Category: Switzerland

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Switzerland in Eurovision: Switzerland confirms participation in Eurovision 2026 in Austria, continuing to lead with a successful selection model, rich musical tradition, and broad cultural influence on Europe’s major song contest. Switzerland has officially confirmed its participation in Eurovision 2026, which will be held in Austria, joining a series of countries that have already secured their place in Europe’s biggest song contest. The announcement came just days after the conclusion of Eurovision 2025, which took place in Basel and left a strong impression on the international fan community and media. For Switzerland, this is a continuation of its long-standing musical tradition on the European stage and a reinforcement of its status as a significant force in the competition. Switzerland is the thirteenth country to express interest in participating in Eurovision 2026, following Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Malta, the Netherlands, Serbia, Spain, the United Kingdom, and the host country, Austria.   (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle ||...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2025 viewership figures revealed: dozens of protests, hundreds of thousands of visitors - this is how the festivities looked in Switzerland. Was this the most successful year in contest history? The city of Basel and the Swiss national broadcaster, SRG SSR, have published a summary of the activities surrounding Eurovision 2025, and the numbers are remarkable: over 500,000 people participated in satellite events and public screenings, around 100,000 visited the main show venues, and 170 million people watched the contest worldwide. Local authorities and the national broadcaster are calling the project a complete success - culturally, in terms of tourism, and for public safety. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); “We Fulfilled a Dream - And in a Big Way” The President of the Basel Cantonal Government, Conradin Cramer, proudly presented the figures and said: “These are numbers we could only dream of. Our expectations were fully met. My wildest dreams have come true”. During the week, approximately 100,000 people attended the main...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Switzerland in Eurovision 2025: Singer Zoë Më took the stage for her second rehearsal with the song “Voyage”. Stay updated with all the reports from Basel, Switzerland… The Swiss singer Zoë Më was the thirteenth act to rehearse today on the Eurovision 2025 stage with her song "Voyage". She will perform in the first semi-final on May 13th between song number 14 (Croatia) and song number 15 (Cyprus), and as song number 19 in the grand final to be held on May 17th. In the video released from rehearsal, Zoë Më is seen singing and looking forward while the camera films her from the side. The camera slowly circles so that Zoë looks at it as she sings into the microphone. The background is black and dark, and she is lit with natural, warm, and intimate lighting. She sings gently, moving her head with the rhythm of her singing. Zoë wears natural makeup and a dress with an off-the-shoulder top...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Switzerland in Eurovision 2025: Singer Zoe Me took the stage for her first rehearsal with the song “Voyage”. Stay updated with all the reports from Basel, Switzerland… The Swiss singer Zoe Me was the thirteenth act to rehearse today on the Eurovision 2025 stage with her song "Voyage". She will perform in the first semi-final on May 13th between song number 14 (Croatia) and song number 15 (Cyprus), and as song number 19 in the grand final to be held on May 17th. It’s Switzerland’s turn, the host country, with Zoë Më performing “Voyage.” Zoë was born in Basel, so this is something of a homecoming for her. The song is sung in French, but she’s also known for performing in both French and German, blending poetic pop with classic chanson influences. “Voyage” centers on a charged, deep relationship, with the singer finding herself in a new and complicated emotional reality. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Switzerland...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Essential tools to combat terrorism": Switzerland takes a firm stance with new legislation against Hamas. How will the new ban affect Eurovision 2025? In a move that could change the rules of the game, Switzerland—a country long renowned for its unwavering neutrality and cautious diplomacy—has imposed a comprehensive ban on Hamas, just ahead of Eurovision 2025, set to take place in Basel. The new legislation, born out of the deadly terrorist attack of October 7, marks a dramatic shift in Switzerland’s foreign policy and has sparked widespread reactions both domestically and internationally. Will this step ensure a safer competition, or might it further inflame tensions surrounding the year’s biggest event? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); New Legislation Against Hamas: "Essential Tools to Combat Terrorism" The Swiss government announced that a new law banning Hamas and all affiliated organizations will come into force on May 15, the same day that Israel’s representative, Yuval Raphael, is set to take the Eurovision stage....

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Drama in Basel ahead of Eurovision 2025, as protests targeting Israel spark security concerns. Authorities respond with a surprising decision. What threatens the festive spirit of Europe’s biggest music event? Eurovision 2025 is less than two weeks away, yet the drama has already begun. In recent days, public calls have circulated on Swiss social media platforms urging people to participate in a mass protest against Israel’s participation in the upcoming contest in Basel, Switzerland. Behind these calls stands a new movement named "Escalate For Palestine", which is promoting a full boycott of the event in protest of Israel not being excluded from the competition—despite its ongoing military operations in the Gaza Strip. The movement has announced plans for a major demonstration on May 17, the day of the Eurovision Grand Final, at Barfüsserplatz, the city’s central square. Additionally, it has promoted a series of protest actions throughout Eurovision week in Basel, including encouraging the public to engage in...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Another beloved past star returns to the stage: Destiny, Malta's representative for Eurovision 2021 (and the canceled 2020 contest) and winner of Junior Eurovision 2015, will take part in the guest performances at Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. In a joint announcement on social media by Destiny and the Swiss national broadcaster and the official Eurovision page, the singer revealed that she is expected to perform at Eurovision 2025. Destiny, who was chosen to represent Malta in Eurovision 2020 with the song "All of My Love," did not get to perform that year due to the contest's cancellation amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The following year, she returned to the stage with the song "Je me casse," which earned her seventh place with 255 points - one of Malta's best results in the past decade. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); At this stage, it has not yet been announced in which of the three broadcasts of the competition Destiny will appear - one...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "For an entire year, all anyone talks about is gays and lesbians": A Swiss parliament member launches a rare attack against Eurovision. What lies behind these harsh words — and why is Europe stirred? Eurovision 2025 will take place in less than two weeks, and even before it has started, it is already under attack. Eric Weber, a member of the Grand Council of the Canton of Basel-Stadt in Switzerland, has launched an unprecedented assault against the Eurovision contest and its associated cultural influences. In an interview broadcast on the Belarusian channel STV, Weber warned about the dangers he perceives in the contest's existence and the cultural values it allegedly promotes. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "Eurovision? It’s Destroying Europe" Eric Michael Weber (born June 24, 1963) is a Swiss far-right populist publisher, journalist, and politician. He is currently serving his third term as a member of the Grand Council of Basel-Stadt, representing his independent political movement "VA", which is...