Evening News Roundup: Storms, Trials, and Olympic Surprises Dominate Headlines
February 4, 2026, saw a flurry of activity across Europe, ranging from severe weather in Spain to legal proceedings in Norway and an unexpected celebrity appearance in Italy.
Spain reeled from the impact of Storm Leonardo, which brought heavy rainfall and widespread flooding to Andalucía. According to Euronews, approximately 3,000 people were evacuated from Cádiz, Jaén, and Málaga. Roads were cut off, homes were flooded, and high-speed train services were suspended. Schools were closed throughout the region, except in Almería. Red alerts were issued for Grazalema, Ronda, and the Strait of Gibraltar, with forecasts predicting up to 150 liters of rain per square meter. Rivers rose to critical levels in at least 19 areas, prompting emergency crews to monitor riverbeds and residents to assist in bailing water from flooded homes.
In Norway, Marius Borg Hoiby, the son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, appeared in court to face 38 charges, including rape and domestic violence. Sky News reported that the 29-year-old denied that videos found on his phone depicted acts of rape. Hoiby reportedly broke down during his testimony, stating that his mother's position as Crown Princess led to "an extreme need for affirmation." He could face years in prison if convicted on the most serious charges.
Meanwhile, in Italy, Snoop Dogg made a surprise appearance at the Olympic torch relay in Gallarate, near Milan. Euronews reported that the rapper, dressed in the official white kit, jogged, danced, and waved to crowds along the route from Via Pegoraro to Piazza Libertà. Snoop Dogg, already a familiar face from the Paris 2024 Olympics, is part of NBC's Olympic team for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games.
In other news, Estonian President Alar Karis told Euronews that Europe must strengthen its defense capabilities to avoid "testing Article 5" of NATO. He expressed confidence that the United States would honor Article 5, despite recent turbulence in the transatlantic relationship under President Donald Trump. Karis added that the bloc has long been "naive" about its security.
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