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2024 IBC Show 'Ready to Look Beyond the AI 'Hype'

Event to showcase an array of hands-on demos and use-case driven discussions

TV Tech

Bambie Thug teases Eurovision return with two-time entrants Jedward

EXCLUSIVE: Irish singer shares ongoing frustrations with EBU's handling of complaint against Israeli broadcaster Kan

Evening Standard

Michael Eberhard Takes Reins As EBU Technical Committee Chair

In all, 13 people were newly elected to the committee this month in Naples, Italy

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Eurovision winner Nemo urges Switzerland to acknowledge third gender

‘The Code’ singer called on Swiss justice minister to reconsider government’s stance

The Independent UK

Eurovision organisers defend decision to disqualify Joost Klein

European Broadcasting Union says Dutch broadcaster’s version of events does not correspond with witness accounts

The Guardian - UK

Eurovision organisers 'regret' that some delegations 'didn’t respect the spirit of the rules'

Acts complained about a tense atmosphere backstage at this year’s song contest

Evening Standard

Disqualified Eurovision contestant Joost Klein likely to face charges, say Swedish police

Klein may be charged over alleged threats and face a fine if convicted, after a member of the production crew made a complaint to police

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EU Demands Explanation For Eurovision Flag Ban

The European Commission seeks clarification on Eurovision's ban of the EU flag, sparking controversy and discussions with organizers.

Top News

Switzerland wins Eurovision song contest after controversial grand final

Nemo has won the 68th song contest with The Code, after a fraught competition overshadowed by protests over Israel’s inclusion and a shock exit

The Guardian - UK

Thousands protest against Israel’s participation in Eurovision final

Pro-Palestinian protesters in Malmo, Sweden say Israel should be excluded over its conduct in its war on Gaza.

Al Jazeera

Key moments from 2024 Eurovision Song Contest final as Olly Alexander suffers 'sound issues'

Large protests took place in Malmo over Israel’s participation, while Dutch entrant Joost Klein was disqualified

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Eurovision final: Joost Klein disqualified after ‘threatening movement’ says Dutch broadcaster

A post to the Netherlands’ Songfestival social media page said it was ‘very disappointed’ with the decision to disqualify Joost Klein

Radio France Internationale

Eurovision Song Contest chiefs disqualify Dutch entrant over backstage incident

Police in the Swedish city of Malmo were on Saturday investigating allegations of inappropriate behaviour which led to the exclusion of the Dutch singer Joost Klein from the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest.

International Business Times

Eurovision In Gaza's Shadow As Israel Competes In Final

The Eurovision Song Contest final gets underway in Sweden's Malmo on Saturday with thousands of protesters expected to culminate a week of tensions surrounding Israel's participation during the Gaza war.

The Guardian - UK

Dutch broadcaster decries Eurovision decision to ban its contestant

Avrotros says Joost Klein’s disqualification ‘disproportionate’ after incident involving female member of production crew

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France 24

Eurovision: Israel in the spotlight as politics – once again – becomes the star of the show

It was hardly a surprise that Israel’s Eurovision contribution would result in protests of some kind. Despite its own rules, the 68-year-old international song contest has for decades been used as a platform to express political views and geopolitical divisions. But the war in Gaza – and Israel’s imminent threat…

Evening Standard

Bambie Thug on hopes to break Ireland's 28-year Eurovision curse, trolls and opening doors for alt artists

EXCLUSIVE: The singer, 31, weighed in on calls for them to boycott this year’s contest from fellow Irish artists

Evening Standard

Hurricane lyrics: Israel's Eurovision song explained after controversial lyrics changed

An open letter to the EBU called for Israel’s withdrawal from the contest in May

The Guardian - UK

‘You have to have a skirt rip moment!’ How to win Eurovision

Is it all about having a great gimmick – or touching hearts? Ahead of this year’s song contest, Eurovision hitmakers from Bucks Fizz to Käärijä reveal the tricks of the trade, from free saunas and milkmaids to writing your tune in half an hour

Radio France Internationale

Slimane sings for the love of France in war-torn Eurovision contest

After big flops the past two years, France is betting on the well-known Slimane and his song Mon Amour (My Love) bringing everyone together in one of Eurovision's most politicised contests ever.

The Guardian - UK

Israel qualifies for Eurovision song contest final despite protests

Thousands had marched against the country’s inclusion in Saturday’s final but Eden Golan’s entry was voted through

Evening Standard

Eurovision 2024: Israel's entry draws pro-Palestine protest in Malmo's main square

Eden Golan, representing Israel, is due to perform at the Malmo Arena in Sweden on Thursday night

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