Trump’s UFC arena towers over the White House as new photo shows scope of event ^29%

The Independent - By Isabel Keane - 6/1/2026, 12:48 PM

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The massive UFC ring that President Donald Trump ordered to celebrate his birthday — and the 250th anniversary of the nation — is now towering over the White House. Construction began last week ahead of UFC Freedom 250, which will be held at the White House on June 14 to honor the nation’s 250th birthday and Trump’s 80th. UFC on... more

New Year's Eve bash in Times Square will feature second ball drop ^0%

Gothamist - By Hannah Frishberg - 12/26/2025, 9:25 PM

For the first time in the tradition’s 120-year history, the Times Square ball will drop twice this New Year’s Eve. The first drop will be at midnight, as usual, to ring in 2026. Drop number two will take place at 12:04 a.m. to honor America’s 250th anniversary. For the second drop, the Constellation Ball – the brand new, 12,350-pound,... more