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Eurovision

79 days ago

Five countries are boycotting the contest over Israel's participation.
Eurovision viewers have been left furious over 'sound issues' during the first live semi-final in Vienna which aired on Tuesday night.
The Israeli act is met with boos and chants, but also a chorus of support, at Tuesday's semi-final.

80 days ago

National broadcaster RTÉ accused of antisemitism for decision to screen satirical 1996 Eurovision episode in boycott of contest

It is considered one of the funniest episodes of a beloved sitcom, but …

RTÉ will air the sitcom's iconic 1996 episode 'A Song For Europe', in which priests Ted and Dougal enter the 'Eurosong' contest, a parody of Eurovision, to represent Ireland.
Ireland's national broadcaster, will air the sitcom's iconic 1996 episode 'A Song For Europe', in which priests Ted and Dougal enter the 'Eurosong' contest, a parody of Eurovision.
Five countries are boycotting the 70th edition of Eurovision on May 16 in protest over Israel's genocidal war on Gaza.

Usually joyous song contest ‘a little bit sad’ this year, says one expert, with rows over Israel and costs to the fore

It was meant to be the crowning moment of a seemingly never-ending success story:…

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