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How to Win Eurovision in 7 Easy Steps
It pays to be spectacular, inspiring and just weird enough. But, please: no key changes.
How to Win Eurovision in 7 Easy Steps
It pays to be spectacular, inspiring and just weird enough. But, please: no key changes.
Can Eurovision Avoid Politics in Neutral Switzerland?
The competition is run by an opaque Swiss organization that wants to sidestep controversies that could spoil the fun.
Prime Minister Viktor Orban of Hungary Gets a Hostile Serenade in Strasbourg
Some progressive members sang “Bella Ciao,” a song associated with antifascism, to show opposition to Prime Minister Viktor Orban, who’s been accused of authoritarianism at home.
Who Are the Favorites to Win Eurovision?
Some of the buzziest acts taking part in Saturday’s final hail from Croatia, Israel and Ukraine.
Israel Chooses a Eurovision Act as Boycott Campaigns Swirl
Eden Golan will represent the country in May, in a contest that looks set to be overshadowed by the war in Gaza.
Russia Puts Jamala, Popular Ukrainian Singer, on Wanted List
Jamala, the song contest’s 2016 champion, had been a prominent advocate for Crimea’s Tatar population. The region was annexed from Ukraine by Russia in 2014.
Toto Cutugno, Singer Whose ‘L’Italiano’ Struck a Chord, Dies at 80
The nostalgic ballads and catchy pop songs he wrote paved the way for an international career. He sold more than 100 million albums worldwide.
At Eurovision, Ukrainians Find Community Far From Home
This year, the competition is hosted by Liverpool, England, on behalf of Ukraine. A discounted ticket plan means thousands of displaced Ukrainians can attend.