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Boy George and Patrick Kielty clash in anti-Semitism row after Irish host links Golders Green to Gaza

The Irish broadcaster suggested that the “backdrop” of the stabbings was the “horrors in Gaza”

Evening Standard

Which countries have dropped out of Eurovision 2026 and why?

One country is even refusing to air the annual song contest

The Independent UK

Irish police clear demonstrators to reopen refinery as fuel protest causes chaos

Police removed protesters and reopened Ireland’s only oil refinery as a fifth day of disruptive demonstrations over soaring gas prices has left many gas pumps dry and threatened to cripple transportation across the country

The Independent UK

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Irish fuel protests causing ‘serious concern’ for emergency services

Protesters say they will continue their action until they receive engagement from Government or are physically removed.

Evening Standard

Mary Berry shares personal heartbreak behind new book

TV chef Mary Berry is releasing her first gardening book, My Gardening Life, a horticultural memoir and guide published just before her 91st birthday. She shares that gardening became a significant source of comfort and therapy after the tragic death of her son, William, in a 1989 car accident. Berry's…

The Independent UK

Tributes paid to Michael Lyster ‘moderniser of sport broadcasting’

He was best known for presenting The Sunday Game on RTE.

Evening Standard

How to watch Wales vs Italy: Free Streams & TV Channels as Steve Tandy's side look to avoid wooden spoon, team news

All the ways to watch Wales vs Italy live streams online – including for FREE – as the hosts look to end their Six Nations campaign with a win.

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Irish Government to charter flight from Middle East for its citizens

Foreign Affairs Minister Helen McEntee said she hopes the flight will be the ‘first of many’.

The Independent UK

RTE says it will broadcast Republic of Ireland-Israel football match

It said the decision to broadcast the Nations League fixture was different to its boycott of Eurovision over Israel’s participation.

Evening Standard

Real Madrid vs Benfica Free Streams: How to watch Champions League 2025/26 2nd leg from anywhere in the world

All the ways to watch Real Madrid vs Benfica live streams for free, with José Mourinho out to haunt his old side in this UCL knockout phase playoff 2nd leg.

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Who Are The TNT Sports Golf Team For LIV Broadcasts?

TNT Sports has a dedicated presence at LIV Golf events for 2026 after signing a 'multi-year' deal to show the tour

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Departure of RTE’s chief financial officer ‘a big loss’ – Media Minister

RTE confirmed that Mari Hurley would leave the role in the spring on Thursday night.

Evening Standard

A new public broadcaster should be considered in a united Ireland – report

The researchers suggest 10 regional journalism hubs – in Belfast, Dublin, Cork, Newry, Athlone and Galway – as part of an all-island media group.

Evening Standard

Iceland fifth country to boycott Eurovision over Israel's inclusion

Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and Slovenia have already announced that they will not take part

Evening Standard

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The Independent UK

Bob Vylan take on Irish national broadcaster in defamation row over Glastonbury chants

‘Proceedings arise from a broadcast aired by RTE News following Bob Vylan’s performance at Glastonbury Festival,’ says the band’s legal representatives

Evening Standard

Irish premier describes Eurovision boycott as ‘act of solidarity’

Ireland is among a number of countries who pulled out of the contest over Israel’s participation in 2026.

Evening Standard

Sweden’s national broadcaster confirms it will take part in Eurovision 2026

Ireland, The Netherlands, Spain and Slovenia pulled out of the singing competition following the EBU general assembly in Geneva on Thursday.

Radio France Internationale

Four countries boycott Eurovision after Israel allowed to compete

Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland and Slovenia have withdrawn from Eurovision 2026 over the Gaza war after the competition's organisers cleared Israel's participation, plunging the competition into one of the biggest rows since it began in 1956.

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The Independent UK

The events that led to countries boycotting 2026 Eurovision over Israel

The 2026 contest will be held in Vienna

Evening Standard

Netherlands, Spain and Ireland among countries set to boycott Eurovision after Israel allowed to compete

Belgium and Iceland’s broadcasters are now reviewing their position and will make a decision in the coming days, it is understood

Evening Standard

Eurovision 2026 storm: BBC backs Israel participation as countries boycott event

BBC says it supports the ‘collective’ decision as Netherlands, Spain and Slovenia announced they will boycott the contest

The Independent UK

BBC supports ‘collective decision’ to allow Israel in Eurovision amid intense boycott

In the UK, the Conservatives have voiced strong opposition to the boycotts

Evening Standard

Congratulations and condemnation as RTE withdraws from Eurovision

Groups and individuals have reacted to the broadcaster’s decision not to participate in or air Eurovision in 2026.

Evening Standard

Ireland among countries boycotting Eurovision Song Contest 2026 over Israel

In September, Spain, the Netherlands, Ireland and Slovenia threatened to withdraw unless Israel was excluded over the war in Gaza.

The Independent UK

Foxes blamed after more than 40 cars have brakes damaged in night-time attacks

Foxes or other wildlife could be causing thousands of pounds worth of damage to dozens of electric cars

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