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Eight people, including four children, were shot during July 4th firework celebrations in Coney Island, Brooklyn.
Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo have successfully defended their titles at the 2026 Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest.
Joey Chestnut enters the 2026 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest as a massive favorite, sparking debate over whether he requires a rival to elevate the event.
As July 4 celebrations begin, health warnings clash with the cultural legacy and history of the American hot dog.