The New York Times – Music:
Recent months have brought a series of changes in the Eastern European nation, which has just adopted the euro and forced the resignation of a government through major protests.
Category: Contests and Prizes
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How Israel Turned Eurovision’s Stage Into a Soft Power Tool
The New York Times – Music:
Israel’s efforts to influence Eurovision’s vote were broader and started years earlier than previously known.
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At Houston’s Art Car Parade, Trashed Vehicles Become Everyone’s Treasure
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Texans spend a lot of time in their cars. But once a year, they converge at the Art Car Parade to celebrate those who transform rundown vehicles into masterpieces on wheels.
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Eurovision Is in Turmoil as Israel’s Participation Leads to Boycott
The New York Times – Music:
The Netherlands and Slovenia also said they would not take part in next year’s contest, meant to be its celebratory 70th edition.
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Eurovision Tightens Voting Rules to Tamp Down on Government Influence
The New York Times – Music:
In this year’s contest, a campaign by Israel to encourage voting for its entrant drew criticism.
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Carter Anderson’s Jeans Are Gigantic. His Internet Fame Is Too.
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Carter Anderson purchased an outrageous pair of pants to try to win a contest and became an unlikely social media star along the way.
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Eurovision Members to Vote on Whether to Exclude Israel
The New York Times – Music:
The event’s organizer has called an extraordinary general meeting for November, with countries like Spain and Ireland saying they will not take part in the contest if Israel does.
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Fat Bear Week Voting Begins at Alaska’s Katmai National Park
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
It is Fat Bear Week in Alaska. The popular competition lets anyone vote on which of the animals is most prepared for winter.
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Miss USA Resigns From Title, Citing Mental Health
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Noelia Voigt, who represented Utah as she won the 2023 competition said in a statement that relinquishing her title was a “tough decision.”