Greta Thunberg

Eurovision chaos: Ireland a no-show for dress rehearsal as French act sends anti-war message [VIDEO]

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Eurovision chaos: Ireland a no-show for dress rehearsal as French act sends anti-war message [VIDEO]

Ireland, along with Greece and Switzerland, did not appear during the parade at the start of the Family Rehearsal for the Eurovision Song Contest 2024. Bambie Thug, representing Ireland, was absent from the stage, citing an urgent situation requiring attention from the organisers. The European Broadcasting Union is currently discussing necessary actions in response to the absence. France’s act Slimane stopped his performance midway to send a peace message, chanting “United by music yes, but for love, for peace.” The Eurovision contest has been thrust into political conflict with protests calling for Israel’s exclusion and demands for changes to Israel’s entry lyrics.

Malmo braces for Eurovision final and fresh protest

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Malmo braces for Eurovision final and fresh protest

Malmo is preparing for the Eurovision grand final, amidst security threats and protests over Israel’s participation. Bookmakers predict Croatia’s Baby Lasagna and Israel’s Eden Golan as top contenders to win. The event has drawn thousands of visitors to the city, with protests from both pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli groups. Russia was banned from Eurovision in 2022, while the 26 contestants in the final include representatives from various countries. The event is seen as a way to unite people and have a good time together.

Greece through to Eurovision Grand Final

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Greece through to Eurovision Grand Final

Marina Satti from Greece advanced to the Eurovision Grand Final with her song “ZARI” after a captivating performance.

Police remove Greta Thunberg from blocking Swedish parliament

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Police remove Greta Thunberg from blocking Swedish parliament

Swedish police forcibly removed Greta Thunberg and other climate activists from blocking the entrance to the Swedish parliament on a Tuesday. The activists were protesting for the second consecutive day against climate change and political inaction. Thunberg, 21, known for initiating a global youth movement for climate action starting in 2018, has been detained or removed from protests in Sweden, Norway, and Germany in the past year. A British court recently acquitted her of a public order offence related to a protest in London.