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The Latest: The grand final in this year's Eurovision Song Contest gets underway in Vienna

The Eurovision Song Contest's final is underway with tight security and rainy weather failing to dampen fans' enthusiasm

The Independent UK

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.

Euronews

Eurovision 2026: Bulgaria wins as nail-biting final sees Israel finish second

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.

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How to watch Eurovision 2026 online for FREE– stream Grand Final live from Vienna

The grand final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna takes place on Saturday, May 16. Here's how to watch Eurovision 2026 online and for free – from anywhere in the world

TechRadar

How Eurovision can transform a city's brand

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Eurovision gears up for boycotted final, with fiery Finns favourites

A fiery Finnish violinist-singer duo followed by an Australian star are the favourites to win Saturday's Eurovision grand final, with the contest hit by an unprecedented boycott over Israel's participation.

Radio France Internationale

From Vienna to Bergen: The best places to watch the Eurovision 2026 grand 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.

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Spain's Eurovision boycott over Israeli participation leaves contest fans torn

Spain is boycotting this year’s edition of the Eurovision Song Contest, after repeatedly expressing disapproval over Israel’s participation

The Independent UK

TV tonight: nil points for United Kingdom? It’s time to find out!

The Eurovision grand final kicks off in Vienna, with Graham Norton’s iconic commentary. Plus: Ncuti Gatwa takes SNL UK on a victory lap. Here’s what to watch this evening

The Guardian - UK

The Eurovision Song Contest reaches its grand final in Vienna with pop and protests

The Eurovision Song Contest final arrives Saturday with tight security and rainy weather failing to dampen fans' enthusiasm

The Independent UK

Protesters accuse Eurovision of ‘normalisation of war crimes’ at Vienna event

Eurovision’s grand final will take place on Saturday.

Evening Standard

Lufthansa steals Eurovision airline contest crown from easyJet for Vienna 2026

Aviation expert ranks European airlines according to flights and seats heading for the Austrian capital this weekend

The Independent UK

From men on dog leads to public breast-fondling, Valie Export’s art demanded a total feminist revolution

The performance artist was a brilliantly subversive pioneer whose work exposed the predicament of women living in a world that was not made for us

The Guardian - UK

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.

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Eurovision Song Contest 2026: Ten more countries complete lineup for Saturday's finale

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.

Evening Standard

‘We’re desperate for points’: UK Eurovision fans flock to Vienna for semi-final

British fans have turned out to support Look Mum No Computer, whose real name is Sam Battle,

The Independent UK

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

Israeli singer said he has practiced performing while being booed

TechRadar

How to watch Eurovision 2026 Semi-Final 2 online for FREE

15 more countries go head-to-head in the second semi-final of Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna. Here's how to watch Eurovision 2026 Semi-Final 2 online and for free from anywhere.

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Eurovision Security Drags Protester Out In Handcuffs As Crowd Screams 'Stop The Genocide' During Israel Performance

A protester was reportedly removed in handcuffs as chants of 'Stop the genocide' echoed through the arena during Israel's Eurovision 2026 performance in Vienna, sparking major backlash online.

Euronews

Favourite Finland and Israel make it through 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.

Radio France Internationale

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.

The Independent UK

Eurovision 2026: Running order for tonight’s final and which countries are competing

UK’s Look Mum No Computer will be competing against favourites including Finland, Greece and Australia

The Guardian - UK

Trams are the best way to get Britain moving

Letters: Responding to an article on Vienna’s public transport, Prof Lewis Lesley praises trams’ value for money in alleviating city congestion

TechRadar

How to watch Eurovision Song Contest 2026 semi-final 1 — Free Streams, Release Date & TV Schedule

15 countries go head-to-head in the first semi-final of Eurovision Song Contest 2026 as Vienna plays host to the popular musical competition.

Euronews

Why are antennas on Russian diplomatic buildings sparking concern in Europe?

Austria recently expelled three Russian diplomats over alleged espionage activities in Vienna. Researchers, journalists and former intelligence officials say that antenna systems on Russian diplomatic buildings could be the source of the worry.

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