Gray skies and drizzle gave way to sunshine, multicolored flags and celebrations as the nation’s capital hosted the World Pride parade.

All federal and state flags will be displayed at half-staff this week in a show of respect for the recent passing of Pope Francis. Flying flags at half-staff—partway down the flagpole—is a ...

Nation World Flags flying at half-staff across the country. President Biden also announced that he appointed Jan. 9, 2025, as National Day of Mourning throughout the United States.