Veterans Day was initially called Armistice Day and honored the soldiers of World War I. Today it has expanded to celebrate ...

Initially meant to honor the veterans of WWI, the day was later expanded to honor all veterans that have served —whether in ...

Veterans Day will be celebrated on Nov. 11, 2025. Many schools and companies will also be closed Monday in observation of the ...

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For many, Labor Day simply signifies the end of summer and it offers a great excuse for an extended weekend. However, there’s a deeper meaning behind the national holiday, which has roots as far back ...

Just as Memorial Day unofficially marks the start of summer for many, Labor Day is often seen as marking its end. Now that Independence Day has passed, Labor Day will prompt the next three-day weekend ...

Tyler Edwards looks at the history of Guy Fawkes and the failed Gunpowder Plot.

Veterans Day arose from Armistice Day, a holiday held annually to mark the end of World War I. The Allies and Germany signed ...