The day's dominant editorial focus was the Catholic Church's largest schism in over 150 years, with at least 750 rebel priests excommunicated by the Pope. This story led evening coverage across multiple outlets. Earlier, the government's bypassing of Minister Poutala in a €10 million sports grant dominated morning headlines, with HS repeatedly reporting on the internal conflict. The Rydman-Kokoomus feud over state subsidies continued to escalate, with Rydman accusing colleagues of being 'out of touch'. International news included a US warning to Poland about Russian plans, Russia's revised history textbook praising Trump, and a historic state of emergency in New York. The Kulosaari fatal taxi accident remained in focus, with the driver's identity revealed. World Cup coverage, including Egypt's penalty shootout victory, filled sports sections.