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Pope Leo calls for leaders to reject polarisation as he begins Spanish tour

Pontiff to make marginalised a focus of first papal visit since 2011 including meeting with migrants in the Canaries

The Guardian - UK

Pope calls for end to polarisation on Spain visit

MADRID - Pope Leo XIV on Saturday called for an end to “polarising narratives” and “sterile simplifications” on a visit to Spain expected to focus on the divisive issue of immigration.

Bangkok Post

Pope Leo XIV visits Spain as Church seeks a fresh voice in changing Europe

Pope Leo XIV has begun a weeklong visit to Spain, bringing the American pontiff to one of Europe’s historic centres of Christianity at a moment of political tension, social change and renewed curiosity about faith.

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Pope acknowledges stiff competition from Bad Bunny this weekend

Pope Leo XIV also waded into the Real Madrid Barcelona debate

The Independent UK

Spain welcomes Pope Leo XIV on landmark six-day tour: key events and highlights

Millions are expected to attend events across Spain as Leo XIV combines religious celebrations with high-profile political meetings.

Euronews

What to know about Pope Leo's trip to Spain, from political scandal to Barcelona's architectural gem

Pope Leo XIV’s weeklong visit to Spain will bring him to a once-staunchly Catholic country that has long been in the throes of waning religious practice

The Independent UK

Pope to find a secularized, polarized Spain where the Catholic Church has a complex legacy

Pope Leo XIV’s trip to Spain will bring the American pontiff to a traditional center of European Christianity, where the Catholic Church has a complex legacy and the Socialist-led government is in a political crisis

The Independent UK

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Madrid Becomes Global Gathering Point This Weekend as Pope Leo XIV and Bad Bunny Draw Massive Crowds

As many as 1.5 million people are expected around the Cibeles area during the papal events, while Bad Bunny's concerts across multiple dates could draw roughly 600,000 attendees in total

Latin Times

Divine intervention: why Pope Leo visit could be a godsend for Pedro Sánchez

Pontiff’s resolve to highlight plight of migrants has aligned him with Spanish PM, whose inner circle and party are mired in corruption allegations

The Guardian - UK

Andreeva races past error-prone Kostyuk to reach French Open final

Mirra Andreeva beat an erratic Marta Kostyuk in straight sets at the French Open on Thursday to reach her first Grand Slam final. The 19-year-old from Russia drew on her defeat against the same opponent at the Madrid Open earlier this year to deliver a tactical masterclass at Roland Garros,…

France 24

Erling Haaland to Real Madrid? The Stunning Fall Out From Transfer Promise, What Next?

Riquelme’s outrageous declaration has inspired equally forceful retorts from Haaland and Manchester City.

Sports Illustrated

Man City issue statement after Real Madrid send surprise Erling Haaland transfer claim

Club insist star striker is staying put despite claims from Los Blancos

Evening Standard

Man City consider legal action after Real Madrid presidential candidate vows to sign Erling Haaland

Erling Haaland’s agent and father issued a joint statement calling the election promise as ‘all very entertaining but not true’

The Independent UK

Trump's 'pastor' highlights evangelical surge in Spain in Madrid days before papal visit

With 4,763 places of worship registered in 2025, evangelical churches are growing in Spain, fuelled by Latin American immigration. The trend is clear at mass events such as the Festival of Hope.

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South Summit says 'AI is not a threat' and calls for Europe without '27 different borders'

South Summit opens in Madrid with debate centred on AI, as organisers, investors and politicians call for a more competitive Europe that retains talent and startups.

Sports Illustrated

Florentino Perez Sets Timeline To Announce ‘Major Signing’ at Real Madrid

The 79-year-old teased a big reveal as part of his election campaign.

Sports Illustrated

Real Madrid Release 2026-27 Home Jersey With Never Seen Before Detail

Madrid and adidas presented the design with the slogan “elegance is our identity.”

Euronews

Spain probe targets Socialist party payments to consultant Leire Díez, 3 times more than admitted

The PSOE paid Díez nearly 45,000 euros for communications work between 2015 and 2017, according to documents sent to a Madrid court, as judges probe an alleged scheme to sway cases affecting the party and the government.

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Euronews

Pope tours Spain with 12 speeches and over 2,500 kilometres planned

Pope Leo XIV will travel more than 2,500 kilometres between Madrid, Barcelona, Gran Canaria and Tenerife, and will deliver 12 speeches, as well as five homilies and five greetings. Here is the Pope's schedule by day and time.

Marie Claire

Queen Letizia Adds an Edgy Arm Cuff to Her Little White Dress as She Teams Up With Princess Charlene

The royals both wore summery designer dresses for their meeting in Madrid.

Euronews

€25 million invested, €150 million earned: The 'miraculous' return on the Pope's visit to Spain

In what it hails as a loaves-and-fishes miracle, the Spanish Bishops' Conference says Pope Leon XIV’s trip to Spain will bring in five times its cost, though less than the 2011 visit’s €354 million.

International Business Times UK

Is Pope Leo XIV in Danger? ISIS Issues Chilling Target Warning Against Pontiff Ahead of June 11 Stadium Visit

Pope Leo XIV's visit to Spain faces heightened security due to pro-ISIS propaganda, with large crowds expected and significant political and social implications.

The Independent UK

Rodri to consider future at Man City after World Cup amid Real Madrid links

The 29-year-old has 12 months left to run on his contract at City

Euronews

Fresh blow for Cuba: Iberia halts direct Madrid-Havana flights until November

The Spanish airline is temporarily suspending its direct route to the island due to fuel supply problems. The move adds to recent suspensions by Air France, Turkish Airlines and Air Canada.

Latin Times

Trump Spiritual Adviser Franklin Graham Says President Needs God

Franklin Graham, one of President Donald Trump's most prominent evangelical allies, is trying to draw a line that has become increasingly difficult to see in American politics: the difference between spiritual guidance and political devotion.

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