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Newport Beach, California, is trying to prevent a repeat of a July 4 weekend that drew thousands to the Balboa Peninsula after a social-media-driven “takeover,” leading to illegal fireworks, scuffles, looting, and more than 300 arrests—mostly among young, out-of-state visitors—prompting residents and city leaders to consider stricter measures to restore order and safety.
As America marks 250 years of independence, Taylor Swift’s Independence Day moment and Donald Trump’s patriotic rally weave a tale of two national figures whose showmanship defines the holiday as much as any policy, spotlighting the tension between celebrity-driven spectacle and foundational ideals during the July 4 weekend.
Minions & Monsters is tracking to a $64.5 million five-day opening over the July 4 weekend (about $39.5 million across the three-day frame), topping the box office but well below Despicable Me 4’s $120 million five-day start and Minions: The Rise of Gru’s $122 million. Toy Story 3 remains No. 2 with around $32 million, and overseas for Minions & Monsters is projected around $87 million. The film is the latest spin-off in the Despicable Me franchise, opening to strong audiences (A cinemascore and roughly 90% on Rotten Tomatoes) with critics praising its satirical humor and dense visual gags.
New York City is preparing a busy Fourth of July weekend to celebrate its 250th birthday, featuring the Sail4th tall-ship parades, Macy’s fireworks display, a rumored Taylor Swift wedding at Madison Square Garden, a World Cup match at MetLife Stadium, and an approaching heat wave, with heightened security, transit guidance, and cooling centers to keep residents and visitors safe.