Tech Blip Sees San Diego’s 18-Minute Firework Display Last Just 10 Seconds [Video]

Last night saw a lot of fireworks go off across the US. But in San Diego a technical fault saw the city’s display—which was supposed to last for 18 mesmerizing minutes—go off in just 10 seconds. Oops. More »

What Are the Best Fireworks You Ever Bought? [Chatroom]

Hey, today is the high holiday for lighting shit on fire and watching it explode in a mess of beautiful color. We’ve all been fixated with fireworks since we were kids, and certainly we all have our personal favorites. So what are the best Fireworks you’ve eve bought (legal or illegal)? Image Credit: TNT More »

10 Fireworks GIFs to Get Your Party Started [Fireworks]

I’m still trying to figure out where the best view for today’s fireworks will be. So, just to make sure we all get out fill, here are 10 fireworks GIFs to hang on to. Yer welcome. [Tumblr] More »

Where the Different Colors of Fireworks Actually Come From [Fireworks]

If you want to scientifically impress your friends tomorrow (or look like a hoity toity smartypants), you can tell them what the color of fireworks really mean. See that explosion of electric white? That’s white-hot metal flakes. Gorgeous red array? Strontium Carbonate. It’s all about the chemicals, baby. More »

How To Take Photos of Fireworks With Your Phone [Howto]

It just wouldn’t be the Fourth of July without the climactic boom of fireworks. If you want to keep that memory all year—or at least share it with all of your friends on Instagram—these tips will help you get lovely photos with your phone, even if you’re not a pro. More »

Shooting Challenge: FIREWORKS!!! [Shooting Challenge]

The Fourth of July is tomorrow. And as usual, we’ll celebrate our nation’s independence (sorry international readers) by blowing up a small chunk of it. So get out your cameras and document the beautiful idiocy. More »

The Fireworks Laws of Every State [Fireworks]

If you’re looking to blow some stuff up tomorrow, it’s probably a good idea to know what sort of fireworks you’re “legally” allowed to use according to state law. This map will give you all the information you need to know on whether fireworks are legal, illegal or incredibly lame in your state. More »