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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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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.

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Eurovision 2024: Terror threats mount as police issues statement

Swedish police state that the security protocols will be "rigorous" for the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest next month - one of the most controversial editions in recent memory.

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Eurovision calls out harassment of artists over Israel’s participation

Eurovision organisers EBU have called out ‘targeted social media campaigns’ against artists amid reported death threats for Israeli representative Eden Golan.

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Queer artists urge UK’s Eurovision entry to boycott competition

The open letter from Queers for Palestine claims that Israel’s inclusion in Eurovision "would enable and cover up its war crimes and crimes against humanity.”

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Israel will compete at Eurovision after changing lyrics to its song

Organisers have confirmed that Israel will be allowed to compete at the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 after changing the lyrics to its song ‘October Rain’ - now titled ‘Hurricane’.

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Eurovision: Israel U-turns and agrees to controversial lyrics change

Threatened with exclusion, Israel has finally agreed to change its controversial song entry...

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Eurovision 2024: Does Israel face disqualification?

The tug-of-war between Eurovision and Israel continues, as two songs – ‘October Rain’ and its runner up ‘Dance Forever’ - have reportedly been rejected for their "political" nature. Israel has until 11 March to submit a song that complies with the Eurovision rules.

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Euroviews. Don’t silence Israel’s story at Eurovision

If it does not allow Eden Golan to perform her song "October Rain" as written, the EBU would overlook Israel's lived experience, indirectly dismissing the suffering of the Jewish state, Sacha Roytman Dratwa writes.

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Over 400 stars sign letter supporting Israel's inclusion in Eurovision

The letter comes in response to calls to ban the country from entry into this year's Eurovision song contest that's set to take place in Sweden.

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Eurovision 2024: What's the controversy over Spain’s ‘Zorra’ entry?

Call a man a ‘zorro’, he’s a rascal. Call a woman ‘zorra’, she’s a slag. Warning: This article contains language some people may find offensive. Right from the start.

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Unseen moments of Sanremo Festival revealed in Turin photo exhibition

A new photography exhibition offers a candid glimpse into the early golden years of the Sanremo Music Festival through hidden back-stage moments.

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Could this Palestinian singer be representing Iceland at Eurovision?

A Palestinian singer has been named as a participant in Iceland's Eurovision Song Contest selection process, amidst broader discussions about the Nordic country potentially boycotting the event.

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Eurovision 2024: Nordic artists calling for Israel to be banned

Following calls for boycott since it was confirmed that Israel would be participating in this year’s Eurovision Song Contest, more and more petitions are demanding the exclusion of Israel, over alleged war crimes in Gaza.

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Singer eyed as Israel's Eurovision entry dies fighting in Gaza

The Israeli military reservist successfully auditioned for Israel's pick for next year's Eurovision Song Contest, to be held next year in Sweden - amidst calls the contest should be boycotted due to Israel’s inclusion.

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BBC urged to drop Olly Alexander from Eurovision after Israel comments

The UK entrant for next year's Eurovision endorsed a statement by an LGBTQ+ “direct action” pressure group accusing Israel of genocide. Now, several groups are demanding the BBC drop Olly Alexander.

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Boycott Eurovision? Backlash as Israel approved for 2024 Song Contest

"'United by the music' or united by committing a genocide?" Eurovision faces backlash after Israel approved for 2024 participation.

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France's Zoe Clauzure triumphs at Junior Eurovision Song Contest

France has won the junior version of the Eurovision song contest with Zoe Clauzure and her song 'Coeur'.

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Eurovision Song Contest 2024: Swedish city of Malmö chosen to host

It’s official: Malmö will host Eurovision 2024, with the three live shows taking place on 7, 9 and 11 May.

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Eurovision Grand Final to mix pop and politics with glitzy united show

Ten acts from each semi-final have qualified along with last year’s winner Ukraine and the Big Five countries who fund Eurovision - France, Germany, the UK, Spain and Italy.