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While Labour braces for a rout that could see off Starmer, a rising drive to keep out Farage is complicating expectationsLocal elections are often regarded as a referendum on the sitting government, with many previous administrations taking a bloody nose from the electorate but successfully fighting back by the next general election.Senior Labour figures have taken to reeling off a list of midterm results – 1999, 2003, 2012 – to prove that point. “As we get closer to the general election, it will be less about people’s view of the parties generally and more about the actual choice in front of them,” one said. Continue reading...

• D.C. United faces Atlanta United FC on Saturday, March 21, in their third road match of the 2026 MLS season in Atlanta, Georgia. • D.C. recently won 2-1 at Chicago Fire, with Tai Baribo scoring 3 goals this season and Matti Peltola netting his first MLS goal. • Atlanta sits 1-3-0 with 3 points, led by Alexey Miranchuk's 3 goals and Miguel Almiron's 3 assists.

Poland's President Andrzej Duda vetoed legislation on March 14, 2026, blocking access to nearly €44 billion in EU defense loans, escalating tensions with his government. The move comes amid broader EU-US friction over Ukraine support and Middle East conflicts. Critics argue it weakens collective defense as Russia benefits from lifted sanctions. Warsaw anticipates legal challenges and potential EU funding cuts.

Detroit Tigers narrowly beat Toronto Blue Jays on March 14 in Dunedin, Fla., during MLB Spring Training, aired on MLBN at 1 p.m. The close victory helps Detroit fine-tune its roster ahead of the regular season. Key performances from Tigers pitchers and hitters shone in the Grapefruit League matchup. Both teams continue preparations for Opening Day.

New York Yankees defeated Atlanta Braves 6-4 in spring training action on Friday at 1 p.m. ET in North Port, Florida, with Aaron Judge hitting a two-run homer. Other key games included San Diego vs. Oakland split squad and Houston vs. St. Louis in Jupiter. These exhibitions feature top prospects and tune up rosters ahead of Opening Day on March 27. Injuries reported: Yankees' Jazz Chisholm day-to-day with hamstring strain.

Minnesota Timberwolves visit Golden State Warriors at 10 p.m. ET on Prime Video, pitting Anthony Edwards against Stephen Curry. Golden State rides a three-game win streak, while Minnesota boasts the league's top defense at 108.2 points allowed per 100 possessions. A win could tie them for third in the West at 46-22. Key matchup: Rudy Gobert vs. Warriors' small-ball lineups.