Eurovision 2026: Israel's participation sparks controversy

In an unprecedented move, five countries – Spain, Ireland, Iceland, the Netherlands and Slovenia – are boycotting the event in protest over the presence of an Israeli contestant. Pro-Palestinian demonstrations are also planned in Vienna, where the final will be held on Saturday, May 16.

I’m a Eurovision superfan, but this year’s contest brings only sadness. I won’t be tuning in

Mismanagement and political campaigning have sucked the joy out of an event meant to bring people together For the past two years, amid intensifying controversy over Israel’s participation in Eurovision, I and most other Eurovision superfans have stuck by the contest, despite clear misgivings. This week, however, as the usual collection of power ballads and jokey songs compete in Vienna, we are not bonding over a common joy, but rather over our shared sense of sadness about the politicisation...

By Dave Keating

The Eurovision Song Contest reaches its grand final with pop and protests

The final of the Eurovision Contest arrives Saturday, with tight security and rainy weather failing to dent the enthusiasm of fans, or the opposition of critics who think Israel shouldn't be invited.

By The Associated Press

Spain PM defends Eurovision boycott over Israel

Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez has defended Spain’s boycott of the Eurovision Song Contest over Israel’s participation.

Eurovision boycotts: "The biggest crisis in the contest's 70-year history"

“This is the biggest crisis in Eurovision’s 70-year history.” Amid boycotts against Israel's Eurovision 2026 inclusion, France 24's Dave Keating explains how politics have increasingly shaped the competition over the past three years. More on #F24Debate➡️ https://go.france24.com/GA4B

By FRANCE24

Horoscope Today: Daily astrological predictions for May 16, 2026

Horoscope Today: Read daily horoscope predictions for May 16, 2026. Know all about the astrological events and influences that will be affecting each of the 12 zodiac signs. Our astrologer has analyzed the movements of the planets and the alignment of the stars to bring you the most accurate and up-to-date horoscope predictions for the day ahead. Get ready to discover what the stars have in store for you today.

By SAMIR JAIN

Eurovision: 70 years of music, politics and culture - The Straits Times

Eurovision: 70 years of music, politics and culture  The Straits Times

Eurovision’s grand final proceeds amid protests over Israel’s participation

The Eurovision Song Contest final kicks off in Vienna amid protests and a boycott by five countries over Israel’s participation.

Eurovision gears up for final, with Finns favourites

A fiery Finnish violinist-singer duo followed by an Australian star are the favourites to win tonight's Eurovision grand final, with the contest hit by an unprecedented boycott over Israel's participation.

Eurovision gears up for boycotted final, with fiery Finns favourites

A fiery Finnish violinist-singer duo followed by an Australian star are the favourites to win Saturday's Eurovision grand final, with the contest hit by an unprecedented boycott over Israel's participation.

By RFI

Eurovision Song Contest final takes the stage amid Gaza boycott

The Eurovision Song Contest’s final takes place in Vienna on Saturday, with the organisers hoping the annual show of glitz and Europop will be a success despite five countries’ withdrawal over Israel taking part. The run-up to the event – a kitsch and usually good-natured competition between pop acts from countries across Europe and beyond, […]

Sweaty Dance Floor Anthems and Romantic Optimism: Who Will Win Eurovision 2026?

Denmark, Lithuania, Italy, Belgium, and Cyprus are among the countries that could sing their way to victory on Saturday

By Larisha Paul

ACM Awards 2026 Predictions: Who Will Take Home Top Honors?

Billboard offers predictions on which artists will add new awards wins to their career accomplishments.

By Jessica Nicholson