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World Cup 2026: Spain vs Cape Verde Prediction, 87% Win Chance

Spain is heavily favored to beat Cape Verde in their 2026 World Cup opener, with Opta giving them an 87.2% chance of victory, according to Al Jazeera.

Norwegian Crown Princess’s Son Found Guilty of Two Rape Counts

Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit, was found guilty of two counts of rape and sentenced to four years in prison, according to court proceedings.

Kyiv Cathedral Burns in Heavy Russian Air Raids

Russia launched one of its heaviest air raids on Ukraine in weeks, setting fire to a historic cathedral in Kyiv and killing at least four people, according to local officials and the air force.

Rassemblement National leads in France’s 2027 presidential polls

Jordan Bardella, the 31-year-old leader of France's far-right Rassemblement National, is projected to win the 2027 presidential election, according to European Council on Foreign Relations. His potential presidency could reshape French and European politics.

Sweden Beats Tunisia 5-1 in Strong World Cup Start

Sweden defeated Tunisia 5-1 in a strong start to the World Cup, according to Al Jazeera.

Norway Braces for Verdict in Crown Princess’s Son Rape Trial

Norway is preparing for the verdict in the rape trial of Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, according to BBC.

French Town Buries Murdered Child as Police Failings Spark Outcry

An 11-year-old girl named Lyhanna, murdered in southwest France, was buried as public anger grows over police failings that allowed her suspected killer to remain at large, according to the BBC.

Norway’s World Cup Debut After 28 Years: Key Facts

Norway is set to make its first World Cup appearance in 28 years. The team, featuring Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard, will open their campaign against Iraq on June 14 in Boston.

London Council Seizes Social Housing Flat Rented by Sierra Leone First Lady

A social housing flat rented by Sierra Leone’s first lady has been seized by a London council, according to The Guardian.

Wegovy weight-loss pills available in UK for first time

Wegovy weight-loss pills are now available for patients in the UK to buy, making the country the first in Europe to approve the oral version of the drug. Emil Kongshøj Larsen of Novo Nordisk called it a 'landmark approval' that could boost obesity care.