Here are the latest news and big news stories to follow - The Hindu

• HBO's 2008 political miniseries *John Adams* is experiencing a surge in popularity on the Apple TV store charts. • The seven-part series, which holds an 83% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, has become a Premium Video on Demand (PVOD) hit.

• As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, a group of swing voters shared their perspectives on the current state of the nation. • Participants in NPR's "Swing Shift" project expressed a wide spectrum of emotions, ranging from "uncertain" and "concerned" to "excited" and "cautiously optimistic."

• Chief Justice John Roberts and Donald Trump both achieved key victories during the Supreme Court's most recent term when their legal and political interests aligned. • Legal expert John Yoo notes that while Trump succeeded in some areas, he failed when his goals conflicted with long-held court principles, such as his attempt to overrule birthright citizenship.

• A new national poll conducted by Elon University and YouGov reveals that Gen Z Americans are more optimistic about the future than Baby Boomers. • While pride in being American remains strong across all generations, respondents generally believe the nation's founders would be disappointed in the current state of the country.

• Democratic leaders are facing criticism for allegedly denying the Declaration of Independence's principle that "all men are created equal" in their current policy stances. • House Democrats are actively pushing for the Women’s Health Protection Act and other legislation aimed at securing reproductive freedom and healthcare for women across the U.S.

• The U.S. is celebrating its 250th anniversary this July 4th with major festivities, including "Freedom 250" events in Washington, D.C., and a scheduled speech by Donald Trump. • For the first time, the capital's Independence Day celebrations have been designated as a National Special Security Event, a high-level security status usually reserved for inaugurations and Super Bowls.

• Experts are reflecting on the evolution of American democracy as the United States approaches its semiquincentennial, marking 250 years since its founding. • Stella Rouse, a professor in the School of Politics and Global Studies and director of the Hispanic Research Center, is providing insights into how various identities shape political behavior.

• Michigan remains one of only two U.S. states that exempts its governor and legislature from Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requirements for releasing public records. • Governor Gretchen Whitmer previously pledged a "Michigan Sunshine Plan" during her 2018 campaign to increase transparency regarding lobbying, campaign finance, and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation.

• The United States is celebrating its 250th anniversary of independence this Saturday with nationwide festivities featuring fireworks and traditional gatherings. • President Donald Trump is scheduled to deliver a speech on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., preceding a large-scale fireworks display.

• The author argues for a constitutional amendment to protect voting rights in response to the proposed SAVE America Act. • The legislation, supported by Donald Trump and congressional Republicans, would change how states register voters and maintain data, potentially requiring original birth certificates for registration.

• The United States has shifted its South Asian foreign policy by engaging regional players independently, rather than seeking prior alignment or permission from India. • Washington is pursuing pragmatic cooperation with Pakistan on trade, minerals, and stability, while simultaneously recognizing Bangladesh as a strategic manufacturing powerhouse.