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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); More details about Eurovision 2025 are being published at any moment, and soon we will discover who the hosts of Eurovision in Basel will be – with the reveal in January! Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland is taking shape as we enter the peak season, with one of the most important details – the Eurovision hosts – set to be announced during January! This announcement follows the release of the list of participating countries in Eurovision 2025, which includes 38 nations, and the announcement of the date for the semi-final allocation draw and host city insignia exchange ceremony, scheduled for January 28. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Edi Estermann, spokesperson for the Swiss national broadcaster SRG, reported that they are now in the final stages of signing contracts with the designated hosts. They sought professional candidates who fit the spirit of Eurovision and also speak English at a high level. Additionally, Estermann describes the hosting role as currently the...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Semi-Final Allocation Draw and Host City Insignia Exchange Ceremony will be held on January 28. During the draw, it will be determined which country will compete in the first and second semi-final. The Semi-Final Allocation Draw and Host City Insignia Exchange Ceremony is the first Eurovision event of the year organized by the national broadcaster, this year Switzerland's SRG SSR. During the event, the 38 participating countries will be divided into two semi-finals, each with 16 participants. The first semi-final will take place on May 13, and the second on May 15. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The 32 countries participating in the semi-finals will be divided into two groups, with each country allowed to vote only in the semi-final in which it participates. Prior to the draw, they will be divided into five or six groups based on historical voting patterns. For example, former Yugoslav countries (Croatia, Serbia, and Slovenia) will be allocated to the same pot....

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 38 countries will participate in Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland, on May 13, 15, and 17. The list includes all 37 countries from Eurovision 2024, plus Montenegro, which returns after a two-year absence. The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has revealed the list of countries participating in Eurovision 2025, which includes 38 countries. This number is an increase from the 37 countries that participated in Eurovision 2024, with Montenegro returning to the competition after a two-year absence. Israel is also among the participating countries. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Non-Participating Countries Countries which will not participate in Eurovision 2025 include Turkey, which last competed in 2012; Bosnia and Herzegovina, which last participated in 2016; Hungary, which last competed in 2019; and Russia and Belarus, which have been suspended from the EBU and have not participated since 2021 (Belarus) and 2022 (Russia). Despite rumors of a possible return, Bulgaria and North Macedonia will also not participate this year. Deliberations on Participation Several countries were...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Course correction: Following Eurovision 2024 scandals, the EBU issued a code of conduct to protect contestants' environment, mandatory for all participants in the production. The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has today released an official document titled "Code of Conduct for Welfare Protection" on its website. This document comes in response to complaints from contestants and various television networks about improper conduct by various officials during Eurovision 2024. The incident involving Joost Klein, the Dutch representative, who was disqualified on the final night following an incident with a photographer during the second semi-final, is particularly memorable. However, the document addresses numerous complaints, including those from Slovenia. Moreover, these dramatic changes seem to directly address the many incidents directed at the Israeli delegation and Israel's representative, Eden Golan. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The document states: "The Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) continues to grow as the world’s largest and most celebrated entertainment show, attracting hundreds of millions of viewers globally. As part of its...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Insurance group Helvetia has announced that it will serve as an additional sponsor for Eurovision 2025 to be held in Basel, Switzerland, joining the Basel Cantonal Bank and Novartis on the list of sponsors. Swiss insurance group Helvetia has officially announced that it will serve as an additional sponsor for Eurovision 2025 in Switzerland. This announcement follows the declarations of Basel Cantonal Bank (Basler Kantonalbank - BKB) and Novartis as official sponsors of the competition, the latter replacing TikTok after three years in this role. Unlike the other sponsors who are local to Basel, Helvetia's headquarters are located in St. Gallen in northeastern Switzerland. The company's CEO, Martin Jara, enthusiastically declared: "We are proud to contribute to an unforgettable festival in the city." (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Helvetia's Unique Contribution to Eurovision 2025 Helvetia is a leading international insurance group founded in 1858, operating in over 20 countries worldwide. The company plans to open a unique venue called "Campus Basel"...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Eurovision Fans Awards 2024 voting is now open! Discover which artists are nominated in each category! Full details are below. Before the Eurovision 2024 season in Malmö concludes, the official Eurovision website has launched its annual Fans Awards survey. This year, the survey features 12 categories aimed at honoring Eurovision artists from the past season. Everyone is invited to vote and make their voices heard! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The voting for the Eurovision Fans Awards 2024 opened today and will remain active until Friday, December 13, at 10:00 AM CET. Fans can cast their votes through the official Eurovision app. The full results will be revealed on December 31 via the official Eurovision YouTube channel.   הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם   ‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎Eurovision Song Contest‎‏ (@‏‎eurovision‎‏)‎‏     Eurovision Awards 2024 Categories:   Artistic Vision 2024 Bambie Thug Alyona Alyona & Jerry Heil Slimane Nemo Vocal Powerhouse 2024 Nemo ISAAK Gåte Iolanda Miss Congeniality 2024 "A pleasure to have in class" Windows95man Marcus & Martinus Angelina Mango Baby Lasagna Onstage Ensemble 2024 Marina Satti 5MIINUST x Puuluup LADANIVA Nebulossa Luscious Locks 2024 MEGARA Nebulossa TEYA DORA Silvester Belt Style Icon 2024 Bambie...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Swiss national broadcaster SRG SSR announced it will reveal the graphic package, music, and stage design for Eurovision 2025 at a special event on December 16th, along with details on ticket sales for the various shows. Renowned stage designer Florian Wieder will be responsible for the Eurovision stage design again this year. In about a week and a half, on Monday, December 16th, the Swiss national broadcaster SRG SSR will unveil the graphic package, logo, stage design, and theme music for Eurovision 2025, set to take place in May in Basel. The event will also reveal details about ticket sales for the upcoming Eurovision. German stage designer Florian Wieder, who has previously designed stages for many Eurovision editions, will be responsible for the Eurovision stage design in Basel for the ninth time this year. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); On Monday, December 16th, as is customary every year around December-January, the graphic package for the Eurovision Song Contest will...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Basel Cantonal Bank (BKB) announced its sponsorship of Eurovision 2025 in Switzerland, joining Novartis. The bank aims to support the event's local impact and cultural significance in Basel. Basel Cantonal Bank (BKB) has officially announced its role as an additional sponsor for Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. This announcement follows the declaration of Novartis as the official sponsor of the competition, marking the first time in three years that TikTok is not serving in this capacity. BKB, operating in Basel, recognizes the importance of financial support for Eurovision, which will be held in Basel for the first time, to ensure that the local population can experience and celebrate this unique moment in the region. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A Platform for Creativity and Cultural Diversity In their statement, BKB, founded and operating since 1899, emphasized that the Eurovision Song Contest is not merely a music competition but a platform that strengthens creativity, cultural diversity, and a sense of community....

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The threat has been removed: The results of the referendum in Basel on approving the Eurovision budget indicate that residents want to host Eurovision and fund the event with public money. Today, a referendum was held in Basel on the question of the Eurovision budget. After two weeks of postal voting, the initial sample shows that Basel residents are interested in hosting Eurovision, with about two-thirds voting in favor of funding the event and only one-third voting against. The referendum was initiated after the Swiss Federal Democratic Union party (EDU/UDF) unexpectedly managed to gather enough signatures for it to take place. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In Switzerland, citizens participate directly in the legislative process, enabling a party to call for a referendum if sufficient public support is demonstrated. As early as July, the EDU/UDF, in collaboration with the Federation of German Taxpayers, demanded a referendum against funding Eurovision 2025 through municipal or cantonal budgets in Switzerland. The EDU/UDF, known...