Eurovision
Cimberly and Smash Into Pieces advance to Melodifestivalen final
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In Melodifestivalen's fourth semi-final at Malmö Arena, debutant Cimberly with 'Eternity' and rock band Smash Into Pieces with 'Hollow' advanced directly to the final. Meira Omar secured the qualifying spot with 'Dooset Daram'. The other artists were eliminated.
A New York Times investigation has found that the Israeli government conducted a well-organised campaign to use the Eurovision Song Contest as a tool for improving its international image. The report details spending of at least one million dollars on promotional efforts dating back to 2018, including 800000 dollars allocated for vote promotion in 2024 alone.
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Eurovision week has officially started in Vienna. Artists walked the turquoise carpet on Sunday in a glamorous event free of political discussions.
Eleven entrants in Portugal's Festival da Canção have refused to represent the country at Eurovision 2026 if selected, protesting Israel's participation amid allegations of human rights violations in Gaza. The artists' joint statement highlights inconsistencies in the European Broadcasting Union's (EBU) policies compared to Russia's exclusion. Portugal's broadcaster RTP vows to proceed with the selection process and contest entry.
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The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has decided that Israel can participate in the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 after member countries voted in favor of new rules. Several nations, including the Netherlands, Spain, Ireland, and Slovenia, have announced they will boycott the event in Vienna. Sweden voted for the rules and plans to participate, provided there is sufficient turnout.