Fascinating facts about Francis Scott Key, the writing of what would become America's national anthem, and the War of 1812 ...

Among the world’s best-known national anthems, “The Star-Spangled ... stanza of verses he subsequently called “Defense of Fort McHenry.” The poem was initially printed anonymously, and as the newly ...

Among the world’s best-known national anthems, “The Star-Spangled Banner” (1814) emerged out of a welter of patriotic musical activity during the decades following our victorious conclusion ...

Upholding Tennessee’s law banning hormone therapies and other treatments for trans youth alone relied on legal gymnastics and revived a long-discredited opinion from the 1970s.

The original Star-Spangled Banner, which flew over Fort McHenry in 1814 and inspired the words of our National Anthem, installed into place in Flag Hall of the National Museum of History and ...

Celebrate the Fourth of July at one of the main fireworks displays planned in Orange County.

Inspired by the sight of the American flag after battle, Francis Scott Key wrote “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Its vivid imagery captured the spirit of survival, symbolizing the nation's push ...

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An Atlanta area Whataburger is transforming into a "Wittaburger" in celebration of All-Star Bobby Witt, Jr. Here's the details.

Auburn star Tahaad Pettiford is stepping into a leadership role with the Tigers as he enters his sophomore season.