The New York Times – Music:
The event’s organizers would not say whether that included Israel, but its participation has been a matter of contention during the war in Gaza.
Category: European Broadcasting Union
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Is Canada About to Enter the Eurovision Song Contest?
The New York Times – Music:
As Canada’s government looks more toward Europe and less to the United States, its national broadcaster has become a full member of the group that organizes the glitzy singing event.
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After Eurovision Final, Dismay That Politics Didn’t Play a Bigger Role
The New York Times – Music:
Politics isn’t supposed to influence the international song contest, but more than one official commented on how countries voted this year.
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Eurovision Song Contest to Add Asian Edition This Year
The New York Times – Music:
The competition will bring together singers representing 10 nations including South Korea, the Philippines and Vietnam.
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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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Nemo Wins the Eurovision Song Contest for Switzerland
The New York Times – Music:
The nonbinary singer Nemo won the high-camp contest, during a night that included pro-Palestinian demonstrations outside the arena and fireworks onstage.
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Before the Eurovision Final, a Pro-Palestinian March
The New York Times – Music:
For months, activists and some fans of the song contest have demanded Israel be banned from the event, which this year takes place in Malmo, Sweden.
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Eurovision Disqualifies Dutch Entrant Hours Before Final
The New York Times – Music:
The competition’s organizers said that Swedish police were investigating the singer Joost Klein and that it would be inappropriate for him to take part in Saturday’s final.