WASHINGTON, United States, March 28, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Minnesota will be a key focal point for nationwide protests Saturday against President Donald Trump, returning to the limelight months after becoming ground zero for national debate over his sometimes violent immigration crackdown. "Minnesotans have already shown we'll stand up for democracy in -10 degree weather, so Saturday should be a breeze!" Now a new front for outrage against Trump has opened: the war the United States is waging along with Israel against Iran. "At home, we've watched citizens killed in the streets by militarized forces. All of it done in the name of one man trying to rule like a king," he said.

WASHINGTON, United States, March 28, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - US House Republicans on Friday effectively blocked the Senate's effort to end a weeks-long budget standoff forcing thousands of airport security staff to work without pay, as the White House ordered the personnel finally be compensated. A partial government shutdown has left TSA staff -- who screen passengers, baggage and cargo -- payless since mid-February. The bill would provide funding for TSA, the US Coast Guard and the Federal Emergency Management Agency, among other operations. "This gambit that was done last night is a joke," Johnson told reporters, complaining that the Senate bill, which passed unanimously, left US borders insecure. Top House Democrat Hakeem Jeffries said his party was seeking to force a House vote on the Senate's bipartisan measure.

Russia gets resolution through UN rights council, in first since 2022GENEVA, March 28, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Russia on Friday ushered a resolution through the UN Human Rights Council, a first since its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, in what observers said signals a growing push to re-enter the global stage. The text tabled by Russia seemed bland, merely calling on countries to properly celebrate the 60th anniversary of the adoption of international human rights covenants. Council observers said Russia had used a seemingly innocuous text to make it difficult for countries to vote against it. "States seeking to promote and protect human rights must be prepared for a more aggressive Russian posture at the Human Rights Council and across the multilateral system," he warned. She condemned Russia's "blatant disrespect for universally recognised human rights standards".

LONDON, March 28, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Thomas Tuchel said he had "learned a lot" from England's scrappy 1-1 draw against Uruguay at Wembley on Friday even though many of his star players were watching from the stands. "I learned a lot, because it was a tough opponent and you just see it in the details," he said. "If you play against (Manuel) Ugarte, if you play against (Federico) Valverde in midfield, you see the level. Tuchel said the match against Marcelo Bielsa's Uruguay, who have also qualified for the World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the United States, had been "the test that I expected". Tuchel, whose England side are among the favourites to win the World Cup, said the players coming in for the Japan game would have to "re-learn our principles".

DUBAI, March 28, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - The United Arab Emirates said its air defences were responding to an incoming missile and drone attack from Iran early Saturday, as Tehran pressed strikes in the Gulf a month into the regional war. A defence ministry statement said forces were "intercepting cruise missiles and UAVs (drones)" fired from Iran.

This news isn’t surprising because the One Chicago franchise has been extremely popular for NBC for over a decade now: NBC has renewed Chicago Fire for its 15th season, Chicago P.D. The three One Chicago shows join the previously renewed Happy’s Place (Season 3) and St. Denis Medical (Season 3). Based on the ratings compared to the rest of NBC’s scripted series, Law & Order, Law & Order: SVU, and The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins are looking the best when it comes to renewal chances. That’s especially true with Brilliant Minds‘ return, following the Olympics, delayed until May for the final six episodes of Season 2. What would you like to see in the rest of the current seasons and next seasons of all three One Chicago shows?

Israel renews strikes on south Beirut as Hezbollah says clashed with Israeli forces in southBEIRUT, Lebanon, March 28, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Israel's military renewed its attacks on Beirut's southern suburbs Friday, saying it was targeting Hezbollah infrastructure, as the Iran-backed group said the foes had clashed directly in the country's south. AFPTV footage showed smoke rising from the area, a Hezbollah stronghold that has largely emptied of residents after previous Israeli army evacuation warnings and heavy strikes. In south Lebanon, Hezbollah said its fighters had clashed with "Israeli enemy army forces in the villages of Bayada and Shamaa at point-blank range with light and medium weapons". Israeli army spokesperson Effie Defrin said that "contrary to the declaration by the Lebanese government earlier this year -- Hezbollah is still operating and conducting attacks from southern Lebanon." "If the Lebanese government will not disarm Hezbollah, the IDF will," he said, referring to the Israeli armed forces.

MIAMI, March 28, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - World number two Jannik Sinner of Italy stretched his win streak over fourth-ranked Alexander Zverev to seven matches on Friday, advancing to an Miami Open men's final against Czech Jiri Lehecka. Reigning Wimbledon champion Sinner, a four-time Grand Slam winner, also beat Zverev two weeks ago in the Indian Wells semifinals and seeks his second Miami crown in three years. Lehecka, seeded 21st, dominated 28th-seeded Arthur Fils of France 6-2, 6-2 in the other semi-final at Hard Rock Stadium, home of the NFL's Miami Dolphins. Sinner blasted a forehand winner to break Zverev for a 3-1 lead and held from there to capture the first set after 42 minutes on a service winner. Sinner seeks a 26th career ATP title in his 35th career final.

KATHMANDU, Nepal, March 28, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Nepal's former prime minister KP Sharma Oli and ex-home minister Ramesh Lekhak were arrested Saturday morning over their alleged involvement in a deadly crackdown on protestors in September, police said. "They were arrested this morning and the process will move forward according to the law," Kathmandu Valley police spokesman Om Adhikari told AFP. The detentions come a day after Prime Minister Balendra Shah and his cabinet were sworn in after the first elections since the 2025 uprising that toppled Oli's government. At least 19 young people were killed in a crackdown on the first day of protests. A Nepal government-backed report into the deadly uprising has recommended the prosecution of 74-year-old Oli and other officials.

One killed in Israel as army reports Iranian missile attackJERUSALEM, March 28, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Emergency responders said a man was killed in Israel on Friday after the Israeli military reported missiles fired from Iran. The Magen David Adom (MDA) emergency service said a man was killed in Tel Aviv following the latest attack, which triggered air raid sirens in Jerusalem. A witness shared video footage with AFP apparently showing an inbound missile barrage over Jerusalem as the Israeli military said it was scrambling search and rescue teams to impact sites in central Israel. Ahead of the latest fatality, Israeli emergency services and authorities had said attacks killed 18 civilians on the Israeli side since the start of the war. They said Iranian missile attacks had killed 13 Israelis, including four minors, as well as one Filipino caregiver and one Thai national.

TEHRAN, March 28, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - US President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff said Friday he believes Iran will hold talks with Washington "this week" as the US-Israeli war against Tehran entered its second month. A brief military statement said Israeli forces were "currently striking Iranian terror regime targets across Tehran", without elaborating. Iran had sent "messages" to the American side but had not formally responded to the peace plan, Rubio said. Iranian strikes have shattered the Gulf's reputation for stability, hitting Dubai's airport, Bahrain's capital and energy facilities across the region during the course of the war. Yemen's Houthi movement warned Friday it would join the war if US-Israeli attacks continue hitting Iran or if more countries enter the conflict.

Trump says US may not be there for NATO if neededMIAMI, March 28, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - President Donald Trump on Friday reiterated his disappointment with NATO allies over their refusal to send military to help secure the Strait of Hormuz and said Washington may not help them in future if asked to do so. "We spend hundreds of billions of dollars a year on NATO, hundreds, protecting them, and we would have always been there for them, but now, based on their actions, I guess we don't have to be, do we?" Trump has reserved some of his toughest criticism for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. On Thursday, he said on his Truth Social platform that the United States "needs nothing from NATO." "NATO nations have done absolutely nothing to help with the lunatic nation, now militarily decimated, of Iran."

Welcome to Inside the Suns, your weekly deep down analysis of the current Phoenix Suns team. This is not based on current playoff/seeding projections, but if the implosion of the Warriors happens during a Suns game, okay, cool. Ashton: It seems like the Suns have been “resting” players all season long due to injuries. Honestly, it is bad when the first thing I look at before a Suns game is the injury report. This Week’s Game ScheduleSaturday, March 28 - Suns vs Utah Jazz (7:00 pm) NBATVMonday, March 30 - Suns @ Memphis Grizzlies (5:00 pm)Tuesday, March 31 - Suns @ Orlando Magic (4:00 pm)Thursday, April 2 - Suns @ Charlotte Hornets (4:00 pm)This Week’s Valley Suns Game ScheduleNone.

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