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 | Sunday, March 29, 2026 | | | Good Morning! On this day in 1865, Appomattox, the final Civil War campaign, began in Virginia as Union troops under Gen. Ulysses S. Grant advanced on Confederate soldiers led by Gen. Robert E. Lee near Petersburg. Route 66, the Chicago-to-Los Angeles highway of 2,448 miles, once promised versions of the American dream and lots of cheesy attractions. The highway was decommissioned years ago, but most of it remains drivable, as shown in today's "Whatever Happened To…" In case you missed it, The Flyover Podcast broke down what summer travel could look like this year as conditions shift and oil prices climb. Host Amy Hess shared why experts say one booking strategy could help travelers save money in a volatile season. Tune in here! Amazon Prime members: See what you could get, no strings attached, from special offers with today's sponsor, FinanceBuzz. | | | |  Senate, House Clash over DHS Funding
The House of Representatives voted Friday to approve a short-term bill to fund the entire DHS for eight weeks, sending the measure back to the Senate, where Democrat Minority Leader Chuck Schumer says it is "dead on arrival." The move came after House Speaker Mike Johnson angrily rebuked a plan the Senate had agreed to the night before as a “joke,” a dramatic denunciation of a deal that Senate Majority Leader John Thune had negotiated after weeks of effort. Johnson and other Republicans criticized the deal because it didn't fund ICE and Customs and Border Protection. With the stalemate entering its seventh week, President Trump on Friday directed DHS to pay Transportation Security Administration (TSA) employees, saying, “these circumstances constitute an emergency situation compromising the Nation’s security.” | US Troops Injured in Air Base Attack Ten U.S. service members were injured in an attack on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia on Friday, according to U.S. officials. The attack involved Iranian missiles and drones. Two of the troops were seriously wounded, one of the officials said. The attack damaged several U.S. refueling aircraft. The U.S. and Iran each submitted ceasefire terms as the conflict starts its fifth week. Iran publicly rejected the United States’ 15-point peace plan, sending a counterproposal that calls for Iranian sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz, an end to hostilities, and a stop to attacks on government officials. | List: Most Welcoming Cities Fredericksburg, Texas, was selected as the most welcoming place in the United States, according to travel website Booking.com. The top five were rounded out by Palm Desert, California; Cape May, New Jersey; Broken Bow, Oklahoma; and Waikoloa, Hawaii. With close to 11,000 residents in the Texas Hill Country, Fredericksburg is noted for its German heritage, live music venues, and more than 50 wineries and tasting rooms. The rankings, based on more than 370 million reviews, describe the top destinations as places where guests consistently give high scores for warmth, friendliness, and overall hospitality.
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(More) ➤ A judge ruled Missouri's new congressional maps will take effect for midterms, rejecting a lawsuit to block them as officials review petition signatures that could trigger a statewide referendum vote. (More) ➤ Houthi militants launched a missile attack on Israel on Saturday, marking the Iran-backed group's entry into the widening Middle East conflict and raising fears of further disruptions to critical global shipping lanes. (More) ➤ French police foiled an apparent bomb attack outside a Bank of America building in Paris, arresting a suspect who placed a homemade explosive device early Saturday before it could detonate. (More) ➤ A Wyoming teen discovered a rare 6-inch megalodon tooth while diving off Florida's Manasota Key, celebrating the unusual find as experts say specimens of that size are uncommon. (See Tooth) ➤ Character actor James Tolkan, known for roles in Back to the Future and Top Gun, in which he delivered the memorable line, "Your ego is writing checks your body can't cash," has died. He was 94. (See Tolkan) Flying together with our sponsor ➤ Over 50 and feeling weaker or more forgetful? Researchers have linked a "silent epidemic" to increased frailty in aging adults. Now, a powerful, often-overlooked superfood—recognized by Nobel Prize-winning science—is gaining attention for supporting brain health, muscle strength, and bone density. Discover how this simple daily addition could help you feel stronger and sharper. | |  | | Whatever happened to Route 66? Once America's "Main Street," Route 66 stretched 2,448 miles from Chicago to Los Angeles, carrying Depression-era migrants, post-war families, and cross-country dreamers through the heart of eight states. The iconic highway opened in 1926 and became synonymous with American adventure. In 1960, it even spawned a TV show called Route 66, featuring two young men cruising from one adventure to another in their Corvette sports car, with a memorable theme song by Nelson Riddle. You can see an opening credits scene here. Families posed with the Cadillac Ranch outside Amarillo, Texas, and marveled at Arizona's Wigwam Motel, where you could sleep in a concrete teepee. The neon motel signs of Tucumcari, New Mexico, welcomed weary travelers, while in Oatman, Arizona's wild burros, roamed freely through town. Every few miles brought another hand-painted billboard for Meramec Caverns or a kitschy giant roadside attraction. Here are some archival photos. But Route 66's glory days ended on June 27, 1985, when it was officially decommissioned. The Interstate Highway System bypassed the slower, winding route, strangling small towns that depended on highway traffic. Businesses shuttered, motels closed, entire communities withered. Today, about 85% of the original road remains drivable. A preservation movement keeps the legend alive—restored diners, vintage motels, nostalgic road-trippers seeking authentic Americana. While no longer on maps, Route 66 endures as America's most famous ghost highway and inspiration for many songs. Let’s hit the road to Nat King Cole’s popular hit version of (Get Your Kicks on) Route 66. Did you ever drive Route 66 in its heyday, or more recently? Let us know your experience by replying to this email. | |  | | Wisdom surfaces in many places, including, at times, during an NFL game.  | |  | | Have you ever driven any part of Route 66? - Yes
- Yes, the full route
- No
- No, but I want to
Yesterday's Results: Have you ever taken a cruise ship vacation? - Yes, loved it: 43%
- No, not interested: 27%
- Yes, it wasn't for me: 17%
- No, but I'd like to: 13%
| |  Daily Quote |  | "Our relationship with the United States Military reflects a shared belief that leadership, service, and love of country are not abstract ideals—they are values forged through action, discipline, and commitment." — Scouting America Chief Executive Roger Krone, on how the organization is renewing its focus on training young people with life skills, providing fun and educational outdoor experiences. | | | |
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