The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. KEY WEST, Fla. (AP) — New York had its hot dog eating contest to celebrate Independence Day. But the ...

The Fourth of July is fast approaching, and you know what that means: It's time for fireworks, barbecue and tuning in to watch Joey "Jaws" Chestnut scarf down upwards of 70 hot dogs (and buns!) in 10 ...

Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest is a great 4th of July tradition, and with Joey Chestnut returning to the event this year after a one-year absence, we have to be excited this Independence Day. It's ...

Every July 4, America celebrates its independence the only way it knows how: With an excessive food competition. Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest is back in 2025 and features the return of a fan ...

The 16 time champion of the world, not today carrying the belt, Joey Chesnut. 238 pounds. The 16 time champion of the world, not today carrying the belt, Joey Chesnut. 238 pounds. Hard-boiled eggs.

Every year on the Fourth of July, as firework shows are prepared and Americans gather around the grill or pool to celebrate independence, a uniquely American tradition takes place on Coney Island. The ...