World Cup Build-Up: Spain and Argentina meet in the 2026 final on Sunday at MetLife Stadium, with Spain chasing a second straight men’s-and-women’s double and Argentina led by Lionel Messi. Sports Storyline: Spain’s run is framed around a suffocating defense, while the Messi–Lamine Yamal “baby photo” backstory keeps going viral ahead of kickoff. Wildfire Crisis in Aragón: Firefighters in northeastern Spain brace for another difficult night as “crazy” winds threaten a blaze that has already burned nearly 12,000 hectares, with evacuations reported and heat warnings in place. Housing Fraud Warning: Spain’s long-term rental squeeze is being exploited by fake landlord scams, with victims losing deposits and advance rent before keys are handed over. Catalonia/Politics: Spain’s Catalan amnesty gets a major boost after the EU court upholds it as compatible with EU law, reinforcing the government’s contentious pact. Local Governance (Bilbao): The PP criticizes Bilbao’s mayor over plans for a giant World Cup screen, arguing it will be a success. Climate Impact Research: CSIC researchers unveil CADI, a tool projecting climate-driven farm productivity decline across the century, with parts of Spain facing losses.