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Eurovision Song Contest to release tribute film to celebrate 70th anniversary

The annual song competition first took place on May 24, 1956.

Evening Standard

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

The Independent UK

Netanyahu congratulates Israel’s Eurovision runner-up after contest overshadowed by boycott row

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu congratulated Noam Bettan after Israel finished second in this year’s Eurovision Song Contest on Saturday, May 16.

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SNL UK concludes series with lowest ever audience figures: ‘Sad it’s over’

The comedy sketch show was up against the Eurovision Song Contest for viewers

The Independent UK

Bulgaria wins Eurovision Song Contest, Israel comes second again

Bulgaria won the Eurovision Song Contest for the first time on Saturday in a final overshadowed by five countries' boycott over Gaza, claiming a dramatic victory despite another big public vote for Israel that again secured it second place. France finished in 11th place.

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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.

Euronews

The 10 best performances at the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest

The 2026 Eurovision Song Contest final in Vienna has showcased acts from 25 countries

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70th Eurovision song contest grand final – as it happened

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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

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Eurovision Song Contest host Graham Norton asked when he will retire

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The Independent UK

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

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

How to watch the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final online for FREE from anywhere

25 countries and only one winner. How are you going to vote? Here's how to watch Eurovision 2026 Grand Final online and for free from anywhere.

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Artists launch alternative Eurovision events to protest Israel’s inclusion

Palestinian songwriter Bashar Murad performed at an alternative concert in Brussels, joining a broader protest movement against Israel's participation in this week's Eurovision Song Contest. The protests are driven by widespread anger over Israel's military campaign in Gaza and other regions, with activists and human rights groups advocating for Israel's…

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Euronews

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.

The Conversation

How public voting has turned Eurovision from a song contest into a political platform

Australian singer Delta Goodrem has advanced to the Eurovision Song Contest grand final after days of online hype, fan campaigning and betting speculation surrounding her performance of Eclipse.

The Independent UK

Love Island star’s Eurovision performance leaves fans divided

A Love Island star’s performance at the Eurovision Song Contest has left viewers divided.

The Conversation

Eurovision Song Contest: what the science of statistics reveals about an infamous voting scandal

The Eurovision Song Contest was founded 70 years ago as a way for Europe, divided after war, to come together by celebrating its music. Every year, several dozen countries across the continent – and, more recently, far beyond – compete in what is considered the world’s most viewed non-sporting event.

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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.

Euronews

Eurovision semi-finals: What to expect, how to watch and who is among favourites to win

Discord over Israel's participation and its war in Gaza has dominated the build-up to this year's Eurovision Song Contest. Now, on the eve of the start of the semi-finals, here’s a breakdown of who's set to perform when and what to expect.

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.

The Independent UK

Protests heard during Israel performance at Eurovision Song Contest semi-final

Israel’s Eurovision Song Contest performance was met with audible protests during tonight’s (May 12) semi-final.

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

Eurovision Song Contest 2026: The most streamed entries of all time and the people’s winners

Spotify’s new research reveals the most streamed entries in the history of the Eurovision Song Contest and key factors shared by winning entries.

The Independent UK

Why Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2026 is so controversial

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

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