In South Africa, where the Black majority was excluded from the economy for generations, the annual Durban July event is a chance to celebrate luxury and high society.
The state senator sought to carve a middle path between a left-wing candidate and one backed by the party establishment, but she gained little traction.
A scathing report released on the Fourth of July says the National Museum of American History downplays the role of the founders while emphasizing social justice.
The complex where mourners are paying their respects to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei this weekend is unfinished after nearly 40 years. Critics say it is emblematic of the unfulfilled promises of his rule.
The cartel's decision comes as U.S.-Iran talks to end the war have eased pressure on oil supplies, even as broader market and political volatility persists.