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Netherlands: Douwe Bob Sues Politician Over Antisemitism Allegations

August 6, 2025 by Noy Yehoyada Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Douwe Bob sues politician Dilan Yeşilgöz for accusations of antisemitism after canceling a performance for Jewish children at an Amsterdam event. Douwe Bob, who represented the Netherlands in Eurovision 2016, has filed a defamation lawsuit against Dilan Yeşilgöz, leader of the largest party in the Dutch parliament, following her post on X that accused him of antisemitism. As previously reported, Douwe Bob left the Netherlands with his family after receiving life threats due to uproar caused by his cancellation of a performance at an event for Jewish children. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Controversy at Amsterdam’s “Jom Ha Voetbal” Tournament The controversy began when Douwe Bob canceled his appearance at the annual “Jom Ha Voetbal” football tournament in Amsterdam, an event for the Jewish community’s children. According to the artist, he withdrew due to the "promotion of Zionist propaganda" at the event, which he claimed was contrary to agreements with the organizers. After the cancellation became public, Yeşilgöz posted a strong...

Italy: Damiano David Nominated in Two Categories at the American MTV Awards

August 6, 2025August 10, 2025 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The nominees for the MTV American VMA Awards have been revealed, and Eurovision fans have reason to celebrate: Damiano David, lead singer of Maneskin, is nominated for two major awards! The nominees for the MTV American VMA Awards have been announced, and Eurovision fans can take pride: Damiano David, lead singer of Maneskin, is nominated in two important categories. This is a major milestone for a Eurovision winner, especially in a ceremony closely linked to the American music industry. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Nominations: MTV Push Performance and Best Long Form Video Categories David is nominated in the MTV Push Best New Performance category thanks to his appearance with "Next Summer". The MTV Push program is designed to promote emerging musicians. David faces competition from breakthrough artists such as Shaboozey and Gigi Perez. He is also nominated for Best Long Form Video thanks to the clip for his song "Funny Little Stories". This time,...

Azerbaijan Confirms Participation in Eurovision 2026!

August 6, 2025 by Shahar Asido Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Azerbaijan's head of delegation confirmed the country's participation in Eurovision 2026 in Austria. The representative and song selection process is yet to be decided. Azerbaijan's head of delegation confirmed that Azerbaijan will participate in Eurovision 2026, which will take place in Austria. Azerbaijan is the 23rd country to express interest in participating in Eurovision 2026, following Albania, Belgium, Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Israel, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Serbia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the host country, Austria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The head of delegation, Nurlana Jafarli, stated in an interview that the information claiming Azerbaijan will not participate in Eurovision is unfounded. "Azerbaijan usually announced its official participation starting in August and chose its representative by the end of September. And this year the process is a bit late. Unfortunately, I cannot explain to you the reasons for this. Because we are involved in other processes.We still have some time for that. For official confirmation we must wait for the decision of the leadership of Public Television". She also noted...

San Marino’s national broadcaster backtracks on participation approval!

August 6, 2025 by Shahar Asido Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Expression of interest is not a participation commitment": San Marino national broadcaster distances itself from the government document interpreted as confirmation of Eurovision 2026 participation! After the Sammarinese State Congress has officially approved participation in Eurovision 2026, which will be held in Austria, the Sammarinese national broadcaster, SMRTV, emphasizes that the official decision has not yet been made! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In a document issued by San Marino’s Congress of State (its government) on July 8th, it was stated that it acknowledges the Eurovision contest’s contribution to San Marino’s global visibility and also approves the continuation of the national selection, the "San Marino Song Contest", for another year. This was taken as official approval of San Marino’s participation in Eurovision 2026. However, it has now been published that the decision regarding national participation has not yet been made, nor has it been sent to the European Broadcasting Union. The Sammarinese national broadcaster wishes to clarify that the Congress's...

Vienna or Innsbruck: When Will the Host City for Eurovision 2026 Be Announced?

August 5, 2025 by Ronnie Glik Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Who will host the Eurovision Song Contest in 2026—Vienna or Innsbruck? On August 20, we will know whether the world’s largest singing competition will take place in Austria’s capital or its renowned alpine city. According to a report from a local newspaper, Austria’s national broadcaster ORF will disclose the host city’s identity on August 20 between 8:30-9:30 AM (Israel time). The choice is between the two remaining cities in the race to host the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest: Vienna and Innsbruck. After JJ (JJ) brought victory to Austria with the song "Wasted Love", several cities in the country expressed interest in hosting the contest, but now only these two finalists remain. Who will win the honor of being the next Eurovision host? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Final Sprint: ORF's Upcoming Host City Announcement The race to host the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest in Austria is entering its critical stage, with just two cities left—Vienna and Innsbruck—competing for the opportunity to stage...

Italy: Is Angelina Mango Planning a Eurovision Comeback Through Sanremo 2026?

August 5, 2025August 5, 2025 by Tal Dahan Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); According to reports, Angelina Mango plans a return at Sanremo 2026, amid uncertainty over the festival’s location. Will she represent Italy at Eurovision again? Angelina Mango, who represented Italy at Eurovision 2024 with the song "La Noia" (in English: "The Boredom") and finished in seventh place, is reportedly planning a comeback to Italy’s main music stage - the Sanremo Festival. According to Italian media, Mango is currently working on new material, aiming to secure a spot in the official participant list for Sanremo 2026 - and perhaps to represent Italy at Eurovision again. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Angelina Mango’s Journey: From Reality TV to Eurovision Mango first rose to national recognition in Italy after placing second on the reality show "Amici 22" ("Friends 22"). She built on this success by winning Sanremo 2024, earning the right to represent Italy at Eurovision, where she achieved a respectable seventh place in the Grand Final. Notably, this...

San Marino Confirms Participation in Eurovision 2026!

August 5, 2025 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After previously threatening to withdraw from Eurovision, the government of San Marino has now confirmed that the small state will take part in Eurovision 2026! San Marino will once again use the “San Marino Song Contest” as its national selection. The Sammarinese State Congress has officially announced that San Marino will participate in Eurovision 2026, which will be hosted in Austria. San Marino becomes the 23rd country to express interest in joining Eurovision 2026, following Albania, Belgium, Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Israel, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Serbia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the host country, Austria. At the previous Eurovision, San Marino finished last in the final with the song "Tutta L'italia" (“All Italy”), performed by Gabry Ponte. After the contest, the country voiced strong reservations about the current Eurovision voting system and, unlike other countries, also openly criticized the judges’ voting. Despite statements from the national broadcaster regarding uncertainty over participation, the government has now published...

Cyprus Confirms Participation in Eurovision 2026!

August 4, 2025August 5, 2025 by Ronnie Glik Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Cypriot national broadcaster CyBC has confirmed Cyprus' participation in Eurovision 2026, to be held in Austria. Cyprus is expected to select its entry again through an internal selection. The Cypriot national broadcaster CyBC has officially announced that Cyprus will participate in Eurovision 2026, which will be hosted in Austria. Cyprus becomes the 22nd country to express interest in joining Eurovision 2026, following Albania, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Israel, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Serbia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the host country, Austria. The Cypriot national broadcaster CyBC has officially started preparations for Eurovision 2026 in Austria. The broadcaster is pursuing an internal selection process to choose an experienced artist, abandoning the option of a public national final - a decision influenced by budget limitations and high expectations for success. After two years of fluctuating results and a disappointing finish in Eurovision 2025, CyBC aims to focus on professionalism and proven skill by starting preparations...

Switzerland: Song Submission Window Opens for Eurovision 2026

August 4, 2025 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Swiss national broadcaster SRG SSR has officially opened the window for song submissions for the Eurovision 2026 selection process. Switzerland will continue to select its entry through an internal selection. Switzerland has officially announced the start of its Eurovision 2026 selection, to be hosted in Austria, inviting artists, composers, and producers to submit their songs between August 4 and August 25, 2025. The national broadcaster opened the process today, accepting entries from 9:00 a.m. (Central European Time) until August 25 at 11:00 p.m. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Swiss representative for Eurovision 2026 will once again be chosen through a combined mechanism involving a Swiss audience, an international audience, and a panel of experts - a model that has proven effective in recent years. The decision will be made in stages, in collaboration with the country’s four main broadcasting organizations (SRF, RTS, RSI, RTR), and with the support of the research institute YouGov. This process is designed...

Austria: Eurovision 2026 Representative To Be Selected at the End of February!

August 4, 2025 by Ofek Jerassi Comment Closed

(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...