Month: May 2025

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The EBU has officially confirmed: this is how the Eurovision 2025 semi-final qualifiers will be revealed – but will the drama be preserved? In a special press conference held today, the organizers of the Eurovision Song Contest revealed the new and dramatic method by which the countries qualifying from the semi-finals to the Grand Final will be announced. This marks a fundamental shift in the reveal process, aiming to enhance the viewing experience while maintaining suspense, emotional impact, and fairness. Full details follow below! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Staggered Announcements: One Country at a Time For the first time in Eurovision history, the announcement of qualifying countries from the semi-finals will follow a surprising and innovative format. The contest organizers have stated that the top nine qualifiers will be displayed on a three-way split screen. In each round, only one country will be revealed, while the other two on screen will remain uncertain. In practice, the top nine will be...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Today, rehearsals for Eurovision 2025 continue with two dress rehearsals ahead of tomorrow’s first semi-final, broadcast live from Basel. We’ll provide updates throughout the day as new information arrives. Preparations for Eurovision 2025 are in full swing. Yesterday, the official opening ceremony took place, and after a day’s break, rehearsals have resumed at the contest's venue. This evening, the first two dress rehearsals for the first semi-final will be held, ahead of tomorrow’s live broadcast from Basel, Switzerland at 21:00 CET. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The first dress rehearsal is scheduled for today at 15:30 and will run until 18:30. The second dress rehearsal will take place at 21:00 and conclude at 23:45. During these rehearsals, all 15 countries participating in tomorrow’s first semi-final will perform in order, with Iceland opening the show and Cyprus closing it. The EuroMix team is currently stationed inside the Media Center in Basel and will provide continuous updates on each dress rehearsal as...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Dramatic images: A pro-Palestinian protester blocked the tram carrying Israel's representative to Eurovision 2025, Yuval Raphael, on her way to an interview after the turquoise carpet event. Watch the unbelievable video. Tensions surrounding Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2025 in Basel continue to intensify, reaching new heights as they spill into physical confrontations and particularly dramatic scenes on the city’s streets. Yuval Raphael, Israel’s representative, was en route from the turquoise carpet event to another scheduled stop during Eurovision week when an extraordinary incident occurred. While traveling on a public tram from the main gathering point to her next interview location, a protester wrapped in a Palestinian flag lay down on the tracks, attempting to halt the tram carrying Yuval. Police forces, summoned to the scene, forcibly removed the protester from the tracks in an effort to clear the way and allow traffic to resume. Watch the dramatic footage from Basel below! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Increased Security Presence and the Reality...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Tension and pride collided as Israel’s Eurovision 2025 representative, Yuval Raphael, faced protests during the turquoise carpet event. Discover how she responded and see the unforgettable moments from Basel. In an especially tense atmosphere, Eurovision Week 2025 officially began in the city of Basel, Switzerland. The event that opens the festive week-the Turquoise Carpet Ceremony-became a highly charged emotional and political arena this year, as protests against Israel’s participation continued even as the Israeli delegation took to the carpet. Yuval Raphael, Israel’s representative this year, walked the turquoise carpet proudly holding the Israeli flag. Surrounded by delegation members and heavy security, dozens of Palestinian flags were visible behind her and among the crowd, some standing out prominently due to the many cameras focused on the event. See the photos later in the article! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); National Pride Versus International Protest There is no doubt this was a charged moment. The Israeli representative, stepping onto the stage under the...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Basel under protest: Demonstrations against Israel erupted at the turquoise carpet event-Palestinian flags appeared at Eurovision 2025’s opening. See images from the Basel protests. The anticipation for Eurovision week peaked with the opening of the turquoise carpet in Basel, a festive event marking the start of the 2025 contest celebrations. However, this year, beneath the festivities, a particularly charged reality emerged: numerous protests broke out in the city even before the event began, in opposition to Israel’s participation. According to reports, Yuval Raphael, Israel’s representative this year, is expected to walk the turquoise carpet. Yet, on the way to the venue, journalists, spectators, and delegation members encountered an unbearable scene: intense protests swept through Basel’s streets, with Palestinian flags raised everywhere. See the images later in this article! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Politics and Eurovision: Tensions at the Heart of the Festivities The Euromix team, on their way to cover the turquoise carpet event, closely documented these unusual occurrences. Even before...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Israel is an inseparable part of the contest": How did the Israeli delegation in Basel respond to the Eurovision winner’s comments—and what did the Swiss national broadcaster have to say? Nemo, who brought Switzerland to victory in Eurovision 2024 with the song “The Code”, is still at the center of controversy this year. In a new interview with HuffPost UK, the artist stated unequivocally: "I support the call to exclude Israel from the Eurovision Song Contest." This declaration joins a wave of over 70 artists previously connected to Eurovision—including two past winners—who recently signed an open letter urging the disqualification of Israel from the upcoming contest in Basel. Now, official responses have emerged from both the Israeli delegation and the Swiss national broadcaster. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Interview That Sparked It All In the HuffPost UK interview, Nemo spoke out strongly against Israel's participation: "Personally, I don't think it makes any sense for...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); It’s time to begin! Today at 13:45, the festive opening ceremony of Eurovision 2025 will be broadcast live from the host city of Basel. We will be there to cover the event for you! Eurovision week has officially arrived! Today at 13:45, just two days before the first semi-final on May 13, Basel will host the official and festive opening ceremony of Eurovision 2025. The ceremony will take place at Messe Basel, a venue known for hosting events, conferences, and concerts. Starting at 13:45, watch the Eurovision opening ceremony live! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The opening ceremony marks the official start of Eurovision 2025 events and welcomes all delegations participating in this year’s contest. Out of the 37 competing acts, those who choose to do so will walk the turquoise carpet alongside their delegation members, receiving a warm welcome from both the local and international press (including the Euromix team from Israel). The opening ceremony is a fantastic opportunity...