Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix could not play in a championship game due to a fractured ankle. His coach, Sean Payton, made comments suggesting Nix was likely to get such an injury because of his history with ankle problems. Nix publicly disagreed with Payton’s comments, saying they weren't accurate and shouldn't have been shared.
Key Facts
Bo Nix, the Denver Broncos' quarterback, fractured his ankle during a playoff game.
Nix had to undergo surgery and missed the Broncos' final game of the season.
Coach Sean Payton commented that Nix's injury was likely because of past ankle issues.
Payton mentioned Nix had previous ankle injuries in high school and at Auburn.
Nix disagreed with Payton's comments, saying they were not accurate.
Nix stated that details about his injury history shouldn’t have been made public.
Despite the disagreement, Nix is focused on recovering and returning to training.
Alex Pretti's death in Minneapolis after being shot by federal agents has led to public protests and criticism. President Donald Trump stated that his administration would reduce the intensity of operations in response to the outcry. The situation in Minneapolis remains tense with ongoing protests.
Key Facts
Alex Pretti was shot and killed by federal agents in Minneapolis.
This was the second fatal shooting by federal agents in the city in less than a month.
Pretti was a 37-year-old nurse.
The incident resulted in public protests and backlash against federal tactics.
President Trump said his administration would "de-escalate a little bit" in response.
New footage shows an earlier encounter between Pretti and federal officers.
Protests and confrontations have been frequent in Minneapolis since the incident.
Barcelona won 4-1 against Copenhagen in the Champions League, securing a spot in the last 16. They finished with strong performances from Robert Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal. Meanwhile, Paris Saint-Germain drew 1-1 with Newcastle and must go through playoffs to reach the next stage.
Key Facts
Barcelona beat Copenhagen 4-1 in a Champions League match.
This win helped Barcelona directly qualify for the last 16 of the Champions League.
Robert Lewandowski, Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, and Marcus Rashford scored for Barcelona.
Barcelona was initially behind after Copenhagen scored an early goal.
Paris Saint-Germain drew 1-1 with Newcastle and must now play in the playoffs.
House Republicans are frustrated with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem over her handling of the shooting of Alex Pretti. This situation might lead to an impeachment vote, which could be tough for some Republicans because it involves sensitive immigration issues. President Trump defended Noem, while some Republican senators called for her resignation.
Key Facts
House Republicans are upset with Kristi Noem's response to Alex Pretti's shooting.
Democrats might push for an impeachment vote against Noem.
Some Republicans find the potential impeachment vote troublesome because it relates to immigration enforcement.
The criticism of Noem has increased after President Trump sent a border official to Minnesota.
Senators Thom Tillis and Lisa Murkowski have called for Noem to resign.
A group of Republicans wants more discussions on immigration and border security.
Representative Maria Salazar emphasized the need for immigration reform.
President Trump showed support for Noem and criticized senators who oppose her.
Canadian Muslim leaders are urging an end to anti-Muslim hate as they remember the anniversary of a mosque attack in Quebec that occurred in 2017. Six people died in this attack, which was the deadliest on a place of worship in Canadian history. There is ongoing criticism of Quebec's laws perceived to limit religious freedom, affecting Muslim communities.
Key Facts
The Quebec mosque attack in 2017 resulted in the death of six Muslim men.
This attack is noted as the deadliest on a Canadian place of worship.
January 29 was declared by the Canadian government as a National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action against Islamophobia.
The Quebec government has enacted laws like Bill 21, which restricts public employees from wearing religious symbols.
This law is part of what Quebec calls a "state secularism" model.
Critics argue that these laws disproportionately impact Muslim citizens.
The Canadian Civil Liberties Association is pursuing legal action against Bill 21, taking it to the Supreme Court of Canada.
Republican Senator Thom Tillis reacted to President Trump calling him a "loser" by critiquing Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Stephen Miller. This occurs amid controversy over immigration enforcement tactics following two recent shootings involving federal agents. There are calls for Noem to resign after these incidents, while President Trump defends her performance.
Key Facts
Senator Thom Tillis responds to President Trump's insult by critiquing Kristi Noem and Stephen Miller.
Controversy arises over U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) tactics after two shootings.
Kristi Noem faces calls for resignation after a fatal shooting by immigration agents.
Another recent shooting involved ICE officer actions, raising safety concerns.
Senators Tillis and Lisa Murkowski join Democrats in seeking Noem's removal.
President Trump labels both Tillis and Murkowski as "losers" and supports Noem.
Trump asserts that the U.S. border has improved and supports Noem's handling of DHS.
Details about Grayson Waller's participation in WWE's Royal Rumble 2026 event are uncertain. He was initially scheduled for other WWE events, but now Santos Escobar is taking his place, leaving Waller's involvement in the Royal Rumble unclear. Waller often appears on WWE "Monday Night Raw" and has a connection with popular tag team The New Day.
Key Facts
Grayson Waller's status for Royal Rumble 2026 is currently unclear.
He was originally set for "NXT" live events this weekend.
Santos Escobar is now replacing Waller at the "NXT" events.
Waller is seen regularly on "Monday Night Raw."
He has a close connection with the tag team The New Day.
Waller acts more as a manager but also wrestles in the ring.
In a recent "Raw" episode, Waller supported The New Day and faced a superkick from Jey Uso.
Benfica's goalkeeper, Anatoliy Trubin, scored a goal in the 98th minute, helping Benfica win 4-2 against Real Madrid. This victory secured Benfica a spot in the last 16 play-offs of the Champions League based on goal difference.
Key Facts
Benfica won 4-2 against Real Madrid.
Anatoliy Trubin, Benfica's goalkeeper, scored a goal in the 98th minute.
The goal was crucial for securing Benfica's spot in the Champions League last 16 play-offs.
The win was determined by the goal difference rule.
Real Madrid was the opposing team in this Champions League match.
At least five people died when Storm Kristin hit Portugal, causing flooding, landslides, and major damage. This storm disrupted schools, damaged buildings, and knocked out power for over 850,000 people. The storm also caused transport issues across the country and prompted emergency warnings.
Key Facts
Storm Kristin caused at least five deaths in Portugal.
The storm led to flooding, landslides, and widespread damage in central and northern regions.
Strong winds up to 178 km/h (110 mph) were recorded at Monte Real air base.
Over 850,000 people lost electricity due to the storm.
A Ferris wheel overturned and cars were damaged after part of a building's roof blew off.
Roads and railways were blocked by debris; a main motorway linking Lisbon to the north was affected.
Dangerous sea conditions led to a red weather warning with waves up to 14 meters high.
Portugal stayed on high alert, with officials advising residents in affected areas to stay indoors.
A severe winter storm named Winter Storm Fern caused massive power outages in Mississippi and Tennessee. Over 400,000 people lost electricity due to ice, downed trees, and power lines, with continued cold weather slowing repair efforts. Emergency crews are working to restore power as hazardous conditions persist.
Key Facts
Winter Storm Fern affected Mississippi and Tennessee, leading to more than 400,000 power outages.
Over 175,000 people in Tennessee, including about 120,000 in Nashville, are without power.
Mississippi might take until the weekend to restore power due to significant damage, including broken poles and downed power lines.
Crews face delays from icy roads, cold temperatures, and strong winds.
Tennessee reported 189 broken power poles, with workers on long shifts to fix outages.
Warming shelters opened, but people are advised to stay off dangerous roads.
The storm impacted more than a dozen states and caused at least 29 deaths.
Utility companies are attempting repairs, but full power restoration could take days.
In 2025, threats against members of the U.S. Congress, their families, and staff increased significantly. The U.S. Capitol Police reported nearly 15,000 cases of threats, marking a 60% rise from the previous year. The report follows recent assaults on Congress members, including Rep. Ilhan Omar and Rep. Maxwell Frost.
Key Facts
Capitol Police investigated nearly 15,000 threat cases against Congress members in 2025.
This was a 60% increase from the 9,474 cases in 2024.
An attack on Rep. Ilhan Omar occurred at a town hall, where a man sprayed her with liquid from a syringe.
The attacker of Rep. Omar was arrested and charged with third-degree assault.
Rep. Maxwell Frost was punched at the Sundance Film Festival the same week.
Threats have been rising over the years, from under 4,000 in 2017 to over 8,600 in 2020.
The data was released by the Capitol Police shortly after these incidents.
Threat levels often rise during election years, according to Capitol Police.
A plane with 15 people on board went missing in northern Colombia. The Beechcraft 1900 lost contact just before it was due to land in Ocaña, near the Venezuelan border. Colombian authorities have started a search operation in the mountainous area to find the plane.
Key Facts
A plane with 15 people, including 13 passengers and 2 crew, has disappeared in Colombia.
The plane is a Beechcraft 1900 operated by state-owned airline Satena.
It was supposed to land in Ocaña at 12:05 local time, but contact was lost at 11:54.
The aircraft took off from Cúcuta, which is about 100 kilometers from Ocaña.
Colombian armed forces are involved in the search for the plane.
A hotline has been set up for the relatives of those on board.
A Colombian lawmaker might have been among the passengers.
The search area includes regions controlled by the ELN guerrilla group.
A woman discovered that T-bone steaks brought by her father-in-law had been frozen since 2014. Despite being safe to eat according to the USDA, the long storage time affected their quality, making them unappetizing. The incident spurred discussions online about food storage, taste degradation, and proper labeling.
Key Facts
A father-in-law brought frozen meat, including T-bone steaks, found to have been frozen since 2014.
The USDA states that meat can be safely frozen indefinitely if kept at 0°F.
Frozen meat's taste and texture can degrade severely with long storage.
Experts say chemical reactions continue slowly at frozen temperatures, impacting food quality.
The USDA recommends using uncooked steaks and roasts within 4 to 12 months for the best quality.
Despite being safe, the woman and her partner chose not to cook the meat.
Coleman Natural Foods warns freezer burn affects texture, making meat dry and leathery.
Online reactions included disbelief and humor, with some recalling similar experiences.
Israel’s Supreme Court has delayed a decision on allowing foreign journalists independent access to Gaza. The court gave the government until March 31 to respond to a petition from the Foreign Press Association, which wants the ban lifted. This ban has stopped international reporters from entering Gaza according to their own plans for over a year, needing them to be with the Israeli army.
Key Facts
Israel’s Supreme Court postponed its decision on foreign media access to Gaza.
The government must respond by March 31 to the Foreign Press Association's petition.
Foreign journalists have been banned from independently entering Gaza for over a year.
To report in Gaza, journalists must embed with the Israeli army.
The court expressed frustration with the government's use of security risks as a reason.
Gaza had a ceasefire in 2025, but attacks have continued, causing over 400 deaths.
The Foreign Press Association represents 370 journalists from 130 media outlets.
This is the ninth delay in the court’s decision process since September 2024.
France now supports the European Union's move to label Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist group. This decision follows Iran's actions against antigovernment protests. EU foreign ministers are meeting to discuss sanctions.
Key Facts
France supports designating Iran's IRGC as a terrorist group along with the EU.
The decision is connected to Iran's crackdown on antigovernment protests.
The EU foreign ministers are meeting in Brussels to finalize these sanctions.
Italy is leading the push for labeling the IRGC as a terrorist group in the EU.
The IRGC, formed after Iran's 1979 revolution, is part of Iran's military.
France had concerns about the impact on diplomatic relations with Iran.
The protests in Iran began due to high inflation and economic issues.
Former US President Trump labeled the IRGC a terrorist group in 2019.
Iran has warned of serious consequences if the EU follows through with this plan.
Tommaso Ciampa, a former WWE wrestler, made his debut in All Elite Wrestling (AEW) on the show "Dynamite." This follows the expiration of his WWE contract, allowing him to join AEW as a free agent and accept a match challenge for an upcoming event.
Key Facts
Tommaso Ciampa is a former WWE wrestler who recently left the company.
His WWE contract expired, allowing him to join other wrestling promotions immediately.
Ciampa made his debut on AEW's "Dynamite" show.
Current TNT Champion Mark Briscoe issued an open challenge, which Ciampa accepted.
The open challenge comes with a condition that challengers cannot be part of the Don Callis Family.
The challenge acceptance sets up a match for AEW's "Collision" show in Arlington, Texas.
During a Senate Foreign Affairs Committee hearing, U.S. officials discussed actions taken in Venezuela, including military operations and removing Nicolás Maduro from power. Senator Marco Rubio argued that these actions were necessary for Venezuela's future prosperity and security. The U.S. plans to control Venezuelan oil profits to aid in the country's recovery.
Key Facts
A U.S. Senate hearing was held to discuss actions in Venezuela, including military operations.
The U.S. military removed Nicolás Maduro and he is facing charges in the U.S.
Senator Marco Rubio stated that the U.S. is not at war with Venezuela.
The U.S. plans to manage Venezuelan oil profits to support recovery efforts.
Oil profits are initially held in an account in Qatar and will move to a U.S. account.
U.S. officials believe these actions will lead to stability and prosperity in Venezuela.
The Venezuelan government must request use of oil funds for specific needs approved by the U.S.
President Donald Trump stated that his administration aims to "de-escalate a little" the current tensions in Minneapolis following a shooting by federal immigration agents. Local protests continue after a U.S. citizen, Alex Pretti, was shot, and a video challenges the initial government claims about the incident. Democratic Representative Ihan Omar was also attacked at a local event amid the ongoing unrest.
Key Facts
President Trump mentioned plans to reduce tensions in Minneapolis.
Protests are happening after federal agents shot a U.S. citizen named Alex Pretti.
Initial claims by the government described Pretti as a "domestic terrorist," but video evidence disputes this.
Democratic Representative Ihan Omar was attacked at a local event in Minneapolis.
Thousands of federal immigration agents, known as ICE, are still present in Minnesota.
Discussions are ongoing about whether the administration can reduce the current unrest.
The report comes from the Americast podcast by BBC News.
A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent tried to enter the Ecuadorian consulate in Minneapolis, but was not allowed inside by consulate staff. In response, Ecuador's foreign minister issued a formal complaint to prevent such incidents from happening in other U.S. consular offices.
Key Facts
An ICE agent attempted to enter the Ecuadorian consulate in Minneapolis.
Consulate staff denied entry to the ICE agent.
Ecuador activated emergency protocols following the incident.
Ecuador's foreign minister lodged a formal protest against the intrusion.
The incident was caught on video, according to the Ecuadorian government.
Ecuador seeks to prevent similar attempts at its other U.S. consular offices.
