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Boy George wants to write the UK’s next Eurovision song

Boy George says he wants to pen Britain’s next Eurovision entry, while questioning the fairness of the contest’s automatic qualifiers.

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Boy George says he wants to write British Eurovision entry

The Culture Club frontman was part of San Marino’s act this year, but was eliminated in the semi-final.

Evening Standard

‘My first drag turn? As Karen Carpenter in hotpants!’ La Voix on swinger cruises, Strictly – and blazing into musicals

From Drag Race to Eurovision to Strictly, La Voix is going stratospheric. And Chris Dennis, the man behind the crimson coiffure, is thrilled. He talks about his cruise ship highs, doing panto with Cilla – and starring in Annie

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Let nationalism arise only in contest

The May 7 decision by the Cabinet to cancel MoU 44 was another disappointing setback in the twisted saga of struggle with Cambodia over land borders and overlapping maritime claims.

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Thursday news quiz: Eurovision winners, Tesla swimmers and Strictly zingers

Test yourself on topical news trivia, pop culture and general knowledge every Thursday. How will you fare?

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Eurovision winner Dara turns Sofia into a giant ‘Bangaranga’ party

Thousands gathered in central Sofia to celebrate Dara after Bulgaria’s first-ever Eurovision victory, with concerts, red carpets and live broadcasts across the city.

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Moldovan public TV chief resigns over Eurovision ‘neighbourhood voting’ lapse

Vlad Țurcan said Moldovan jury’s score of three points for Romania’s entry failed to recognise sensitivities between neighbours

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Eurovision Song Contest 2027 potential host cities: What to do in Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna and Burgas

From the oldest continuously inhabited city in Europe to the Bulgarian Riviera, here’s where the 71st edition might be held.

Euronews

World Ruthlessly Mocks Eurovision Final Marked By Scandal, Blunders And A Surprising Winner

From boycott drama to an unfiltered on-stage celebration, Eurovision 2026 delivered one of the messiest and most meme-worthy finals in recent history.

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Nul points! The UK’s 10 biggest Eurovision flops of all time

From MP-baiting abominations to Engelbert Humperdinck, the UK has sent some real stinkers to the song contest – some so bad artists have even had to change their name. Here are the worst offenders

The Guardian - UK

Watch: Bulgaria welcomes home Eurovision winner Dara with trophy

Eurovision winner Dara returned to Sofia to cheering fans after securing Bulgaria's first-ever victory at the song contest in Vienna.

Euronews

Eurovision 2026: a win for Bulgaria, fourth for Australia, and continued controversy for broadcasters

In a surprising turn of events, Bulgaria have taken home the crystal microphone trophy for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 with Dara’s infectious dance hit Bangaranga.

The Conversation

Bulgaria gives its Eurovision winner Dara a grand welcome upon her return home

Hundreds of cheering fans waving Bulgarian flags have welcomed Eurovision Song Contest winner Dara upon her return home

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Netanyahu congratulates Israel’s Eurovision runner-up

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‘A quiet belief everything’s going to be all right’: Bulgarians celebrate Dara’s Eurovision win with Bangaranga

Bulgaria’s first-ever win in European song contest delivers ray of hope at turbulent time after years of political instability

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10 Photos of Eurovision 2026 Winner, Dara Dude: Bulgaria Wins Amid 5-Nation Boycott as UK Crashes to Last Place With 'Nul Points'

Dara's Bangaranga gives Bulgaria its first Eurovision win in a tense Vienna final marked by protests, a five‑nation boycott and another painful 'nul points' night for the UK.

Euronews

Noam Bettan 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.

The Independent UK

Look Mum No Computer congratulates ‘deserved winner’ of Eurovision

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UK’s 2026 Eurovision entry Look Mum No Computer issues statement after coming last

Youtuber Sam Battle is the third UK entry in a row to earn zero in the public vote

Evening Standard

Eurovision winner Dara had ‘doubt and anxiety’ about taking part in song contest

The 27-year-old won the competition at the Wiener Stadthalle in Vienna, Austria, with her song Bangaranga.

Euronews

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.

Evening Standard

Eurovision 2026: UK’s Look Mum No Computer last as Bulgaria wins first trophy

Bulgaria won the contest for the first time with Israel taking second place amid protests

The Independent UK

UK’s Look Mum No Computer last in Eurovision final as Bulgaria wins first trophy

Bulgaria won the contest for the first time with Israel taking second place.

The Independent UK

Tension, tears and Bangaranga: Bulgaria wins a historic, fraught Eurovision Song Contest

Contest viewed by estimated 120 million people, with Bulgaria beating Israel thanks to huge score in public vote

The Guardian - UK

Bulgaria wins 70th Eurovision contest with Dara and Bangaranga

The UK finished last as the contest, held in Vienna, saw five countries boycott it over the participation of Israel

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