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Times Square Ball to Drop on July 4 for America's 250th Birthday Celebration
For the first time in history, the Times Square Ball will drop on July 4 as part of the America 250 celebration. The event will feature eight ball drops throughout the day, culminating in a midnight countdown in New York City.
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Times Square Ball to Drop Eight Times This Fourth of July for 250th Celebration
Times Square Ball to Drop 8 Times This Fourth of July for 250th Celebration
Times Square Celebrates America's 250th Birthday with Historic Ball Drop
Times Square Ball Drop Celebrates America's 250th Birthday
Times Square Ball Drop Celebrates America's 250th Birthday
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