Eurovision Song Contest

Writer of sitcom airing instead of Eurovision in Ireland calls boycott ‘disgraceful antisemitism'

“I did not give my permission for Father Ted to be used as a prop in an antisemitic political gesture. I object to it in the strongest possible terms,” Linehan writes.

Graham Linehan speaking outside Southwark Crown Court, London, after he had his conviction for damaging the mobile phone of transgender activist Sophia Brooks overturned following an appeal hearing on May 1, 2026.
Noam Bettan

Israel's Noam Bettan wins spot in Eurovision final at first semifinal

ANTI-ISRAEL graffiti on the Israeli cafe in Vienna.

'Death to the IDF': Israeli cafe in Vienna vandalized ahead of Eurovision semifinals

Israeli singer Noam Bettan, representing Israel with the song 'Michelle', performs during a dress rehearsal for the first semi-final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 (ESC) at Wiener Stadthalle in Vienna, Austria on May 11, 2026.

Noam Bettan shines in Eurovision rehearsal as Israel faces antisemitism campaign


Slovenia urges EBU to disqualify Israel from Eurovision 2025 over Gaza war

During the council meeting, more severe measures against Israel were debated but ultimately rejected, including a proposal to blackout the broadcast during Israel's performance.

 A person holds a flag during the Grand Final of the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest, in Malmo, Sweden, May 12, 2024.

Israel's participation in Eurovision under threat due to KAN's privatization

A bill proposal is being pushed by Communications Minister MK Shlomo Karhi to privatize Israel’s Public Broadcasting Corporation.

 A street advertisement for the Eurovision Song Contest 2019 in Tel Aviv, Israel, January 24, 2019

Survivors and stars shine on Israel’s path to Eurovision 2025

The Next Star delivers moving performances, including survivors of October 7, in Eurovision 2025 race.

 DANIEL WEISS, a survivor of Kibbutz Be’eri, appears on ‘Kochav Haba.’

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.

Hidden in plain sight: Eden Golan reveals the wig that saved her life in Sweden

"At the moment, I thought it was funny but didn’t realize how scary and dangerous it really was," the singer said.

 Eden Golan, who represented Israel at the Eurovision Song contest last week, performing at thr rally at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv.

Rally for their return: Eden Golan performs 'October Rain' at Hostage Square in Tel Aviv

"I wanted to sing "October Rain" tonight. This is my prayer to bring everyone back home. I will not stop making our voice heard in Israel and worldwide until everyone returns home," Golan said. 

 Eden Golan, who represented Israel at the Eurovision Song contest last week, performing at thr rally at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv.

My Word: Biden, the Eurovision, and offensive questions and answers

If Israel is not able to defend itself – hitting back at its enemies – nobody will be safe. “Ironclad support” is meaningless if it translates as a steely grip preventing Israel from taking action. 

 ISRAEL’S CONTESTANT Eden Golan sings in the Grand Final of the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest in Malmo, Sweden, last week.

'Eretz Nehederet' skewers Eurovision, mocks Columbia protesters in skit

At the end, the entire cast appeared in T-shirts bearing the names of kibbutzim and communities that have been abandoned since October 7.

 ISRAEL’S EUROVISION contestant Eden Golan (left) with her ‘Eretz Nehederet’ imitator Shani Cohen.

On eve of its 76th Independence Day, Israel increasingly isolated among the nations - opinion

Recent global demonstrations and declining support highlight Israel's increased isolation amid its largest offensive against Hamas since 2005, intensifying criticism over its impact in Gaza.

  Israel Air Force planes are seen flying on Independence Day, Tel Aviv beach, April 26, 2023

Gal Gadot appears to lose a million followers after sharing a story supporting Eden Golan

Besides Gadot who congratulated and encouraged Golan in a FaceTime call a few hours prior to her performance, Noa Tishbi also encouraged her and explained to her followers how to vote overseas.

Gal Gadot attends the Vanity Fair Oscar party in Beverly Hills during the 92nd Academy Awards, in Los Angeles, California, U.S., February 9, 2020.