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Ukraine's Eurovision win shows us that despite arguments to the contrary, the contest has always been political

The 66th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest was held in Turin, Italy on Saturday night. The extravaganza didn’t disappoint in delivering our annual dose of ballads, bops and politics.

The Conversation · May 16, 2022

Eurovision Song Contest bosses issue statement after calls to ban national juries and scrap the jury vote

They admitted certain irregular voting patterns were identified in the results of six countries

Daily Record · May 15, 2022

Eurovision winners Kalush Orchestra will celebrate ‘after the war’ in Ukraine

Ukraine had been the competition favourite since Russia’s invasion.

The Independent UK · May 15, 2022

Maneskin address Eurovision drug taking accusations live on stage

The lead singer had one important tip for this year's winner

Wales Online · May 14, 2022

Eurovision: With Russia excluded, Ukraine wins the political contest

Italy will host the final of the 66th Eurovision Song Contest on Saturday evening with one country notably absent: Russia was excluded from the competition in February following its invasion of Ukraine. Despite the competition organisers' insistence that the contest is a non-political event, the conflict in Europe looks set…

France 24 · May 14, 2022

Eurovision 2022: Why is Russia not competing this year?

Twenty-five countries are taking part in the Eurovision grand final –but Russia isn’t one of them

The Independent UK · May 14, 2022

A fight to the glitter end: Your guide to Eurovision 2022

Peacock will stream the 66th Eurovision Song Contest live on Saturday, May 14th. Here's a highly opinionated guide to keep handy as you watch 25 countries vying for gleefully over-the-top glory.

WEKU · May 13, 2022

Eurovision 2022: Why is Russia not competing this year?

Forty countries will compete in the contest in Italy this week

The Independent UK · May 13, 2022

Eurovision explains why Russia is banned from competing in 2022 competition

Ukraine are among the favourites to win this year's song contest

Manchester Evening News · May 12, 2022

Eurovision: If Ukraine's Kalush Orchestra triumph it won't be a sympathy vote, says an expert

Voting in this year’s Eurovision Song Contest on May 14 in Turin may look different for one specific reason – neither Russia or Belarus are taking part.

The Conversation · May 11, 2022