 Jeff Claybaugh, WTOP News. Most Asia-Pacific markets are higher. Some are up by about 1%. It's 1041 here on WTOP. D.C. is getting ready for the huge crowds expected the day after tomorrow along the National Mall for the 4th of July. District leaders say they've spent months planning the big festivities, including getting ready for all types of weather and any safety issues that might pop up. More on the preparations now from WTOP's Scott Gelman.