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Who will win Eurovision 2025? Here are Euronews Culture's predictions

From milkshake men and sauna anthems, to a reimagining of Laika the Soviet space dog’s tragic tale, these are our favourite tracks from the acts competing to win Eurovision 2025.

09/05/2025

Culture news

London Eurovision Party gives fans a taste of what to expect in Basel

The London Eurovision Party kicked off the 2025 contest in style, with 23 acts performing their songs - giving fans a taste of what to expect in Basel.

14/04/2025

Culture news

Tommy Cash sorry for Italian anger over Eurovision 'Espresso' entry

Tommy Cash, Estonia’s Eurovision entry, has responded to accusations that his song ‘Espresso Macchiato’ insults Italians, saying that he never intended to offend.

03/03/2025

Culture news

Eurovision 2025 reveals Lumo, its heart-shaped mascot of unity

As Basel prepares to host the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest, it has now unveiled the mascot which will represent the Swiss city.

27/02/2025

Art

Here's what you can't miss at Art Basel Miami Beach 2024

From Pablo Picasso's masterpieces to a striking xenomorph Alien sculpture, Art Basel Miami Beach has something for everyone. Here's your guide.

05/12/2024

Culture news

Eurovision 2025: Basel referendum validates funding amidst opposition

Voters in the Swiss city of Basel on Sunday approved putting €37.5 million into hosting the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest. With funding approved, the annual event will proceed, despite strong opposition from conservatives.

25/11/2024

Economy

Banks unprepared for next financial crisis, warns new report

Banking regulations must be tightened to ensure financial stability, says Brussels-based NGO Finance Watch. But, it warns, political will is lacking.

24/09/2024

Culture news

Basel chosen as host city for Eurovision 2025

Basel, Switzerland's third biggest city, has been picked to host Eurovision 2025.

30/08/2024

Art

Swiss museum showcases 100 years of Black figurative painting

An ambitious exhibition, showcasing how artists have depicted everyday Black joy in painting over 100 years, has made its way from South Africa to Switzerland.

25/06/2024

Art

Art Basel exhibit features works by Keith Haring and Yayao Kusama

Unlimited, a showcase within the larger Art Basel event, is presenting a curated selection of monumental installations and large-scale artworks, including works from Keith Haring and Yayao Kusama.

12/06/2024

Art

At Art Basel, art cannot be contained to the exhibition booth

June in Switzerland can only mean one thing: Art Basel. The world’s most prestigious art fair opens to the public on Thursday (13 June) – expect fields of wheat, unusual venues, and even an animatronic gorilla.

11/06/2024

Culture news

Swiss exhibition explores the wild and vibrant world of Fauvism

The newly opened exhibition features French masterpieces from the likes of Henri Matisse, André Derain, Raoul Dufy and Maurice de Vlaminck.

02/09/2023

Culture news

What to expect from the Swiss edition of Art Basel

Art Basel, which opens today, is one of the world's most important art buyer's market. Millions of euros are expected to change hands as the fair also takes on new challenges and opportunities presented by AI and digital art.

15/06/2023

Travel News

Ranked: The best and worst European cities for expats

A Spanish city tops the world rankings, but two European capitals are in the bottom 10.

29/11/2022

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Major art fair in Switzerland shows support for Ukraine

The world's leading art fair Art Basel opens in Switzerland for its 2022 edition in a more favourable market climate after a two-year gap due to the pandemic. During a press conference, the organisers reiterated their support for Ukraine.

15/06/2022

Art

Art Basel 2022: Here's what's being showcased at the Swiss art fair

From NFTs, to virtual reality experiences, to enormous installations, what's on offer at this year's Art Basel?

14/06/2022