Stars, Stripes & Safe Celebrations

At Hively, we're always on the hunt for the culture and tips to enrich this next life chapter. With Independence Day around the corner, we’re taking a festive detour—revisiting the real story behind July 4th, sharing essential safety tips to keep you (and your fingers) intact, and offering a movie list that brings the holiday spirit home.

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This Week’s Suggested Reading 📖

• The Story Behind July 4th
  From the Continental Congress vote on July 2 to the firework-filled holiday we know today, here’s how Independence Day evolved—and the quirky trivia that still surprises historians Click to read at History.com.

The Latest in Healthy Aging 🧠

• Firework Injuries: How to Stay Safe
  Emergency-room visits spike every Independence Day—Forbes reports 14,700 injuries and 11 deaths last year alone. Radiologist Dr. Omer Awan breaks down the burns, blast injuries, and eye trauma he sees most—and the three habits that prevent nearly all of them. Click to read at Forbes.com.

This Week’s Resource 🎉

• Fourth of July Movie Marathon🍿
  GQ’s definitive list spans heart-pumping blockbusters (Independence Day), classic Americana (Yankee Doodle Dandy), and even summer-thriller (Jaws)—perfect for sofa fireworks when it’s just too hot to head outside. Click to read at GQ.com.

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Hively Team