Washington DC1 day agoEx-Olympian pleads not guilty to Reflecting Pool vandalism chargesA former US Olympian canoeist denies accusations that he deliberately damaged the lining of the refurbished Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.1 day ago6 days agoUS marks 250th birthday with fireworks, flyovers and extreme weatherUS President Donald Trump's speech included some of his political agenda but also honoured war veterans and American history.6 days ago6 days agoScorching heat and delays: How Washington DC marked America 250The United States of America marked its 250th birthday with fireworks, flyovers, some intense weather across the country.6 days ago6 days agoFireworks, flyovers and a 'really long' Trump speech ahead as US celebrates 250thThe celebrations in the US capital will feature 850,000 fireworks, a "really long" speech from the president and scorching temperatures.6 days ago2 Jul 2026Former Olympian indicted for allegedly vandalising Washington Reflecting PoolUS authorities charged him with property destruction after renovations championed by President Donald Trump appeared to go awry. 2 Jul 20262 Jul 2026'America's 250th birthday is our 50th wedding anniversary'Roger Lieb and Bonnie Taff tell the BBC what it was like to have their wedding on 4 July 1976, America's bicentennial. 2 Jul 202626 Jun 2026Reflecting Pool liner cut with sharp knife or razor, National Park Service saysEarlier in the week Donald Trump blamed vandals for "a 300 foot long gash" in the pool and accused someone of putting fertiliser in the water.26 Jun 202625 Jun 2026'It increases my pride' - Great American State Fair kicks off in WashingtonThe 16-day event features attractions from all 50 states and is part of the country's 250th celebration.25 Jun 202625 Jun 2026Thousands gather for the Great American State FairThe rally on the National Mall is one of a range of events planned by Donald Trump to celebrate America's 250th year of independence.25 Jun 2026...
