Could Canada Join Eurovision? EBU Responds to CBC Vienna Visit

Could Canada Join Eurovision? EBU Responds to CBC Vienna Visit

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The EBU and the Canadian national broadcaster CBC discuss Canada's potential debut at the Eurovision Song Contest following a delegation visit to Vienna. Earlier this week, EuroMix reported on the official team sent to Eurovision 2026 in Vienna by the Canadian national broadcaster CBC, primarily to gather information and consider Canada's potential participation in the world's largest music competition. Now, new details are emerging regarding the Canadian delegation and their intentions to join the contest in the coming years. EBU Response: “We Are Open to Proposals” The EBU did not remain indifferent and broke its silence on the matter. In an official statement released by the organization, it stated: “The talks with the national broadcaster CBC are in their very early stages, and we look forward to continuing discussions with them. We are always excited to know that broadcasters are interested in being part of the show”. Although the discussions are still defined as preliminary, the arrival of the Canadian team...
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Sweden: Felicia Collapses After Jury Rehearsals

Sweden: Felicia Collapses After Jury Rehearsals

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Sweden's representative in Eurovision 2026, Felicia, collapsed after the Eurovision jury's rehearsal. SVT and ORF are adjusting schedules. The Eurovision Grand Final is just a few hours away, and all the qualifying countries are in their final, crucial preparations for the big night, at the end of which one country will lift the coveted trophy in Vienna. Among the artists preparing for their performance is Swedish singer Felicia, who will compete in the Grand Final with her song "My System" as the 20th song in the running order. Following reports earlier this week that she lost her voice and was resting to recover, Swedish media now reports that Felicia collapsed and lost consciousness after the crucial jury rehearsal last night. Will the streak of bad karma continue for Sweden in the Grand Final? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Backstage Collapse and Delegation Measures The Swedish delegation is in a state of panic after Felicia failed to withstand the pressure, collapsing...
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Dramatic Change: This Is How the Eurovision 2026 Winner Will Be Announced

Dramatic Change: This Is How the Eurovision 2026 Winner Will Be Announced

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Tonight at 21:00 CET, the Grand Final of Eurovision 2026 will be broadcast live from Vienna and will feature a dramatic change in the way the winner is revealed. Here are all the details about the new and intriguing system. Tonight (Saturday, May 16th) at 21:00 CET, the Grand Final of Eurovision 2026 will broadcast live from Vienna, Austria. During yesterday’s jury show rehearsal, a major change was unveiled regarding the way the winning country will be announced. After years in which the decisive moment relied on a simple split screen and the hosts reading out the final results, Eurovision’s production team has decided to refresh one of the most dramatic moments of the evening. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The new format, presented publicly for the first time during last night’s jury rehearsal in which Noam Betan delivered what many described as his strongest performance so far will dramatically change the visual presentation of the televote reveal. During...
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Tonight at 21:00 CET: the Grand Final of Eurovision 2026

Tonight at 21:00 CET: the Grand Final of Eurovision 2026

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Tonight at 21:00 CET, the Grand Final of Eurovision 2026 will be broadcast live from Vienna, Austria. 25 Countries are set to take the stage in a high-stakes musical battle. Here is everything you need to know ahead of the show. Photo: EBU Tonight (Saturday, May 16th) at 21:00 CET, the Grand Final of Eurovision 2026 will broadcast live from Vienna, Austria. 25 countries will compete in the decisive show, with only one nation claiming the title of "Eurovision 2026 Winner". The final results will be determined by a 50/50 split between the jury voting, which was decided during last night's jury show, and the public televote. Among the competitors tonight is the Israeli entry, Noam Bettan, along with several top favorites to win who have led the betting odds throughout the season: the Finnish duo Linda Lampenius and Pete Parkkonen, the Danish artist Søren Torpegaard Lund, and Australia's Delta Goodrem. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Historic Venue and Star-Studded Hosting The...
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Eurovision 2026 Grand Final: How Global Viewers Can Vote for Noam Bettan

Eurovision 2026 Grand Final: How Global Viewers Can Vote for Noam Bettan

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Noam Bettan represents Israel in the Eurovision 2026 Grand Final tonight. International "Rest of the World" fans can vote via esc.vote now! Tonight, Saturday, May 16th, at 21:00 CET, the Grand Final of Eurovision 2026 will broadcast live from Vienna, Austria. 25 countries will compete on the grand stage, but only one can take the trophy home. Among tonight's competitors is the Israeli entry, Noam Bettan, who will vie for victory in the Eurovision grand final. The results tonight will be determined by a 50% jury vote - which was decided yesterday during the jury show - and a 50% public televote. To create a fairer and more balanced competition, the public voting allowance has been reduced this year from 20 to 10 votes per person. The stage is set, the cameras are ready, and anticipation for the Eurovision 2026 Grand Final is at its peak. However, what will truly decide the outcome is not just the performance...
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Eurovision 2026: Final Show – Jury Rehearsal: Liveblog

Eurovision 2026: Final Show – Jury Rehearsal: Liveblog

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Get the full coverage from the second dress rehearsal of the final show, currently taking place on the Eurovision 2026 stage in Vienna. One by one, all 25 qualifying countries will take the stage. We will be providing updates throughout the rehearsal with all the details received by our editorial team. Photo: EBU Today at 21:00 CET, the second dress rehearsal began ahead of the final show broadcast, which will take place tomorrow at 21:00 CET (Saturday, May 16). Just before the last rehearsal takes place tomorrow at 13:30 CET, we’re here to report everything happening on stage in real time from Vienna. Make sure to click the refresh button so you can continue following along during the rehearsals! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Final Show - Initial Overview: The Grand Final begins with a video screened on the screen, showing JJ at the moment of his Eurovision victory last year. Afterward, he meets with his fans in Vienna, and as he...
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Eurovision 2026: Final Show – Press Rehearsal: Liveblog

Eurovision 2026: Final Show – Press Rehearsal: Liveblog

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Get the full coverage from the first dress rehearsal of the final show, currently taking place on the Eurovision 2026 stage in Vienna. One by one, all 25 qualifying countries will take the stage. We will be providing updates throughout the rehearsal with all the details received by our editorial team. Photo: EBU Today at 13:42 CET, the first dress rehearsal began ahead of the final show broadcast, which will take place tomorrow at 21:00 CET (Saturday, May 16). Just before the jury rehearsal takes place today at 21:00 CET, we’re here to report everything happening on stage in real time from Vienna. Make sure to click the refresh button so you can continue following along during the rehearsals! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Final Show - Initial Overview: The Grand Final begins with a video screened on the screen, showing JJ at the moment of his Eurovision victory last year. Afterward, he meets with his fans in Vienna, and as he...
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Eurovision 2026 Odds: Linda Lampenius and Pete Parkkonen Lead Betting

Eurovision 2026 Odds: Linda Lampenius and Pete Parkkonen Lead Betting

 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Linda Lampenius and Pete Parkkonen lead Eurovision 2026 odds with 43%, followed by Delta Goodrem and Achilleas as the final approaches. The two semi-finals for Eurovision 2026, held in Vienna, Austria, are now behind us, and we bring you the most updated and comprehensive betting table as of today. Dramatic and surprising changes have been recorded in the national rankings over the last 24 hours. It appears the performances in the semi-finals have led to significant shifts, potentially signaling a new favorite for the trophy. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Current Leaders in the Betting Odds First Place: Finland, with the song "Liekinheitin" (in English: "Flamethrower") performed by Linda Lampenius and Pete Parkkonen, is emerging as the clear favorite to win with a 43% chance. This figure is higher than the winning probability of Sweden (42%) which led the pack last year. A day before the Grand Final, the Finnish entry continues to strengthen, marking...
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Eurovision 2026: Official Grand Final Running Order Revealed

Eurovision 2026: Official Grand Final Running Order Revealed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ORF and the EBU have released the Eurovision 2026 running order, placing Linda Lampenius and Pete Parkkonen in a prime late-show spot. Photo: EBU The stage is set for the Eurovision 2026 Grand Final, which will take place this Saturday featuring 25 participating nations. Following the conclusion of the semi-finals, 20 qualifiers have joined the host nation, Austria, and the "Big 4" countries - the primary financial contributors who qualify automatically for the final. Before the official announcement, each delegation drew their position for either the first half (songs 1-13), the second half (songs 14-25), or the "Producer's Choice." This latter option grants the production the flexibility to determine the specific placement to ensure a high-quality television show. Since 2013, the exact running order has been proposed by the Eurovision production team and approved by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU). The Austrian national broadcaster (ORF) aims to create a diverse and engaging flow, alternating between different musical genres and...
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Second Semi-Final: Qualifiers Draw Their Grand Final Position

Second Semi-Final: Qualifiers Draw Their Grand Final Position

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Eurovision 2026 second semi-final qualifiers have drawn their Grand Final performance halves ahead of Saturday’s show. Photo: EBU After a dramatic evening filled with surprises, the second semi-final of Eurovision 2026 came to an end, with the final 10 countries securing their places in Saturday’s Grand Final: Bulgaria Ukraine Norway Australia Romania Malta Cyprus Albania Denmark Czechia The qualifiers from the second semi-final now join the countries that advanced from the first semi-final: Greece, Finland, Belgium, Sweden, Moldova, Israel, Serbia, Croatia, Lithuania, and Poland. In addition, the Grand Final will also feature the Big 4 - Italy, the United Kingdom, Germany, and France, together with Austria - last years winner and the host country. Immediately after the semi-final concluded, the participating artists took part in the traditional draw to determine which half of the Grand Final they would perform in on Saturday, May 16th. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Which Countries Drew the First and Second Halves? Performing in the First Half...
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