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Hindustan Times
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Famous Memorial Day events in Chicago, New York, Houston, LA and Philadelphia
Memorial Day weekend has arrived, with cities throughout the United States preparing for a tribute to fallen veterans and their courage and sacrifice for this country. It is also a time to be with family, to unofficially welcome the summer season, and for communities to come together. If you live in Chicago, New York, Houston, Los Angeles, or Philadelphia, here are some of the major happenings near where you live. Chicago has one of the largest Memorial Day Parades in the country, and it begins right after a wreath-laying ceremony downtown. Veterans, and city officials along with marching bands will participate. Later that night, Navy Pier will host a fireworks spectacle over Lake Michigan, which attracts a large local and tourist crowd. There will also be smaller events and live music throughout the holiday weekend. In New York, the big event is Jones Beach Air Show just outside the city. It is a crowd favorite with thrilling aerial performances from military and civilian pilots. It is free to attend (only $10 for parking) with hundreds of thousands of spectators every year, as reported by CBS news report. Local neighborhoods throughout NYC will have individual Memorial Day parades, so keep an eye out for concerts and performances throughout the boroughs. Houston is combining new tradition and community spirit. Local businessman "Mattress Mack" is once again giving away mattresses to veterans which has become a type of semi-local tradition, as cited by Click2houston report. Also Read: Memorial Day weekend weather: Complete forecast of storms, tornadoes and showers On Monday the city will host a Memorial Day 5K and 10K race. The proceeds typically go towards veterans' organizations. You will also find events such as patriotic concerts and fireworks in The Woodlands and other nearby neighborhoods. Los Angeles is all about culture and remembrance. The JazzReggae Festival at UCLA brings music lovers together for two days of amazing live music performances, and the Valley Greek Festival is another culture-food-based event with traditional food, tune, and dancing. In Philadelphia, Memorial Day is remembering the past and reflection. Many people will attend a Memorial Day parade, and some will stop to visit Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. [It is, after all], a meaningful way to commemorate the sacrifices of today's service members to this country. Also throughout the city, there will be neighborhood festivals with food, music, and family fun, as reported by Visitphilly. Expect crowds this weekend, especially around parade routes and event locations. If you venture out this weekend, leave early, check transit schedules, and take water since it will be busy the next few days. Whether you find yourself at a parade, watching fireworks, or simply having a good holiday weekend with family; Memorial Day is a time to remember what matters and the people who sacrificed everything for it.
Hindustan Times
24-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Verizon seeks FCC approval to lock phones for 6 months: Here's what you need to know
Verizon may soon make it harder for customers to switch carriers or unlock their phones early. The company is reportedly seeking approval from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Trump administration to extend its device lock period from the current 60 days to six months. If approved, the change would align Verizon with AT&T's policy and further tighten restrictions compared to competitors like T-Mobile, which already enforces a 12-month lock on prepaid devices. Also Read: What time is Jones Beach Air Show? A look at performance lineup and how and where to watch grand event Verizon argues that extending the lock period is necessary to deter phone theft and fraud, which ultimately harms teh customers. The company's petition stated, 'The Unlocking Rule applies only to particular providers—mainly Verizon—and distorts the marketplace in a critical US industry." It further read, 'he rule has resulted in unintended consequences that harm consumers, competition, and Verizon, while propping up international criminal organizations that profit from fraud, including device trafficking of subsidized devices from the United States. These bad actors target and harm American consumers and US carriers like Verizon for their own profit, by diverting unlocked trafficked devices to consumers in foreign countries,' as reported by Tom's Guide. Verizon also argued that after the purchase of TracFone, a 'sharp increase" was observed in the number of TracFone devices being deactivated before customers had completed the payments needed to cover the subsidized cost of the phones. Also Read: What restaurants are open on Memorial Day 2025? McDonald's, Chick-fil-A, Starbucks, and more Interestingly, Verizon's push marks a shift in direction for the smartphone industry, as the FCC under President Biden had previously considered a proposal to standardize the unlock period across all carriers at 60 days. However, that will not be happening as highlighted by Ars Technica since the new FCC chairman Brendan Carr is focused on deregulation. The news might come as a huge disappointment to Verizon consumers, especially because the company was a favourite mainly because of its shorter unlock window.
CBS News
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Jones Beach Air Show returns for 2025 this Memorial Day Weekend. See the schedule.
The Jones Beach Air Show is back for 2025 on Long Island. The Memorial Day Weekend tradition will feature the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and many other military performers. The holiday weekend also signals the unofficial start of summer, and the upcoming concerts at Jones Beach Theater. What time is the Jones Beach Air Show? The show will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 24 and Sunday, May 25. A practice session was scheduled to start at 10 a.m. Friday, as long as the weather cooperates. "Please keep in mind that today is a rehearsal. The decision to fly is at the discretion of the pilot in command and not guaranteed," organizers wrote online. Admission for the weekend is free, but parking costs $10. Thunderbirds schedule 2025 The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds are the headliner for this year's Four Leaf Air Show in Wantagh. They will be joined by the U.S. Army Golden Knights Parachute Team, along with the U.S. Navy F-35C Tac Demonstration Team, the U.S. Coast Guard, the 106th Rescue Wing NY Air National Guard HC – 130 / HH 60 Demonstration Team and the SUNY Farmingdale State College Flying Rams. From here, the iconic Thunderbirds will travel to the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado, followed by stops at Beale Air Force Base in California and in Dayton, Ohio. CLICK HERE to see their full schedule for the season. Jones Beach Theater summer concerts The Northwell at Jones Beach Theater summer concert series kicks off later this month, with country music star Luke Bryan performing on Saturday, May 31. Other big names this summer include Halsey, Dave Matthews Band, Wiz Khalifa and Sean Paul, Willie Nelson and Bob Dylan and many more. Luke Bryan - May 31, 2025 Halsey - June 1, 2025 Dave Matthews Band - June 11, 2025 Simple Minds - June 13, 2025 Keith Urban & Chase Matthew - June 14, 2025 The Beach Boys - July 5, 2025 Wiz Khalifa & Sean Paul - July 9, 2025 Kidz Bop Live Certified - July 11, 2025 Thomas Rhett - July 12, 2025 Creed & Daughtry - July 15, 2025 Summer of Loud with Killswitch Engage + Parkway Drive - July 20, 2025 Big Time Rush - July 23, 2025 Pantera - July 26, 2025 Nelly + Ja Rule & Eve - July 27, 2025 Willie Nelson & Bob Dylan + Outlaw Music Fest - Aug 1, 2025 Goo Goo Dolls & Dashboard Confessional - Aug 2, 2025 The Offspring + Jimmy Eat World & New Found Glory - Aug 3, 2025 Doobie Brothers + Coral Reefer Band - Aug 10, 2025 Neil Young - Aug 23, 2025 Papa Roach & Rise Against - Sept 13, 2025 CLICK HERE for tickets and more information.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Air Force Thunderbirds return for annual FourLeaf Air Show at Jones Beach
JONES BEACH, N.Y. (PIX11) — Get ready to look up and witness where grace meets power at the annual FourLeaf Air Show at Jones Beach State Park. Back for its 21st year, the Jones Beach Air Show returns with the United States Air Force Thunderbirds headlining the performances. Residents and visitors can catch all the action on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Below is everything you need to know about this year's FourLeaf Air Show at Jones Beach. More Local News The Air Show is a Memorial Day Weekend tradition at Jones Beach that features performances from military pilots as well as honors the legacies and celebrates the life of U.S. troops. The show originally began in 2004 and has drawn as much as 353,000 visitors. The Air Show is free to attend but there is a $10 parking fee for Jones Beach State Park. More: Latest News from Around the Tri-State There will be air demonstrations from the National Guard, the U.S. Navy, the Air Force Thunderbirds, and the U.S. Marines. There will also be civilian performances featuring Warbirds from the American Airpower Museum and more. The best place to watch is along the Jones Beach shoreline on the sand or a boat. Visitors are advised to arrive by 8 a.m. as the parking lot can fill up quickly. Dominique Jack is a digital content producer from Brooklyn with more than five years of experience covering news. She joined PIX11 in 2024. More of her work can be found here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
