Topic: Fourth of July

A mailbox garden that delivers

Send a message with curbside landscaping.

Brazil escapes South Africa's 'killer bees'

South Africa loses to Brazil in the semi-finals of the Confederations Cup.

Today's coverage: GM fallout, Geithner in China, possible jet debris

Statue of Liberty's crown opens (hopefully Air Force One won't take photos)

Today's briefing: Jobs in the US, rights in Russia, the pope in the Mideast

Arguing the size of the "tea party" protest

In any case, experts see it as democracy in action, and that's a good thing.

Sturdy beans for a leaner budget

Long the staple of frugal Yankees, Boston baked beans enjoy a revival.

As people head to the Mall, subways are filled in "near-crush conditions"

Opinion: Do opinion pieces ever change your opinion?

Given the fixity of our partisan beliefs, it's a rare occurrence. Yet history shows that reason and rhetoric can win converts.

Cities shed artful light on the canvas of night

As lighting moves beyond its utilitarian role, urban planners are embracing it as a way to showcase a city's character.

Some relief as gas prices fall

Prices below $4 a gallon could help carmakers and back-to-school retailers.

The roar of democracy

An Independence Day outing serves as a reminder that in a democracy, some things are worth shouting about.

Garden siteseeing in the US

Garden blogs well worth a visit

USA

England following America's gardening example?

America's edible landscaping is being considered by London officials

A town rallies around July 4 (for 224th time)

With the nation's oldest continuous Independence Day parade, Bristol, R.I., comes together.

The Monitor's View: Private patriotism

Questioning Obama's or McCain's service to country is like asking if they love their wives.

The obligatory fireworks post

It's the Fourth of July again, which means that greens across the nation will have the opportunity to look like unpatriotic ninnies by pointing out that fireworks are bad for the environment.

Seven jars of stones – and memories

Some of my favorite times by the shore each summer are rock-collecting walks with my family.

With new telescope, a fresh view of the cosmos

The gamma ray telescope, slated to launch soon, could yield insights into such mysteries as dark matter.

The blade of truth

A Christian Science perspective on daily life.

Letters to the Editor

Readers write about Republican campaign strategies, changes in the election structure, and women in engineering programs.

Green roofs start to sprout on urban homes

Low-maintenance sedum cuts energy costs as well as greenhouse gases. Roofs are costly, though.