Author: Ofek Jerassi

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A week after deleting its previous schedule post, the Austrian national broadcaster now publishes a new timeline for Eurovision 2026. When will everything happen? Last week, the Austrian national broadcaster ORF sparked controversy after removing a newly posted schedule for Eurovision 2026. One major theory for its removal related to Israel’s continued participation in the contest. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The original post stated that the list of participating countries would be published this September. Meanwhile, Israel is still fighting off calls for its exclusion, with Iceland and Slovenia threatening to withdraw if Israel remains. According to several fans, the uncertainty over Israel’s involvement could prevent the EBU from committing to a closing date for the confirmed participant list. This theory suggests the original post was deleted for that reason. Earlier this week, the Austrian national broadcaster held a press conference revealing further details. Hitradio Ö3’s Instagram, linked to the national broadcaster, subsequently released a new post about the schedule—this...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Israeli cosmetics brand "Moroccan Oil" will remain the official sponsor of Eurovision for 2026. The haircare brand Moroccan Oil has been named the official sponsor of Eurovision 2026, as revealed by the European Broadcasting Union’s new graphic designs, featuring the company alongside the updated event logo. This marks the sixth consecutive year of Moroccan Oil’s sponsorship, excluding the 2020 contest that was cancelled. What does this renewed partnership mean for the Israeli company, and could it impact Israel’s participation in the contest? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Criticism and Controversy: The Debate Around Sponsorship The Israeli company Moroccan Oil has officially sponsored Eurovision since 2021. While this partnership appears strictly professional, the brand has come under fire, with several national broadcasters—such as Slovenia’s—expressing concern that the collaboration influences public voting in favor of Israel and may affect contest outcomes. Many critics voiced their objections to the announcement—which has yet to be officially confirmed by the European Broadcasting Union. Some claim it’s inappropriate...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); For Eurovision’s 70th anniversary celebrations, Lithuania’s head of delegation announces the first-ever tour for Eurovision finalists. Who will perform, when, and where? With the excitement building for the 70th anniversary of the contest, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has decided on significant changes to the format—making this edition especially festive. According to Lithuania’s head of delegation, who also reported on the logo change revealed earlier today, ten participants from Eurovision 2026, presumably the grand final top ten, will take part in a tour spanning Europe. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision’s First-Ever Finalists’ Tour Lithuanian head of delegation Audrius Giržadas, revealed in an interview on the national TV program “Labas rytas, Lietuva” that for the contest’s 70th anniversary, Eurovision will feature its first-ever finalists’ tour. According to Giržadas’ initial report, the tour will include ten artists from the Eurovision 2026 grand final, most likely the top ten finishers. These artists will perform in ten European capital cities, in major arenas and stadiums, with productions...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Not Vienna this time? Innsbruck, located in the Tyrolean Alps, expresses optimism about hosting Eurovision Song Contest in 2026! The city council of Innsbruck, whose voice is heard less in the media compared to its rival Vienna, is displaying significant optimism regarding the city’s chances of hosting Eurovision 2026! The Austrian national broadcaster (ORF) is expected to reveal the host city on August 20th between 7:30 and 8:30 AM. Which city will win the honor to host the contest? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Innsbruck Story Isn't Over? It seemed in recent days that the Austrian capital, Vienna, had a strong momentum towards hosting Eurovision 2026. Now, Johannes Anzengruber, Innsbruck’s mayor, told German media that this is not the case: "Our chances are good. Our ambition, concept, and commitment have been very well received." The Innsbruck mayor highlights the advantages of Austria’s fifth-largest city compared to Vienna: "Our strength is that all the city’s events are within a 15-minute walking distance of one...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Austrian national broadcaster ORF has revealed that Austria’s representative for Eurovision 2026 will be selected at the end of February, unveiling new details about a national selection show to be held for the first time in a decade. The Austrian national broadcaster, ORF, announced this past Saturday that Austria’s act and song for Eurovision 2026 will be chosen for the first time in ten years through an open national selection, coinciding with preparations to host the Eurovision Song Contest in May 2026. Austria has now confirmed that its national final will take place at the end of February 2026 and will feature both a jury and public vote. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Format Details: Open Call and Combined Jury/Public Voting According to the Austrian national broadcaster, the selection will be held before a live audience at the end of February 2026 and will feature both jury voting and voting from viewers at home. The...