Fireworks actually have much more technical names than “The Ones That Do That Shooty Thing,” “The Ones That Scream,” or “The Ones That Kind of Sparkle Out.” Before you take in your next pyrotechnic ...

But how do fireworks shows come together, and what all goes into setting up? Melissa Tackitt with Pyro Shows, a company that specializes in fireworks and special effects displays, says it’s more than ...

The Fourth of July is synonymous with fireworks displays, but before all the bright colors and thunderous booms, scientists are hard at work behind the scenes making each firework display its best.