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Eurovision 2026 boycott explained as countries and broadcasters pull out over Israel's war in Gaza

Five countries who are Eurovision’s biggest financial contributors are refusing to take part this year

Evening Standard

Eurovision begins in Vienna amid Israel boycott row and heightened security

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The Independent UK

Eurovision 2026 live: Bulgaria wins nail-biting final as Israel comes second and UK comes dead last

Bulgaria’s DARA wins with her song ‘Bangaranga’, while Israel landed in a close second place for the second year running

The Independent UK

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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

Woe Vienna? Boycotts and blackouts mar buildup as Eurovision 2026 begins

Usually joyous song contest ‘a little bit sad’ this year, says one expert, with rows over Israel and costs to the fore

The Guardian - UK

Look Mum No Computer says run-up to Eurovision ‘a lot of work’

The YouTube star, whose real name is Sam Battle, will take to the stage in Vienna, Austria later this week.

Evening Standard

The best Champions League travel routes for Arsenal fans as prices soar

Exclusive: Direct air fares from London to the Hungarian capital start at around £1,000, with a night in an ‘economy double’ hotel room priced at £2,000

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Vienna plumber becomes millionaire after tugging a rope and finding 66 pounds of hidden gold in Austria

The unearthing of a multi-million dollar hoard in Vienna has captured the world's imagination. What began as a simple renovation quickly turned into an event of historical significance. In the Penzing district, a plumber stumbled upon a mysterious rope sticking out from the concrete floor of a basement. Curious, he…

The Times of India

Vienna’s public transport is the envy of the world – so why can’t it ditch cars?

Austrian capital mulls expanding tram network and park-and-ride car parks in effort to reduce private vehicle use

The Guardian - UK

Klimt’s hidden masterpieces revealed in unique behind-the-scenes Vienna tour

Gustav Klimt's early works in Vienna are now accessible to the public for the first time

The Independent UK

Austria expels three Russian Embassy staff over suspected antenna spying in Vienna

The Russian Embassy said in a statement on Monday that it had taken note of Austria's "outrageous" decision concerning its employees.

Euronews

Austria expels three Russian embassy staff after ‘forest of antennae’ discovered

Austrian foreign minister says Russian diplomatic mission in Vienna was being used for illicit collection of data

The Guardian - UK

Austria expels 3 Russian Embassy staff over suspected antenna spying in Vienna

Austria has expelled three Russian Embassy employees suspected of espionage using antennas on diplomatic buildings

The Independent UK

Eurovision Song Contest 2026: How to watch the semi-final in Vienna

This year’s Eurovision grand final will take place in Vienna, Austria in what will be the contest’s 70th edition. There are 35 countries competing in total. There are two semi-finals and these will take place on Tuesday 12 May and Thursday 14 May. The top 10 countries from each semi…

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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

BBC unveils its Eurovision 2026 coverage – including Scott Mills’ replacement

Graham Norton and Rylan among the presenters returning to regular fan-favourite spots, as contest takes place in Vienna

The Guardian - UK

Austrian man pleads guilty to plotting attack on Taylor Swift concert in Vienna

Defendant, 21, in court with second man over alleged scheme to kill music fans outside Vienna stadium

International Business Times UK

Austrian Man With Alleged ISIS Links Admits He Was Planning Terror Attack Against Taylor Swift's Eras Tour

An Austrian man has admitted in court to helping plan a terror attack targeting Taylor Swift's Eras Tour concerts in Vienna, which were cancelled in 2024 after a CIA tip-off.

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The Independent UK

Alleged Islamic State terrorist ‘pleads guilty to Taylor Swift Vienna concert plot’

Beran A. could be sentenced to up to 20 years in prison

Euronews

Austrian man accused of plotting Taylor Swift concert attack pleads guilty

The man accused of plotting to attack one of Taylor Swift’s concerts in Vienna in 2024 pleads guilty. He could be sentenced to up to 20 years in prison.

The Independent UK

Trial of Austrian man accused of plotting to attack a Taylor Swift concert set to begin

The trial against a man accused of pledging allegiance to the Islamic State group and plotting to attack one of superstar singer Taylor Swift’s concerts in Vienna nearly two years ago is set to begin in Austria

International Business Times UK

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: The Definitive UK Retort That Shut Down Kremlin's Ominous 'Sleep Well' Threat

At the OSCE in Vienna, the UK envoy rejects Moscow's latest threat in blunt terms and demands the release of three detained monitors, signalling no shift in Britain's stance.

MusicRadar

“We reject Eurovision being used to whitewash and normalise Israel’s genocide, siege and brutal military occupation against Palestinians”: Brian Eno, Paul Weller, Massive Attack and others call for Israel to be kicked out of Eurovision

The event goes ahead in Vienna on May 16

The Independent UK

Look Mum No Computer makes candid admission at live Eurovision performance

The UK’s Eurovision entry said he would be doing the song contest ‘my own way and hoping for the best’

Evening Standard

Look Mum No Computer: ‘I’ve missed the concept of sleep’ in run-up to Eurovision

The final will take place on Saturday May 16.

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