America at 250, Taylor & Travis, and Cape Verde's Beautiful Loss — July 4, 2026
America turns 250 today amid a divided national mood, a celebrity wedding takes over every timeline, and a tiny nation's World Cup loss reminds us how the kingdom of God actually works. Charles King walks through the headlines with a steady biblical lens.
Stories Covered
• America's 250th birthday and the restlessness no nation can satisfy
• Trump's Mount Rushmore speech and swing voter reflections on the country
• Taylor Swift marries Travis Kelce in NYC, officiated by Adam Sandler
• Cape Verde's heroic World Cup debut ends in a loss to Argentina
• Iran begins days-long funeral for late…
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