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With rehearsals beginning in Vienna this weekend, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and its Members are kicking off the Contest’s 70th anniversary with a year-long celebration of music, creativity and connection - powered by new digital experiences,
Millions of fans across Europe (and Australia) will be tuning in to see if their nation’s act can bring home the Eurovision trophy this month – but five countries will be noticeably absent from this year’s song contest.
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BBC announces stacked Eurovision 2026 presenting lineup with new additions and returning favourites
The BBC has confirmed its stacked presenting lineup for Eurovision 2026, with new additions and some returning favourites. This year's competition is set to take place in Vienna later this month, with the UK hoping to take top the leaderboard this year with entry LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER.
The European Broadcasting Union's commercial director broke the news on to the 70th edition at StreamTV Europe in Lisbon, also addressing controversies and the new Asian version of the contest.
Dozens of protesters have rallied outside the Serbian state RTS broadcaster demanding that the Balkan country pull out of this year’s Eurovision Song Contest because of Israel’s participation.