Norway’s ‘Pop Idol’ Wins World Title

The Associated Press reports Kurt Nilsen of Norway won the ‘World Idol’ competition on Thursday when he triumphed in a singing competition with ‘Idol’ winners from 10 other nations. ‘American Idol’ champ Kelly Clarkson won second place, and Belgium’s Peter Everard came in third when the vote was announced on Britain’s ITV television following the New Year’s Day broadcast of the international singing competition. “This is totally amazing,” said a thrilled and tearful Nilsen. “I love you guys,” he told the 10 other competitors.