Eurovision 2026

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Noam thanks supporters after controversial Eurovision second place

“Everyone is very, very proud of you,” Netanyahu said to Bettan, who replied that it was a “great privilege” to represent Israel at the competition.

17/05/2026

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Watch: Tears and confetti as Bulgaria's Dara lifts Eurovision trophy

Bulgarian singer Dara wins 70th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest, beating 24 other countries to take the crown of the world's biggest live televised music show.

17/05/2026

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Bulgaria wins Eurovision 2026 as public push Israel into second place

Bulgaria is celebrating victory at the Eurovision 2026 grand final following a nail-biting final which saw Israel relegated to second place after a huge public vote decided the winner.

17/05/2026

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Eurovision final in Vienna overshadowed by protests over Israel’s participation

Hundreds protested in Vienna against Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2026 as security was tightened around the Wiener Stadthalle before the grand final, amid tensions linked to the war in Gaza.

16/05/2026

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These are the best places to watch the Eurovision 2026 final

From bars to live music venues and public arenas, Eurovision Song Contest fans will be spoilt for choice when it comes to viewing options for Saturday's Grand Final.

16/05/2026

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Watch: Beyond Eurovision's glitter - how geopolitics became the biggest act in Vienna

Have you ever wondered what makes a hit in 2026? According to Spotify, a song should have a tempo of 127 beats per minute, a four-four time signature, and the key of F Major. But this year, the biggest hit at Eurovision is not a melody; it is the politics.

15/05/2026

Europe Today

Allowing Israel to part in Eurovision 'wrong from the beginning'

Eurovision is 'whitewashing’ the Israel-Hamas war by allowing Israel to compete, Spain's Minister of Culture Ernest Urtasun told Euronews in exclusive comments.

15/05/2026

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Eurovision 2026: Which ten countries complete the card for the final?

The Eurovision Song Contest's final lineup has been decided, with five more countries on their way home after failing to make it out of second semifinal on Thursday.

15/05/2026

Europe Today

Latvia in turmoil: PM resigns over drone incursion — what now?

Latvia, an EU and NATO member, is facing political turmoil after PM Evika Siliņa resigned yesterday following a drone incursion described as a major security failure. Europe Today has exclusive comments from former Defence Minister Andris Sprūds, who also stepped down this week.

15/05/2026

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Favourite Finland and Israel make it to Eurovision final

Acts from 15 countries performed their 3-minute songs onstage – often with eye-catching choreography and pyrotechnics – in a bid for votes from juries in participating nations and viewers around the world.

13/05/2026

Europe Today

Ireland hopes new Budapest government will allow for Ukraine's EU path

Ireland's Minister of State for European Affairs and Defence Thomas Byrne said the European Union must continue increasing pressure on Russia through sanctions, military support and diplomatic efforts.

12/05/2026

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Eurovision Song Contest: Who are the most popular artists of all time?

Spotify’s new research reveals the most streamed entries in the history of the Eurovision Song Contest and key factors shared by winning entries.

12/05/2026

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Eurovision 2026 kicks off with turquoise carpet parade in Vienna

Images show large crowds gather to welcome contestants for the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest on the Turquoise Carpet in Vienna.

11/05/2026

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Eurovision 2026 semi-finals: All you need to know

Discord over Israel's participation and its war in Gaza has dominated the build-up to this year's Eurovision Song Contest. Now, on the eve of the start of the semi-finals, here’s a breakdown of who's set to perform when and what to expect.

11/05/2026

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Eurovision crisis: Protesters in Serbia urge boycott over Israel

"United by Music"? “A Eurovision without Israel would mean defending the ideals that this event proclaims,” a statement by the protest organizers said.

29/04/2026

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Slovenia to broadcast films about Palestine instead of Eurovision

Slovenia joins Ireland and Spain in not broadcasting this year’s Eurovision Song Contest after a decision to boycott the live event over Israel’s participation.

24/04/2026