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Eurovision 2026: Palestinian flags and booing will not be censored
Austrian public broadcaster ORF, host of the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest, has confirmed it will not prohibit the Palestinian flag or drown out any booing aimed at Israel's performance. "Our task is to show things as they are."
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Donald Trump's 'vile' reaction to Rob Reiner’s murder slammed online
"To use someone’s tragic death to promote your own vanity and fascist authoritarian agenda is a corrupt and narcissistic sin.”
Donald Trump's personal attack on Rob Reiner, following the death of the acclaimed director and his wife, has been criticised.
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TIME Person of the Year 2025 announced – and it’s not a person
This is not the first time the magazine has picked a non-human as its Person of the Year, and 2025's choice reflects the domination of AI in news, public debate, as well as modern anxieties surrounding the rise of artificial intelligence.
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White House manipulate clip of Sabrina Carpenter for new ICE video
The pop star criticized the White House last week for their use of her song in an ICE video, describing it as "evil and disgusting". The Trump administration have now doubled down with a manipulated clip of the singer - once again used to promote ICE.
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Eurovision 2026 crisis: Israel kept in - Who’s out and what next?
The organizers of next year's Eurovision Song Contest announced they were allowing Israel to compete. This drew quick announcements of withdrawals from several European countries critical of the Israeli offensive in Gaza. Here's everything you need to know and what might be next for Eurovision 2026.
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Eurovision members debate Israeli boycott – will there be a vote?
Israel's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest is being debated at a two-day meeting of member broadcasters in Geneva starting today. Eurovision could vote on Israel’s involvement as more countries threaten boycott next year’s event in Austria.
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Spotify Wrapped: What are the biggest artists and songs of 2025?
Spotify Wrapped has launched for 2025, showing music fans their most listened to artists, songs, albums and more. It also provides global trends for music listening and has revealed that Bad Bunny has broken Taylor Swift's two-year winning streak.
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Donald Trump calls female reporter ‘ugly’ after recent ‘piggy’ insult
In a Truth Social post, Donald Trump lashed out at New York Times journalist Katie Rogers after an article questioned whether he was showing signs of fatigue. He responded by calling the reporter “ugly” - only days after backlash regarding his “piggy” insult, aimed towards another female reporter.
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What are Eurovision's new rules after Israel 'interference’ claims?
Eurovision is changing its voting system, following allegations of "interference" by Israel's government this year. Key changes include a cap on audience voting, the return of professional juries to the semi-finals, clearer rules around promotion of artists, and enhanced security safeguards.