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Featured Article: Independence Day (United States)

Display of fireworks at Washington Monument in Washington, DC

Independence Day (colloquially the Fourth of July or July 4th) is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. Celebrations include fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, family reunions, political speeches, and ceremonies, in addition to various other public and private events celebrating the history, government, and traditions of the United States. As an official holiday, it is a time for family and friends to share the patriotic celebration together.

Popular Article: Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

Tony Blair and Dick Cheney at the main door to 10 Downing Street, the Prime Minister's residence in London

The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is, in practice, the political leader of the United Kingdom. He or she acts as the head of His Majesty's Government and like other Prime Ministers in Westminster Systems is (along with his or her Cabinet) the de facto wielder of executive powers in the British Government, exercising many of the executive functions nominally vested in the Sovereign. According to constitutional convention, the Prime Minister and the Cabinet (which he or she heads) are accountable for their actions to Parliament, of which (by convention) they are members. The development of the office of Prime Minister coincides with the rise of democracy in the United Kingdom.

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In Greek mythology Adonis was resurrected by Zeus following his premature earthly death (source: Adonis)

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