Bulgaria wins Eurovision for first time; Israel comes second amid boycott

Spain, Netherlands, Ireland, Iceland and Slovenia stage biggest political boycott in Eurovision history over Gaza war.

Bulgaria wins the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with 'Bangaranga'

Bulgarian singer Dara won the 70th Eurovision Song Contest on Saturday with her infectious party anthem “Bangaranga,” giving the southeast European country its first-ever victory in the competition.

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‘SNL UK’ Bows Out With Series Low Audience Up Against Eurovision Song Contest

SNL UK‘s first season came to a close on a bum note, ratings-wise. Up against stiff competition from the Eurovision Song Contest on BBC One, Sky’s adaptation of the iconic NBC comedy drew its lowest audience of the series. With Sex Education‘s Ncuti Gatwa guest presenting, Saturday Night Live UK was watched by 86,420 viewers […]

By Jake Kanter

Eurovision winner's 'doubt and anxiety' about taking part

Bulgaria's first-ever Eurovision winner DARA has said she had "doubt and anxiety" about taking part in the 2026 edition of the song contest.

Netherlands could again boycott Eurovision in 2027; Flemish broadcaster wants new policy

Dutch broadcasters NPO and AVROTROS are withholding any decision on participation in the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest in Bulgaria, raising the immediate possibility of a second consecutive boycott

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Thousands protest Israel’s Eurovision participation in Vienna

Bulgaria won the Eurovision Song Contest for the first time on Saturday night in Vienna as protests and broadcaster boycotts overshadowed the final. Singer Dara secured victory with the song Bangaranga after a close contest with Israel’s Noam Bettan, whose entry Michelle finished second amid demonstrations against Israel’s participation throughout Eurovision week. The final took place under heavy security after thousands gathered in Vienna to protest against Israel’s inclusion in the comp...