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Eurovision Song Contest

Israel unveils its song for Eurovision 2025: Watch

New Day Will Rise (Yom Hadash Yafzia) will be performed by Yuval Raphael, on October 7 was in a protected shelter and had to play dead to hide from Hamas terrorists

Ran Boker | 03.09.25

Israel’s Eurovision entry officially approved, ending uncertainty

The European Broadcasting Union has finally notified the Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation that it has approved the song 'New Day Will Rise,' confirming Israel's participation in the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest; The video will premiere on Sunday

Ran Boker | 03.06.25

'The White Lotus' spotlights Israeli Eurovision classic

A Thai rendition of 'A-Ba-Ni-Bi' appears in the fourth episode of the HBO series; Hirsch, surprised by the cover’s inclusion, revealed she granted permission for its use but had never heard this version before

Smadar Shiloni | 02.18.25

Israeli musicians protest Eurovision song selection, alleging conflict of interest

Critics argue song written by Keren Peles should be disqualified due to her involvement in selecting Israel’s Eurovision representative; Kan Broadcasting dismisses allegations, says selection was unanimous

Ran Boker | 02.09.25

Israel’s Eurovision 2025 entry to feature biblical Song of Songs quotes

Keren Peles, co-writer of Israel's 2024 Eurovision entry Hurricane, pens country's 2025 song for Yuval Raphael; premiere set to air next month on Kan Broadcasting ahead of contest in Switzerland

Ran Boker | 02.07.25

Israel's Eurovision 2025 contestant Yuval Raphael to compete in second semi-final

Israel will compete in the second semi-final of the international song contest on May 15; Eurovision experts say this is a 'good draw for Israel'

Ran Boker | 01.28.25

Nova massacre survivor Yuval Raphael to represent Israel at Eurovision 2025

Raphael, 24, named Israel’s representative for song contest in Basel, Switzerland, this May after winning finale of The Next Star for Eurovision

Ran Boker | 01.23.25

Slovenian broadcaster calls for Israel to be barred from Eurovision 2025

Slovenia's public broadcaster sends official letter to European Broadcasting Union, calling for Israel to be disqualified from next year's edition, aligning with series of recent anti-Israel actions by Slovenian government

Ran Boker | 12.21.24

One in five Israelis admits to spreading fake news, survey finds

Most Israelis rely on social media for their news, despite over half acknowledging it is an unreliable source; a quarter of respondents admit to sharing information without verifying its credibility

Daniela Ginzburg | 12.11.24

Eden Golan receives medical exemption from IDF, asks to volunteer

Israel’s latest Eurovision Song Contest representative informs military she intends to serve on a voluntary basis in the military despite medical limitation

Ran Boker | 10.01.24

Eden Golan drops first single since turbulent Eurovision campaign

New single Older addresses struggles faced by children and youth forced to endure hardships far beyond their years; 'It captures my own feelings and personal story,' singer says

Ran Boker | 09.25.24

עדן גולן בחזרה לקראת גמר אירוויזיון 2024

Poise vs. bullying: a lesson learned at the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest

Opinion: Despite the violence of anti-Israel protesters, and perhaps because of it, the silent majority among viewers at home from 14 countries gave Israel the maximum possible votes

Shmuel Munitz | 05.12.24

עדן גולן ונמו, נציג.ת שווייץ באירוויזיון 2024

Switzerland wins Eurovision Song Contest 2024, Israel ranks 5th

Swiss rapper Nemo carries competition with The Code; Israel's Eden Golan second in popular vote, just behind Croatia; despite public support, harsh jury votes kept her from contending for top prize

Raz Shechnik, Malmo, Omer Tessel, Aya Chajut | 05.12.24

עדן גולן נציגת ישראל לאירווזיון 2024 חצי גמר שני

Eden Golan defies previous odds after semi-final success

Mishap on Italian Rai reveals nearly 40% of viewers gave Israeli artist their vote in the Eurovision Song Contest Thursday competition raising Eden Golan to second place to win in betting pools

Raz Shechnik, Malmo | 05.10.24

Eden Golan makes Eurovision finals after powerful performance

Cheers and applause drown out booing from audiences while Israeli artist performs moving rendition of Hurricane; she is now to perform in the finals on Saturday

Raz Shechnik, Zeev Avrahami | 05.09.24