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FORGOTTEN HISTORY: The eurovision song contest | History Defined

Vienna coffeehouse becomes microcosm in tensions around Israel’s Eurovision inclusion

Israeli singer said he has practiced performing while being booed

The Independent UK

Eurovision kicks off in Vienna as five broadcasters boycott contest over Israel

As the Eurovision Song Contest marks its 70th anniversary with the first semi-final in Vienna on Tuesday evening, Europe’s biggest live television music event is unfolding under the shadow of an unprecedented political boycott over Israel’s war in Gaza.

Radio France Internationale

Eurovision song competition starts with the first semifinal after boycott over Israel

The Eurovision Song Contest is starting in Vienna with tensions simmering over Israel's participation

The Independent UK

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Delta Goodrem Is A Favourite At Eurovision 2026 — So What’s The Plan If She Actually Wins?

There’s a pretty good chance that Australia could actually win the Eurovision Song Contest this year. So, what would happen?

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Why Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2026 is so controversial

Five countries are boycotting the competition this year over Israel’s involvement

The Independent UK

What to know about the Eurovision Song Contest as it turns 70 with a Vienna extravaganza

The Eurovision Song Contest is celebrating its 70th anniversary, with political tensions hanging over the musical extravaganza

The Independent UK

Heat, hype, highs: Drug use surges in England during heatwaves, sports events and Eurovision nights

Drug consumption in England rises sharply during heatwaves, bank holiday weekends and major events like football matches and the Eurovision Song Contest, according to a large-scale wastewater study.

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Slovenia refuses to air Eurovision Song Contest 2026 after pulling out of event

A growing list of countries have confirmed they plan to boycott the contest

The Independent UK

Eurovision announces new edition for iconic competition

The Eurovision Song Contest has heralded a “new chapter” as it announced an Asian version of the popular international singing competition.

The Independent UK

Delta Goodrem Has Finally Said Yes To Doing Eurovision & I Think We’re Actually Gonna Win

Following plenty of speculation, it’s finally official: Delta Goodrem is representing Australia at the Eurovision Song Contest.

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Sal Da Vinci wins Italy's Sanremo festival but refuses to say whether he'll sing at Eurovision

With the song 'Per sempre sì', singer-songwriter Sal Da Vinci won the 76th edition of the Sanremo Festival, the musical jamboree watched by millions of Italians that determines who will compete at the Eurovision Song Contest.

Euronews

Eurovision Song Contest announces first-ever tour as it faces boycott over Israel participation

The Europe-wide tour announcement comes amid growing controversy, with several countries boycotting the contest due to Israel's participation.

Euronews

Eurovision 2026 crisis: Italian union calls for boycott of singing contest

The USB union at Italy's state broadcaster RAI has begun a petition calling for Italy to boycott Eurovision 2026 over Israel’s participation. It's seeking 3,000 signatures and urging RAI to follow five other countries in quitting the song competition.

Euronews

35 countries will compete in next year's Eurovision Song Contest after 5 countries announce boycott

Organizers of the Eurovision Song Contest have announced a final list of 35 countries that will take part in the glitzy pop-music gala next year

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Swiss Eurovision champion Nemo returns winner's trophy to protest Israel's inclusion

The contest, which turns 70 in 2026, strives to put pop before politics, but has repeatedly been embroiled in world events.

The Independent UK

What to know about the Eurovision Song Contest as Israel's participation sparks walkouts

The Eurovision Song Contest is facing a major crisis after four countries pulled out over Israel's participation

Euronews

Eurovision crisis: Will there be a vote on Israel’s participation in the 2026 song contest?

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.

The Independent UK

Eurovision chiefs face thorny question of whether Israel should take part in the 2026 song contest

Organizers of the Eurovision Song Contest are discussing whether Israel should be allowed to participate next year

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Eurovision members debate call to boycott Israel

Israel's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest will be debated at a two-day meeting of member broadcasters in Geneva starting Thursday, following calls to exclude the country over its Gaza war tactics.

The Independent UK

Eurovision to change voting rules amid Israel interference claims

Organisers say it will strengthen trust and transparency

Euronews

Canada’s European pivot: Could an inclusion in the Eurovision Song Contest be next?

Canada is exploring the possibility of joining Eurovision, something officials say reflects the country's effort to assert its cultural independence and deepen ties with Europe. The EBU has confirmed early talks are underway, but no decision has been made.

Evening Standard

More than 80% of Britons oppose Israel taking part in Eurovision amid Gaza 'genocide'

The survey found that most want the UK to boycott the Eurovision Song Contest if Israel participates

Al Jazeera

Will a boycott over Israel divide the Eurovision Song Contest?

Netherlands, Iceland, Ireland, Spain and Slovania have said they will not participate in the competition if Israel does.

Evening Standard

Irish deputy premier backs mooted Eurovision boycott over Israel participation

Ireland is among countries which have said they will not take part in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2026 if Israel participates.

The Independent UK

Spain is the latest country to threaten with Eurovision boycott if Israel participates

Spain has joined the group of countries threatening not to participate in the Eurovision Song Contest unless Israel is excluded from the competition over the war in the Gaza Strip

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