Category: Malta

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Protesters at RTS in Belgrade demand a boycott of Eurovision 2026 due to the inclusion of the Israeli entry by Kan A small group of protesters, organized under the initiative Naš pRoTeSt (Our Protest), recently held a demonstration in front of the building of the Serbian national broadcaster, RTS, in Belgrade. The protesters demanded that the national broadcaster boycott the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest, claiming that the country's participation alongside Israel constitutes a legitimization of its policies. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A Small Scale Protest in Belgrade During the demonstration, organizers called on RTS to withdraw from the competition, asked local Serbian artists to cancel their performances, and urged business owners in the capital not to screen the contest broadcasts. Instead, the protesters suggested holding alternative events focusing on Palestinian culture and the situation in Gaza. Despite the media attention, it is important to emphasize that this was a small group of protesters that does...

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Former President Marie Louise Coleiro Preca joins Malta's protests calling for a Eurovision 2026 boycott due to the controversial participation of Israel. The wave of protests shows no signs of slowing down. While the Maltese national broadcaster PBS and the selected representative for Eurovision 2026, Aidan, are actively preparing for the competition, leaders of the movement opposing the current participation terms organized a large-scale demonstration last Saturday. The event drew hundreds of participants, most notably the former President of Malta, Marie Louise Coleiro Preca. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Silence is Complicity": Calls for Boycott Intensify in Valletta During the demonstration, participants repeatedly chanted slogans such as "No music during genocide" and "Boycott Eurovision". A prominent speaker at the event, Andre Callus, representing the Maltese organization Moviment Graffitti, delivered a sharp critique, stating: "Silence is complicity". Simultaneously, an open letter signed by over 150 Maltese creators from various artistic fields was released, quickly becoming a focal point...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Pro-Palestinian groups in Malta announce a national protest urging withdrawal from Eurovision 2026 over Israel’s participation, intensifying political pressure on the contest. It emerged today for the first time that a pro-Palestinian campaign in Malta has announced a nationwide demonstration against Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2026, calling on the Maltese government to lead a withdrawal from the contest as long as Israel remains a participant. This marks another forceful and controversial move that once again places Eurovision 2026 at the center of political turmoil, with a direct challenge to the legitimacy of Israel’s participation in the competition. The demonstration is scheduled to take place on Saturday, 21 February, at 16:00 local time, in front of the Parliament building in Valletta, carrying a sharp and unequivocal message: “No music during genocide.” (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Call for Withdrawal from Eurovision 2026 and Severe Accusations Against Israel The protest organizers are demanding that Malta withdraw from the competition...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Malta at Eurovision 2026: Aidan will perform “Bella” on the Eurovision 2026 stage in Vienna. Listen to the song. “Bella” (in English: “Beautiful”) is the title of the song performed by Aidan, who will represent Malta at Eurovision 2026. The contest will take place in Vienna, Austria on May 12th, 14th, and 16th. Malta will perform on the second half of the second semi-final. The song was co-written by Aidan together with Joep Van Den Boom and Sarah Bonnici. Aidan triumphed over 11 other contestants in “MESC 2026”, which was held this evening. The Maltese final took place tonight at the MFCC Conference Centre in Ta’ Qali, hosted by former representatives Destiny Chukunyere and Gaia Cauchi, together with presenter Keane Cutajar. The winner was chosen through a combination of jury votes (50%) and public televoting (50%). Aidan managed to capture the top spot, surpassing other prominent favorites such as Matt Blxck and Denise. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The performance opened in complete darkness, as a single spotlight illuminated Aidan’s silhouette...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Watch: Tonight at 20:45 CET, Malta hosts the grand final of “MESC 2026”, where the country’s entry for Eurovision 2026 will be chosen. Link to watch the live broadcast - Below! Tonight at 20:45 CET, the grand final of “MESC 2026”, will take place. At the end of tonight’s broadcast, Malta’s entry for Eurovision 2026 will be chosen. Last Thursday, the semi-final was held, where 18 songs competed for 12 spots in the grand final, set to take place tonight. Malta will be the fourth country to reveal its song for the international contest, following Albania, Montenegro and Moldova, which will also select its entry later tonight. Twelve songs are competing in “MESC 2026”, from which Malta’s artist and entry for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria will be chosen. “MESC 2026” will take place at the Malta Fairs and Conventions Centre in Ta’ Qali and will be hosted by three presenters: Destiny Chukunyere, Malta’s representative for Eurovision 2020 and 2021, Gaia Cauchi, and Keane...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Members of the Euromix editorial team convened to vote for the competing songs in MESC 2026. Who should represent Malta at Eurovision according to the editorial team? The Maltese Eurovision national selection, “MESC 2026”, is set to take place tonight at 20:45 CET, featuring 12 contestants. The winner of this local competition will represent Malta at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. In anticipation of this event, Euromix editorial team members gathered to listen to the participating songs and select their favorites from the Maltese national selection. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Editorial Picks: Who Should Represent Malta? Avi Zaikaner: First Place – Aidan – “Bella“ Aidan brings to the Maltese national selection a sixties-style pop ballad. The attempt to connect with another era — similar to what the Portuguese winner did at Eurovision 2017 — highlights a sense of nostalgia for a classic time that may captivate both the juries and the public. The song blends Mediterranean romance,...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Malta's national broadcaster PBS has published the running order of the songs that will compete in the final of “MESC 2026.” The final will take place this coming Saturday, and at the end of the final it will be decided who will represent Malta at Eurovision 2026, to be held in Vienna, Austria. Moments ago, PBS published a post on social media revealing the official running order of the 12 songs that qualified last night for the grand final. The final of “MESC 2026,” will take place tomorrow, Saturday, at 20:45 (CET). The winner will go on to represent Malta at Eurovision 2026, to be held in Vienna, Austria. The winner of the Maltese selection will be determined through a combination of jury and public voting. Who will win the selection and represent Malta in the coveted contest? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Running Order Of "MESC 2026": Click on the song title to listen! Janice Mangion – “Univers” ...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 12 contestants advanced to the grand final of “MESC 2026” after tonight’s semi-final. See the full list of finalists and discover who will compete for the Maltese ticket to Eurovision 2026! Twelve contestants out of eighteen have qualified for the grand final of Malta’s Eurovision pre-selection competition “MESC 2026,” which will take place this Saturday, January 17th. During the event, Malta will choose its representative and song for Eurovision 2026, to be held in Vienna, Austria. The semi-final was hosted by Destiny Chukunyere, Malta’s Junior Eurovision 2015 winner in and Malta’s representative in Eurovision 2020 and 2021, Gaia Cauchi, who brought Malta victory at Junior Eurovision 2013, and Keane Cutajar, a popular Maltese television presenter. The main interval act featured Tommy Cash, representative of Estonia at Eurovision 2025, who performed his hit “Espresso Macchiato”. The results were determined by an equal combination of jury votes (50%) and public televoting (50%). The winner of the Maltese national final will earn the honor of representing Malta at Eurovision...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Watch live tonight at 21:00 CET, the Semi-Final of Malta’s “MESC 2026” begins! Twelve songs will advance to Saturday’s Grand Final. Link to watch the live broadcast - Below! Tonight at 21:00 CET, “MESC 2026”, will officially begin. By the end of the selection process, Malta’s entry for Eurovision 2026 will be chosen. This evening marks the Semi-Final, where 18 songs will compete for 12 spots in the Grand Final, which will be held this coming Saturday, January 17th, at 21:00 CET. “MESC 2026” will take place at the Malta Fairs and Conventions Centre in Ta’ Qali and will be hosted by three presenters: Destiny Chukunyere, Malta’s representative for Eurovision 2020 and 2021, Gaia Cauchi, and Keane Cutajar. The finalists will be selected through a combination of jury votes (50%) and public votes (50%). Watch the semi-final live from 21:00 to 00:00 CET – click here! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "MESC 2026" Running Order: Aidan – “Bella” Ema – “Achikuku...