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Saunas, lumberjacks and big white towels: what to know about Eurovision favourites Sweden

Their catchy sauna number is a long way from ABBA

Evening Standard · May 16, 2025

Eurovision quiz: Only superfans will be able to get ‘douze points’

Think you know Eurovision inside and out? Test your knowledge with this ultimate quiz, covering everything from nul points to legendary wins, as the 2025 contest kicks off in Switzerland!

The Independent UK · May 16, 2025

Mystery surrounds Doctor Who star’s removal from Eurovision coverage

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The Independent UK · May 16, 2025

Eurovision 2025: Final lineup set after second semifinal

Eleven of the 37 acts who traveled to Basel have now been sent home, leaving 26 finalists.

Euronews · May 16, 2025

Can Eurovision succeed in uniting through music? | Radio Schuman

While avid Eurovision fans have been counting down the days to Saturday's final, Europe's "biggest party" was drawing criticism. Can organisers succeed in keeping politics off the stage?

Euronews · May 16, 2025

Why is Israel still in Eurovision? The answer is more complex than you might think

The war in Gaza means the European Broadcasting Union is risking its liberal reputation, but to ban Israel would be to undermine the organisation’s fundamental purpose, says author Chris West

The Guardian - UK · May 16, 2025

Eurovision partygoers ‘plan to spend £76 celebrating the big night on average’

A fifth of those tuning in to watch the grand final on Saturday do not plan to spend any money at all, TopCashback said.

Evening Standard · May 16, 2025

The average cost of home Eurovision parties as millions expected to watch

Fancy dress and themed outfits make up 17 per cent of the planned cost

The Independent UK · May 16, 2025

Irish fans ‘heartbroken’ as Emmy Kristiansen fails to make Eurovision final

Last year, Bambie Thug became the first Irish entrant to make the final since Ryan O’Shaughnessy in 2018.

Evening Standard · May 16, 2025

Australia’s Go-Jo Has Been Booted From Eurovision In Competition’s Semi-Finals

Australia's representative for Eurovision, Marty 'Go-Jo' Zambotto, has been booted from the contest during the semi-finals.

Pedestrian.tv · May 16, 2025