Mysterious explosions are being heard at all hours just east of Charlotte in Union County, and the sheriff there is searching for a source.

While ringing in 2026, fine particle levels potentially left from exploding fireworks spiked in these locations.

On Jan. 1, 1903, President Theodore Roosevelt and First Lady Edith Roosevelt opened the White House to show off the ...

Experts says veterans may fear the loud sounds of fireworks and crowd noises. Bringing back trauma from past events.

Fireworks make the brain go into a fight-or-flight response, which increases stress hormones. She says fireworks can act as triggers, eliciting memories linked to past trauma, particularly experiences ...

Create a secure, safe space away from the front door where your pet cannot escape. Choose a quiet room, close curtains to ...

New Year's Eve fireworks can trigger anxiety for veterans, special needs individuals and pets Local advocates share coping ...

Fireworks can be overwhelming for some veterans. Fireworks light up the sky to celebrate a new year. For some veterans, the ...

HONG KONG (AP) — Fireworks are typically a celebratory centerpiece of Hong Kong’s New Year celebrations. Not this year. The ...

Pet owners can help their furry friends stay calm during New Year's Eve by keeping them indoors, providing a safe haven, ...

ATHENS, Greece — Greece and Cyprus are starting 2026 by turning down the volume. The countries' capital cities, Athens and ...

Greece and Cyprus are welcoming 2026 with quieter New Year celebrations, replacing booming fireworks with low-noise ...