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A Eurocrat's guide to watching the Eurovision Grand Final

From rural areas to climate change: There’s more EU policy in this year's Eurovision entries than Europapa.

Culture news

Israel qualifies for Eurovision final amid protest

Politics continue to loom large during this year's Eurovision Song Contest. Singer Eden Golan performed her song 'Hurricane' and secured her spot in Saturday’s final while almost 12,000 people protested Israel's participation in the competition over the war in Gaza.

Culture news

On stage protests and anti-Israel rallies overshadow Eurovision 2024

From Eric Saade to Ireland's Bambie Thug, on stage protests have taken place as authorities in Swedish city of Malmö are on full alert, with the second semi-final taking place today.

Culture news

Ukraine Eurovision winner says boycott not an option for country

The Ukrainian singer, who won Eurovision in 2016, made the comments amid widespread calls for participants to boycott this year’s song contest owing to the continued inclusion of Israel.

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Europe's pursuit of metals exacts a toll on Sweden's Sámi community

Europe is striving to increase its domestic production of metals. Mines located in Northern Sweden will play a crucial role in fulfilling the EU's objectives, but they are already encountering resistance from local communities, foreshadowing potential challenges that may arise throughout the EU.

Culture news

Who will win Eurovision 2024? Here are Euronews Culture's predictions

"12 POINTS TO..." Here are our predictions on which act will win Eurovision this year.

Culture news

Eurovision vows to remove Palestinian flags or symbols

Organisers of the Eurovision Song Contest have said they reserve the right to remove any Palestine flags from the competition, due to take place 7-11 May.

Culture news

ABBA experience opens in Malmö ahead of Eurovision Song Contest

Fans will be able to immerse themselves in the complete ABBA experience for the first time ever during the two weeks of the Eurovision Song Contest, hosted in Malmö.

Culture news

How is Sweden preparing for the most controversial Eurovision yet?

Security preparations for this year’s Eurovision come as Sweden is considered by police to be a “priority target” for Islamist terrorist groups. Add concerns over planned protests regarding Israel's involvement, cyberattacks and Sweden's NATO membership, and 2024's contest seems overcast by fear.

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The display consists of artefacts, costumes and live performances

ABBA World celebrates 50 years since the Swedish foursome won the Eurovision Song Contest with their hit song, Waterloo, in 1974. The exhibition fuses aspects of the supergroup, past and present.

World News

Swedish police to investigate reports of leaks to violent gangs

Sweden has struggled with a surge in violence in recent years as gangs fight for control of drug markets.

Smart Regions

Ports in Baltic Sea cut emissions with novel maritime traffic system

In partnership with the European Commission

The Port Activity App, developed as part of the European 'EfficientFlow' project, allows merchants to coordinate port calls and save on fuel.

Tech News

Alcohol sales disrupted in Sweden after reported ransomware attack

Sweden’s alcohol retail monopoly says 15 per cent of its sales volume has been impacted.

Culture news

How did these 90s one-hit-wonders become most played artist ever?

Yes, you read correctly. Rednex, the 90s Eurodance band, have broken a YouTube record to beat Adele's best efforts. And now, their hit ‘Cotten Eye Joe’ has been heard by 4% of the world's population.

Destinations

An essential guide to Eurovision's host city, Malmö

Here’s where you should eat, drink and explore in Malmö, Eurovision’s 2024 host city.

Sweden

Sweden's parliament makes it easier for young people to change gender

The centre-right governing coalition's two biggest parties supported the legislation, which ultimately passed easily.

Sweden

Swedish PM on shooting: 'Another line has been crossed'

Stockholm shooting: PM says 'another line has been crossed' after son watched his father be shot in confrontation.

Mobility

New Swedish app gives money for reporting wrongly parked cars

A Swedish company has launched a new app which lets its users earn money by reporting wrongly parked cars.

Sweden

'Shrouded in secrecy': Sweden expels Chinese journalist

Swedish authorities claim the reporter was a threat to national security.

Germany

German officials break ground for major electric car battery factory

3,000 jobs will be created at the Northvolt plant in the town of Heide in Schleswig-Holstein.

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