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Eurovision Song Contest issue lengthy statement after calls to introduce ban

Last night's Eurovision Song Contest saw UK act Sam Ryder pipped to the post by Ukraine's Kalush Orchestra - finishing in the top three for the first time in 20 years! But the wholesome evening night wasn't without controversy...

Daily Mirror

Eurovision Song Contest issues statement over calls to introduce jury vote ban

Organisers have now admitted six national juries' votes were axed on Saturday night

Wales Online

Eurovision Song Contest statement over calls to introduce ban on national juries

The EBU issued a statement addressing the votes

Nottingham Post

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Ukraine wins 2022 Eurovision song contest as UK finishes second in Turin

Stefania by Kalush Orchestra rides wave of public sympathy to claim Ukraine’s third Eurovision victory

The Guardian - UK

Maneskin address Eurovision drug taking accusations live on stage

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

Wales Online

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

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

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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

Eurovision 2022: Why is Russia not competing this year?

Forty countries will compete in the contest in Italy this week

The Independent UK

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

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

Eurovision Song Contest 2022 finalists - the full list of countries that have made it through

The Eurovision final kicks off on Saturday night, with 25 musicians battling it out to win

Manchester Evening News

Eurovision 2022: Has Russia been kicked out of the competition?

A decision was made earlier this year

Wales Online

Eurovision 2022: Why is Russia not competing this year?

Forty countries will compete in the contest in Italy this week

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Eurovision 2022 has kicked off with Ukraine tipped to win. Here's who is competing and how to watch in Australia

It's one of the most watched events in the world, seen by 183 million viewers last year. Here's everything you need to know about the song contest, including how you can watch it in Australia this week.

The Independent UK

Eurovision 2022: Why is Russia not competing this year?

Forty countries will compete in the contest in Italy this week

Daily Mirror

Which non-European countries go on Eurovision and why are they allowed?

The Eurovision Song Contest has 40 countries taking part in 2022, with Australia once again among them. The show has a long history of non-European countries taking part with even a new Canada spin-off set for 2023

Wales Online

Eurovision 2022: Will Ukraine and Russia be in this year's Eurovision?

Ukraine's Eurovision entry is the favourite to win this year's competition, with the grand final due to take place in Turin on May 14th

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Daily Mirror

UK Eurovision hopeful Sam Ryder says 'cliquey scoreboard' nearly put him off competition

TikTok sensation Sam Ryder is UK's entry for the Eurovision Song Contest in May with the song Space Man - but has said he really considered deciding to take part

Evening Standard

When is the Eurovision Song Contest final 2022, how to watch, who is hosting and representing the UK?

The Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) final is just days away, and this year 40 countries are heading to Italy to take part.

Los Angeles Times

Eurovision Song Contest bans Russia from 2022 competition, citing 'disrepute' concerns

Citing its rules and values, the Eurovision Song Contest has barred Russia from this year's event because its participation could bring "disrepute" to the competition.

Irish Mirror

Russia banned from competing at Eurovision Song Contest 2022 after Ukraine invasion

Organisers said Russia's inclusion could bring the competition into disrepute "in light of the unprecedented crisis in Ukraine"

The Guardian - UK

Russia is banned from Eurovision after invasion of Ukraine

After a U-turn, organisers say Russia’s inclusion could ‘bring the competition into disrepute’

Manchester Evening News

Eurovision Song Contest bans Russia for this year's event amid Ukraine invasion

Countries including Iceland, Norway and the Netherlands had called for Russia not to compete

Liverpool Echo

Russia will not take part in this year's Eurovision Song contest

The 66th edition of Eurovision is due to take place in Turin later this year

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