Many U.S. military operations rely on the work of pilots flying midair refueling tankers, including the KC-135 Stratotanker. Charlie D’Agata visited U.S. forces stationed at a Royal Air Force base in Mildenhall, England, to learn about “the gas stations of the sky.” Source link
Maine Democrats are calling on Senate nominee Graham Platner to end his campaign ahead of a key ballot deadline. This comes after a woman Platner dated accused him of sexual assault, which he denies. Washington Post Congress reporter Alexei Koseff joins with more. Source link
It’s hot and pricey out there in much of the U.S. this July Fourth weekend, but it’s not stopping people from traveling. 72 million are expected to be on the move, a new record, with some potential new headaches. Kris Van Cleave has the details. Source link
On Friday, Reagan Washington National Airport is pausing operations for about three hours due to rehearsals for July Fourth America 250 celebrations. On Saturday, DCA will halt operations starting at noon. The airlines and the FAA worked on the plan and any cancellations were made months ago. Source link
Security is heightened around Washington, D.C., as crowds are set to gather to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday. Nicole Sganga reports. Source link
Marketing has long depended on a patchwork of tools and manual processes to drive business growth. Hundreds of platforms claim to streamline work, but few link the marketing strategy directly to the tactics that make campaigns successful. In recent years, a new category has emerged: The AI marketing operations platform. Many are asking, what is … Read more
This is an updated version of a story first published on May 17, 2026. The original video can be viewed here. The war with Iran and the U.S. military operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro have carried the usual hallmarks of conflict: soldiers, strategy, casualties, cost. But they’ve also been accompanied by a new feature: betting on … Read more
Prediction market users are profiting from bets on war. Analysts say suspiciously timed bets, and the high win rates of wagers on military outcomes , are likely signs of insider trading. Source link
At least three people have died in flash floods caused by heavy rain and multiple thunderstorms in Kentucky, officials said, with additional fatalities expected to be confirmed soon. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. The severe weather event promoted Gov. Andy Beshear to declare a … Read more
For decades, marketers have relied on structured frameworks like the funnel to guide activities and measure results. These models simplified how organizations understood buyers’ paths from awareness to purchase, dividing each section into manageable phases for planning and reporting. However, the simplicity of those frameworks never matched the real behavior of today’s customers. People jump … Read more