group, held a...
Castle Rock man dead in presumed drowning after scuba diving in Hawaii
KRDO - Colorado
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July 2, 2025
HILO, Hawaii (KRDO) -- The Hawaii Police Department says a Castle Rock man has died, possibly from drowning, while visiting the island with family. Police say that 51-year-old Greg Durocher died after scuba diving lessons. According to police,...
12 of America’s Most Dangerous Hikes
Mental Floss
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July 2, 2025
Hiking is one of America’s most accessible adventures, but it’s also deceptively dangerous. An estimated 58 million Americans take a hike each year, and the number keeps growing—fueled by social media and a desire for fresh air pursuits. But while...
Long weekend set to see major travel for 4th of July
WYDC - New York
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Over this year's extended Independence Day travel period, AAA is projecting a record-breaking 72 million Americans will travel more than 50 miles from home. Despite the rush, some residents in Corning say they're staying local to enjoy the town’s...
AAA predicts record-breaking travel over July 4 holiday
InsideNoVa - Virginia
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AAA projects 72.2 million people will travel at least 50 miles or more from home over the Independence Day holiday. This year’s domestic travel forecast is an increase of 1.7 million travelers compared to last year and 7 million more than in 2019,...
AAA forecasts record travel surge for Fourth of July weekend
WGRZ - New York
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July 2, 2025
AAA predicts record-breaking Fourth of July travel with 72.2 million Americans on the move. BUFFALO, N.Y. — With the Fourth of July holiday fast approaching, AAA is forecasting a record-breaking travel period, with 72.2 million Americans expected...
Once Known as ‘Dirty Myrtle,’ Myrtle Beach Now Fastest-Growing Metro for Seniors
Insurance Journal
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July 2, 2025
A South Carolina beach town once nicknamed “Dirty Myrtle” because of its rowdy nightclubs and strip joints has become a magnet for retirees in a nation that continues to age. The number of residents age 65 years and older in the Myrtle Beach...
From Beach To The Street: Why Makeshift Sarongs Are Everywhere
Harper's Bazaar
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July 2, 2025
At Spring 2026 Paris Men’s Fashion Week, Julian Klausner debuted his inaugural menswear collection for Dries Van Noten to the tune of soft tailoring, sequined tank tops, and cinched waists. Of the most notable takeaways—and there were many—one...
Fireworks Near Me: Long Beach July 4th 2025 Events
Patch
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July 2, 2025
LONG BEACH, CA — Independence Day falls on a Friday in 2025, kicking off a star-spangled three-day weekend packed with fireworks, festivals and other Fourth of July fun in and around Long Beach. To help you fit it all in on your 4th of July...
In Loving Memory of Creola Violet “Oma” Loyd
The Pocahontas Times - West Virginia
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July 9, 2025
Valedictorian • Trailblazer • Matriarch • Transportation Corps Legend Born and raised in the mountains of Pocahontas County, Creola V. Loyd – known lovingly to many as “Oma” – was a woman who lived with quiet strength, fierce devotion and a deep...
‘I have no shame in openly weeping in airports.’ Travelers brace for Fourth of July holiday crush
Los Angeles Times
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July 2, 2025
There was a blissful calm in Terminal 7 at Los Angeles International Airport around 5 a.m. Wednesday, when travelers heading out of town early for the Fourth of July could drop off their bags quickly and get to their gate in short order. Traffic...
51-year-old Castle Rock man dead after scuba diving in Hawaii
Denver Post - Colorado
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July 2, 2025
A Colorado man in Hawaii returned from scuba diving complaining of difficulty breathing. Moments later, he became unresponsive and was pronounced dead by medics. Hawaii Police are investigating the death as a possible drowning, according to a news...
6 gas stations in cities throughout Honolulu County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending June 28
Honolulu Reporter - Hawaii
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July 2, 2025
There were six gas stations in cities across Honolulu County selling premium gas at the lowest price of $4.09 per gallon in the week ending June 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com. The average reported cost of premium gas...