President Donald Trump’s order says children born to parents who are in the United States illegally or temporarily aren’t American citizens. The justices said Friday they’ll hear Trump’s appeal of a lower-court ruling that struck down the citizenship restrictions, which haven’t taken effect. The case will be argued in the spring. Birthright citizenship is the first Trump immigration-related policy to reach the court for a final ruling on its constitutionality.

The Eurovision Song Contest is facing a major crisis after Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland, and Slovenia announced they will not join the 2026 contest in Vienna. Organizers refused to expel Israel over its actions in Gaza. Iceland may also boycott. Eurovision expert Paul Jordan said Friday that a mass exodus is unlikely, but 2026 will be tense. The boycotts could hurt viewership and finances for the contest. More than two dozen countries have confirmed participation and the final list of competing countries is due before the end of December.

The controversial new service law aims to boost Bundeswehr numbers and meet NATO targets, as tensions with Russia spur calls for stronger defense capabilities across Europe. The legislation, backed after months of heated debate, introduces a dual-track system: a more lucrative voluntary service is intended to attract young recruits, but if enlistment falls short, lawmakers can activate needs-based conscription. 

The deal hands control of one of Hollywood’s most prized and oldest assets, its film studios and streaming division, to the streaming pioneer that has upended the media industry. The agreement, announced on Friday, follows a weeks-long bidding war where Netflix seized the lead with a nearly $28-a-share offer that eclipsed Paramount Skydance. Buying the owner of marquee franchises including “Game of Thrones,” “DC Comics,” and “Harry Potter” will further tilt the power balance in Hollywood in favor of the streaming giant.