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Eurovision Song Contest chiefs disqualify Dutch entrant over backstage incident

Police in the Swedish city of Malmo were on Saturday investigating allegations of inappropriate behaviour which led to the exclusion of the Dutch singer Joost Klein from the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest.

Radio France Internationale

Eurovision 2024: Where to watch the final in London

Fancy a last-minute Eurovision party? Poppy James has the answer

Evening Standard

Eurovision viewing parties in England cancelled over Israel’s participation

High-profile parties including London’s biggest viewing event called off amid ongoing offensive in Gaza

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Contestants gear up for Eurovision grand final amid Israel controversy

It is not yet known whether Netherlands entrant Joost Klein will perform.

Evening Standard

Eurovision: Israel in the spotlight as politics – once again – becomes the star of the show

It was hardly a surprise that Israel’s Eurovision contribution would result in protests of some kind. Despite its own rules, the 68-year-old international song contest has for decades been used as a platform to express political views and geopolitical divisions. But the war in Gaza – and Israel’s imminent threat…

France 24

A song and dance: Eurovision’s history of controversy

With a long track record of international spats and political statements, rows have become a familiar part of the show

The Guardian - UK

Swedish City Prepares For Eurovision Final Amid Protests

Get ready for the highly anticipated Eurovision final in Sweden, with excitement, protests, and top musical talent on display.

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TV tonight: space babies, the Bogeyman and the Beatles … it’s Doctor Who

Ncuti Gatwa kicks off his first thrilling series as the new Time Lord. Plus, it’s Eurovision party time, baby! Here’s what to watch this evening

The Guardian - UK

Eurovision struggles to keep politics out as Israel controversy hits Malmö

Competing rallies are on the streets, Netherlands’ entrant is under investigation and others complain music is being overshadowed

The Guardian - UK

ABBA send Eurovision fans wild teasing possible return as they celebrate 50th anniversary of win

The band won in 1974 with their track Waterloo

Evening Standard

‘You have to have a skirt rip moment!’ How to win Eurovision

Is it all about having a great gimmick – or touching hearts? Ahead of this year’s song contest, Eurovision hitmakers from Bucks Fizz to Käärijä reveal the tricks of the trade, from free saunas and milkmaids to writing your tune in half an hour

The Guardian - UK

Slimane sings for the love of France in war-torn Eurovision contest

After big flops the past two years, France is betting on the well-known Slimane and his song Mon Amour (My Love) bringing everyone together in one of Eurovision's most politicised contests ever.

Radio France Internationale

Olly Alexander: 'Last Place at Eurovision? I've thought about it...'

Olly Alexander is carrying UK hopes at Eurovision in Malmö tomorrow night, and is feeling the pressure

Evening Standard

Eurovision is a joyful, powerful event – but it can’t carry the weight of the war in Gaza

Although calls for a boycott are understandable, it is wrong to expect pop stars or organisers to fix world affairs, says Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff

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Israel Qualifies For Eurovision Grand Finale

Israel qualified for this weekend's Eurovision song contest grand finale, defying thousands of demonstrators marching on Thursday in host country Sweden over the Gaza war.

WEKU

Eurovision 2024: Here are the songs with the best shot at glory

Another year, another glitter-filled spectacle known as the Eurovision Song Contest. The Grand Final airs Saturday at 3:00 p.m. ET on Peacock in the United States.

International Business Times

Eurovision Draws Street Protests Calling For Israel's Ejection

Thousands of demonstrators, including climate activist Greta Thunberg, marched through the streets of Sweden's Malmo on Thursday to protest against Israel's participation in Eurovision, an AFP journalist observed.

France 24

Political stage? Eurovision song contest met with Israel-Gaza war protests

After the massive party in Marseille to welcome the arrival of the Olympic flame, it's time to turn our gaze north for what's also billed as another "it's a small world after all" feelgood celebration. Malmö, Sweden is host of the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest, that heart-shaped ode to kitsch…

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"If Graham Norton ripped into me, I would totally respect it." Ireland's Bambie Thug explains why Eurovision is great for metal and alternative communities

When Lordi won Eurovision in 2006, it opened the gates for other metal acts. Now Ireland's 2024 entry Bambie Thug is hoping to push boundaries even further

The Guardian - UK

Drukkje min broderѕ blod! Why the best Eurovision songs are no longer in English

While Europe’s lingua franca remains dominant, there has been a definite shift since a Portuguese song triumphed in 2017

Evening Standard

Eurovision Song Contest 2024: tonight's semi-final 2 running order revealed

Ten acts have already secured their spot in the final after performing in the first semi-final on Tuesday

Evening Standard

Eurovision 2024: Which countries made it through from semi-final one?

Finland and Ireland turn heads on way to grand finale in Malmo

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Last night, Ireland's 'ouija-pop' star Bambie Thug officially qualified for the Eurovision grand final. Watch the devilish, provocative performance of Doomsday Blue that sealed the deal

Bambie Thug will represent Ireland at Eurovision with their subversive, unique sound and style

Evening Standard

Olly Alexander suffers technical blunder at Eurovision semi-final

The hitmaker, 33, took to the stage in Malmo, Sweden on Tuesday night for the first semi-final

France 24

Eurovision Song Contest kicks off in Sweden amid Gaza protests

Competition in the 68th Eurovision Song Contest kicked off Tuesday in Sweden, with the war in Gaza casting a shadow over the sequin-spangled pop extravaganza.

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