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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

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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UK’s Look Mum No Computer last in Eurovision final as Bulgaria wins first trophy

Bulgaria won the contest for the first time with Israel taking second place.

The Independent UK

Eurovision 2026: UK’s Look Mum No Computer last as Bulgaria wins first trophy

Bulgaria won the contest for the first time with Israel taking second place amid protests

Evening Standard

Eurovision reaches its dazzling grand final, in photos

The Eurovision Song Contest reached its glittering grand final in Vienna, Austria, bringing together 25 countries for a night of bold performances, theatrical spectacle and fierce competition. ___ This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.

The Independent UK

Look Mum No Computer performs in Eurovision final as Israel gets mixed reception

Look Mum No Computer, whose real name is Sam Battle, performed his song Eins, Zwei, Drei at the Wiener Stadthalle in Vienna, Austria.

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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

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

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

Eurovision’s grand final will take place on Saturday.

Evening Standard

Eurovision grand final rehearsal restarted after curtain fails to open

The curtain opened correctly after some adjustments and the rehearsal in Vienna then went ahead with few delays.

Evening Standard

Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome to a Eurovision Song Contest that embraces linguistic diversity

English has long dominated pop music, but it no longer reigns supreme at the Eurovision Song Contest

The Independent UK

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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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 Independent UK

Finland's hotly tipped Eurovision performance features flames, a valuable violin and a safety plan

At the Eurovision Song Contest, performers get just three minutes to impress

The Independent UK

The Eurovision final lineup is confirmed after 5 more countries are sent packing

The Eurovision Song Contest final lineup is set after Thursday's second semifinal

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.

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The Independent UK

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

Israeli singer said he has practiced performing while being booed

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 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

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Delta Goodrem Is A Favourite At Eurovision 2026 — So What’s The Plan If She Actually Wins?

There’s a pretty good chance that Australia could actually win the Eurovision Song Contest this year. So, what would happen?

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

The Independent UK

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

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Heat, hype, highs: Drug use surges in England during heatwaves, sports events and Eurovision nights

Drug consumption in England rises sharply during heatwaves, bank holiday weekends and major events like football matches and the Eurovision Song Contest, according to a large-scale wastewater study.

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