Papal Diplomacy in Madrid: Pope Leo XIV delivered a major address to Spain’s Parliament, framing the Church’s role as “closeness” and service to the human person, with the visit underscoring Spain’s ongoing debate over faith, politics and social cohesion. Sagrada Familia Centenary: In Barcelona, the pope marked Antoni Gaudí’s centenary with Mass at the Sagrada Familia, calling the basilica a “sign of unity and harmony” and highlighting the project’s continuing journey. Migration Focus in the Canaries: The pope’s final leg heads to the Canary Islands, where he meets migrants and church groups and commemorates the “dock of shame” tragedy, as Spain defends legalization and humanitarian integration. Real Madrid Coaching Shake-up: Benfica confirmed José Mourinho’s departure to Real Madrid, while Marco Silva was named as Mourinho’s successor in Lisbon. Football Transfer Drama: Reports keep swirling around Real Madrid’s pursuit of Julián Álvarez and Barcelona’s stance on Marcus Rashford, as rivals trade bids and public jabs. Sports Betting Controversy: Osasuna denied using prediction markets for relegation insurance, insisting it bought a conventional policy instead. Public Health on the Move: Canary Islands authorities deployed around 300 medical professionals for the pope’s visit, including field hospitals and emergency vehicles. Tourism Warning: A US tourist in Rome sparked backlash after claiming she was overcharged for gelato, fueling fresh scrutiny of tourist-area scams.