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Happy birthday America. Independence Day honors the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776.

'The Dark Knight' grossed a record $18.5 million from 12:01 a.m. Friday preview showings only -- 3 a.m. and 6 a.m. screenings were not counted. Our picture of the day reveals the Dark Knight 5,000 years ago.

Arnold is 61 today. The body has changed a little bit but the Speedo is the same.

No parking in front of a fire hydrant. Where's my axe? The firemen had to enjoy this.

Happy 66th birthday, Paul McCartney.

Today is Monday, June 30, the 182nd day of 2008. There are 184 days left in the year. Todays pic: The "quints" relaxing on a park bench.

52 years ago today the bikini made it's debut, shocking the fashion world and drawing immediate bans in countries all over the world. Find out more in the picture of the day.

These days, tough guys in Africa don't have a big dog on a leash -- they have a spotted hyena or a baboon. Check it out in our pic of the day.

Happy Mother's Day! Today's birthdays, this day in history, quote of the day, and picture of the day -- all from a GB perspective.

On Sept. 11, 2001, nearly 3,000 people died in the single worst act of terrorism committed on U.S. soil.

Today is Columbus Day, Monday, October 13, the 287th day of 2008. There are 79 days left in the year. Today's birthdays include singer Paul Simon who turns 67 and singer Marie Osmond who turns 49.

Today is Friday, Sept. 12, the 256th day of 2008. Today's birthdays include Linda Gray (Dallas) who turns 68. Our picture of the day -- the classic pie chart.

Today is Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008. Today's birthdays include actor Richard Gere who turns 59. Our picture of the day is one of collective consternation. Say what? Check it out.

Is the bottom near? The Fed bails out the Bear. Seven new mortal sins, one big mastadon on eBay, and no more droopy pants in Florida. Get your morning buzz on.

Today is Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008. Today's birthdays include Actress Sophia Loren who turns 74.

Before Walt built it for Cinderella, Ludwig built it for composer Richard Wagner.

Today is Sunday, Oct. 5, the 279th day of 2008. Today's Birthdays include actress Karen Allen who turns 57. Our picture of the day is a proud mother.

Today is Friday, Nov. 14, the 319th day of 2008. Today's birthdays include Prince Charles, Prince of Wales and heir to the throne, who turns 60. Our picture of the day is a real hot dog.

Today is Sunday, January 13, 2008, the 13th day of 2008. There are 353 days left in the year. Check out our links to news stories you might find interesting.

Today is Tuesday, Sept. 9. Birthdays include actress Angela Cartwright from The Danny Thomas Show who turns 56. Our picture of the day is a centenarian celebration.

This is the day Jim Morrison died and Tom Cruise was born. Plus, check out "the birdman" in today's pic.

Today in The Buzz: There's something in the water. Pharmaceuticals! Dems push Clinton -- Obama ticket. But who's on top? Money can buy love --The Beatles cozy up to iTunes.

What's called Urulu, is really old, really big, and really sacred to indigenous Australians?

Happy Father's Day. The first Father's Day was celebrated in 1910 in Spokane, Washington. In 1966 President Lyndon Johnson signed a presidential proclamation declaring the 3rd Sunday of June as Father's Day.

With gas prices soaring, we're all looking for ways to make the commute less painful at the pump. Have you considered motorcyclepooling? These guys demonstrate how it's done. Plus -- a special bonus chuckle of the day.

Today is Tuesday, Sept. 30, the 274th day of 2008. Today's birthdays include actress Actress Angie Dickinson who turns 77. Our picture of the day: Granny likes to party.

Start your weekend off right with a fresh cup of GB News Brew!

Today is Tuesday, Oct. 21. Today's birthdays include actress Carrie Fisher who turns 53. Our picture of the day is rabbit stew for a week or two.

Today's Buzz: More help for the mortgage market, cancer vaccine for older women, Obama's Poll numbers slip, how to control your cravings and more.

The GB News Brew. It's ground fresh daily, just for you. Check inside for today's top stories, today's birthdays and a look back at January 21st through history.

If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind beach, look no further than Olu Deniz, Turkey. That's right ,Turkey.

It's a big day for political birthdays; plus, we celebrate a "kid" who was very bold, indeed! All that, and a great new resource for some amazing, never-before-seen pictures that capture great moments in American history.

It's summertime and the living is easy. Even our pets are chillin'.

One of the most remote cities in America features some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world. Take a look.

The Year of The Rat. This is the first day of Year 4706 on the Chinese Calendar. In today's News Brew: find out which country mega-star is celebrating a birthday and which event 44 years ago changed the history of music.

The GB News Brew. It's ground fresh daily, just for you. Check inside for today's top stories, today's birthdays and a look back at January 20th through history.

Best friends come in all shapes, sizes, and species.

Today is Wednesday, Nov. 12, the 317th day of 2008. Today's birthdays include singer Neil Young who turns 63 and Actress Megan Mullally who turns 50. Our photos of the day: It's all about the angle.

One of the coolest cars ever built, this is one of two 1953 Cadillacs designed and built by Ghia of Turin, Italy. It was purchased by Saudi Prince Aly Khan as a gift to his wife, actress Rita Hayworth.

The final hours before Pennsylvania primary, the 112th Boston Marathon, the top 10 celebrity endorsers, hybrid sales soar, how to make more money while working less, and what's green and funny and read all over?

Sunday's Buzz: Happy birthday Edna Parker. The world's oldest person turns 115 today. Also, Countdown to Pennsylvania, Danica makes history, fine wine, aerobic exercise, unusual weather phenomena, and more.

Todays Buzz: Obama on defensive after "small-town" comment, American Airlines back in the air, Sting's new digs, best wines under $10, best U.S. beaches, how to help a friend with cancer, and more.

Todays Buzz: Obama under fire, American back in the air, stocks fall, Tiger stalks, cool caves, good seats, and a breast cancer warning.

Cozy up with a cup of GB News Brew. It's ground daily, fresh for you. Check inside for today's top stories and a look back at how we arrived here today.

66-year-old triahlete killed by shark, rebate checks are almost in the mail, top chain restaurant fare, the electric cars ready to take over the road, Hey Jude, and more.

Updated details as voters in Texas and Ohio head to the polls. Also -- why blogging is good for you, how to eat like a supercentenarian and the insanity of architectural genius.

In Today's Buzz: Obama's passport breach, traits you'll need to become a leader, the woman who goes in for leg surgery and comes out with a new anus, happy marriage=happy heart.

McCain considers veeps, FAA investigates airlines, Mariah overtakes Elvis, research refutes the benefits of 8 glasses of water a day, sleep longer and lose weight, bizarre hotels, dumb criminal, smart musician.

Today's Buzz: Barracky -- The Movie, 95-year-old defends herself and house with a screwdriver, 10 things to do before you die, what families around the world eat in a week and what it costs, and more.

Get Your Buzz On: Airline merger to create world's largest carrier, Marilyn sex tape sold, adding years, lying about your age to break records, diet reduces risk of heart attack and stroke, the most dangerous places on earth.

We like cool tattoo's but this is the dumbest tattoo we've seen in a long time.

Today is Flag Day. On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress in Philadelphia adopted the Stars and Stripes as the national flag.

Can you hear me now? Have you ever seen a Czechoslovakian four-horn acoustic locator in action?

Today's Buzz: Clinton and Obama go for laughs, 1 in 5 U.S. troops suffers mental disorders, E Street band member dies, vitamin D protects against memory loss, incontinence drugs linked to memory loss, and more.

Mother's in the kitchen, washing out the jugs; Sister's in the pantry, bottling the suds; Father's in the cellar, mixing up the hops; Johnny's on the porch, watching for the cops.

Today is Wednesday, October 15, 2008. Today's birthdays include actress-director Penny Marshall who turns 66. 39 years ago today, the largest peace demonstration in U.S. history took place.

Today is Wednesday, October 22, 2008. Today's birthdays include actress and mousketeer Annette Funicello who turns 66. Our picture of the day - the year's best dog costumes.

A rare photo of the elusive dog snake. Don't miss this incredible photo of one of the few know dog snakes taken in its natural habitat.

Today is Tuesday, Oct. 14. Today's birthdays include Sir Roger Moore, who turns 81. Moore played James Bond longer than any other actor. Our picture of the day is a superhero who has seen better days.

The actress and the playwright. Better times for Marilyn Monroe and Arthur Miller.

He put the "beat" in The Beatles -- but never made it to Abbey Road. We wish a very happy birthday to musician Pete Best, plus we kick off our celebration of all things Thanksgiving with a very special Picture of the Day.

Today is Saturday, Nov. 22, the 327th day of 2008. Today's birthdays include Jamie Lee Curtis who turns 50. 45 years ago today, President John F. Kennedy is assassinated in Dallas.

Today is Monday, Nov. 10. Today's birthdays include Russell Johnson ( "The Professor" on Gilligan's Island) who turns 84. Our pictures of the day - the dork days of fashion.

Today is Monday, Oct. 6, the 280th day of 2008. Today's birthdays include former Bond girl Britt Ekland who turns 66 today. Our picture of the day is from operation migration.

Today is Friday, Oct. 24, 2008. Today's birthdays include actor Ricky Nelson, the older brother of late singer Ricky Nelson. They, along with their parents, appeared on the long-running sitcom The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet in the 1950s and 1960s.

Happy Veterans Day. Today is Tuesday, Nov. 11. Today's birthdays include comedian Jonathan Winters who turns 83 and actress Demi Moore who turns 46. Our picture of the day is a disturbing look at the pursuit of beauty.

Size does matter. The battle for architectural supremacy in the race to build the world's tallest building.

Today is Saturday, September 27th. Today's birthdays include actress Jayne Meadows who turns 88. On this day in 1954, The Tonight Show debuted hosted by Meadow's husband Steve Allen.

Wanna see the Great Blue Hole? It's a 480 foot deep and perfectly circular limestone sinkhole 60 miles off the coast of Belize. This incredible geographical phenomenon is one of the most astounding dive sites in the world.

Real Estate prices are dropping. It could be a great time to buy. But wait until you see what a cozy little pad in Brooklyn will set you back. Check the photos. Gasp at the price.

It's a never-before-seen photograph that has the world buzzing. The picture shows Keller and her teacher on a summer vacation -- just months after the communication breakthrough that changed both of their lives.

Here's something you won't find anywhere else -- GB's exclusive collection of interviews with remarkable men and women who are the world's oldest in their activity. If you want inspiration and proof that it's never too late, here it is.

We learned at the recent Surf Expo that riding the waves isn't just for kids. It 's becoming a sport for life. That had us wondering, who are the pioneers, the role models for senior surfing? We knew there had to be some -- and we weren't disappointed.

Each week, Growing Bolder will ask top leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting your life.