Author: Noy Yehoyada

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A previously undisclosed neo-Nazi plot targeting Eurovision 2020 has come to light: a chilling document, toxic gas, and plans to infiltrate the event. Will future contests face heightened security? During a trial held this week in Luxembourg, disturbing details surfaced regarding a planned neo-Nazi attack on Eurovision 2020 in the Netherlands—the song contest ultimately canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The plot included dispersing chlorine gas among the audience, blocking emergency exits in the arena, and infiltrating security teams. Beyond the gravity of these plans, the revelations raise troubling questions about security standards at international events, especially Eurovision, which is considered a symbolic target for extremist groups. The plans were outlined in a Google Docs file authored by a 23-year-old suspect from Sweden and his associate from the Netherlands. Their intent was to kill as many participants as possible to “ignite an ideological revolution.” The case, discussed this week in a Luxembourg courtroom, also involves links to international far-right...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Millions across Europe tuned in to the first Eurovision 2025 semi-final broadcast from Basel, Switzerland. Discover all the surprising viewership figures! The broadcast of the first semi-final of Eurovision 2025 last night (Tuesday) managed to attract millions of viewers throughout Europe, showcasing impressive trends of increased viewership in many countries-including Israel, Spain, Sweden, Portugal, and Belgium. Changes in broadcasting channels, memorable performances by local representatives, and even new viewing habits among young audiences all contributed to significant ratings jumps. Meanwhile, countries such as Germany and the Netherlands experienced a slight decline compared to previous years, though the audiences remain large and engaged. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Portugal: Record Viewership During the Performance On Portugal’s national broadcaster RTP1, an average of approximately 752,000 viewers tuned in, with a 15.5% audience share. During the performance of the country’s representatives, the band NAPA with the song “Deslocado,” viewership peaked at about 900,000. This marks a notable increase from last year’s average of around 660,000 viewers....

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom-the five countries guaranteed a spot in the Eurovision 2025 Grand Final-will tonight (Tuesday), immediately after the first semi-final, learn in which half of the Grand Final they will perform. The five major countries - France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom - collectively known as the "Big Five," automatically qualify for the Eurovision Grand Final due to their significant financial contributions to the European Broadcasting Union, the organization behind the contest. This evening, immediately following the first semi-final, these countries will draw to determine their estimated position in the running order for the Eurovision Grand Final, which will take place this Saturday, May 17. The host country, Switzerland, was already drawn in March to perform as song number 19 in the Grand Final. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Each country will draw one of three options: performing in the first half of the Grand Final, performing in the second half,...