Eurovision

EBU approves Israel's 2026 Eurovision song after undergoing minor adjustments

Each song undergoes a review process, and EBU officials requested a few minor adjustments for Israel's entry, which the Israeli songwriters agreed to.

Noam Bettan will represent Israel at Eurovision 2026.
 Yuval Raphael, representing Israel, performs "New Day Will Rise", during the Grand Final of the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest in Basel, Switzerland, May 17, 2025.

Former Eurovision contestant Yuval Raphael co-writes song selected for this year's submission

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Italian broadcast reps. urge inclusion of Palestine in Eurovision 

Donald Trump (Omar Etzion) and Ali Khameini (Yaniv Biton) speak on Israeli satire show 'Eretz Nehederet' on January 21, 2026.

'Nobody calls me chicken,' Donald Trump yells at Khameini on Eretz Nehederet


Eden Golan to perform on UN stage on Oct. 7 with song rejected by Eurovision - report

Golan had first performed "October Rain" back in May at the Hostage Square in Tel Aviv, only six days after she won fifth place in Eurovision.

 Eden Golan singing her original Eurovision song, October Rain, at the rally at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv.

Swiss choose Basel as host city for 2025 Eurovision Song Contest

The two Swiss cities were the final candidates chosen according to criteria that included transport connections, hotel capacity and security.

 Nemo representing Switzerland reacts while holding flowers after winning during the Grand Final of the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest, in Malmo, Sweden, May 11, 2024.

Rishon Lezion Festival 2024: Star-studded lineup & celebrations

Experience the Rishon Lezion Festival, October 19-22, with top acts like Yehoram Gaon and Shalom Hanoch. Enjoy free concerts and celebrate Boaz Sharabi’s 60-year career.

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Eurovision winner Netta Barzilai reveals her lifelong battle with health

Barzilai revealed that she suffers from a disease called congenital adrenal hyperplasia, which is a hereditary disorder that affects the function of the adrenal glands located above each kidney.

 Israel's Netta Barzilai, winner of the 2018 Eurovision Song Contest, poses for a picture at her home studio in Tel Aviv, Israel July 8, 2020.

My Word: Wars, elections, and a homecoming celebration

Every war, terror attack, and antisemitic act strengthens Jewish identity and brings more Jews back to the Jewish homeland. You can’t beat the irony.

 NEW IMMIGRANTS from North America arrive on a special flight at Ben-Gurion Airport in 2019.

Israeli pop sensation Adam has died at 64

Legendary pop star, Adam, died of cancer early Thursday morning, his family announced.

 Israeli singer Adam (Haim Cohen), 1987.

Surprisingly high scores: Israel-positive results seen in balloting abroad

Political Affairs: Results are coming in from elections for politicians indicating that Israel’s position in the world might not be as bad as the impression gleaned from social media and on campuses

 PARTIES ON the Right and far Right that are supportive of Israel gained seats in the recent European parliamentary elections, but that could prove to be a mixed blessing. Here, Alternative for Germany (AfD) Party co-leaders Alice Weidel and Tino Chrupalla react to results in Berlin.

Rafah operation begins: Recapping the last two weeks in Israel

Israeli news highlights from the past two weeks.

 IDF soldiers are seen operating in Gaza.

Mystic says: This is what Israel's Eden Golan must do now that Eurovision is over

With all her great talent, Eden Golan needs someone to guide her in her career. Here is what Eden's birthdate and name signify for her in terms of Kabbalah and numerology.

 Eden Golan, representing Israel, performs "Hurricane" during the Grand Final of the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest, in Malmo, Sweden, May 11, 2024.

After thrilling an entire nation at eurovision 2024: Eden Golan lands first campaign

Israeli singer and Eurovision 2024 representative Eden Golan, 20, signs her first campaign after Eurovision, becoming the new face of a leading hair care brand.