Spain, Ireland, the Netherlands and Slovenia will boycott Eurovision 2026 unless Israel is excluded, sparking a major crisis for the contest. As the BBC faces pressure to follow, we ask: can the event survive?
Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and Slovenia will boycott Eurovision 2026 over Israel's participation. The BBC supports the EBU's decision, calling for inclusivity.
Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands, and Slovenia withdraw from the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna following the EBU's decision to include Israel. Discover the events that led to this major diplomatic and cultural split.
Ireland, the Netherlands, Slovenia, and Spain withdraw from the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest in protest of Israel's involvement. Read the full story on the escalating cultural boycott.
The EBU confirms Israel's place at Eurovision 2026, prompting a boycott by Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands, and Slovenia. The BBC supports inclusion, calling music a uniting force.
The BBC supports the EBU's decision to include Israel in Eurovision 2026, despite boycotts from Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands, and Slovenia over Gaza. Read the full story.
The BBC has endorsed the EBU's decision to allow Israel to compete in Eurovision 2026, while Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands, and Slovenia announce a boycott. Read the full story on the deepening cultural divide.
Ireland, the Netherlands, Spain and Slovenia pull out of Eurovision 2026, citing Gaza conflict. The BBC supports the EBU's decision to allow Israel to compete. Read the full story.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage denies racist 'malice' amid allegations from 28 former schoolmates. He attacks BBC and ITV over coverage. Read the full investigation.
Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and Slovenia will not participate in Eurovision 2026 after Israel was cleared to compete. Read the full statements and reasons behind the historic boycott.
BBC removes Gary Lineker from Match of the Day after political tweet controversy, sparking impartiality debate and football pundit boycott.
Veteran New York sports commentator Howie Rose faces backlash after launching unexpected political tirade against the Duke and Duchess of Sussex during crucial World Series coverage, drawing criticism from listeners and colleagues alike.
Veteran BBC broadcaster Charles Nove has left his position after conducting a contentious interview with Sarah, Duchess of York about her friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, raising questions about editorial standards at the corporation.
Radiohead frontman Thom Yorke breaks his silence on cultural boycott of Israel, revealing he would refuse to perform there amid ongoing conflict in Gaza.
Newcastle legend Alan Shearer reveals why he stood firm with Gary Lineker in the BBC boycott that left Match of the Day in chaos - exclusive insight into the dramatic weekend that changed broadcasting.
Austria's national broadcaster makes a passionate plea against boycotting Israel at Eurovision, while the BBC faces internal pressure over its coverage of the controversial event.
Marvel's Mark Ruffalo erupts on social media, urging a Disney+ boycott in a fiery response to CEO Bob Iger's massive salary and corporate 'greed'.
Disney cancels Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show following a massive, sustained boycott campaign from conservative viewers over his political satire, marking a major shift in the US entertainment landscape.
Bristol band Massive Attack removes entire music catalogue from Spotify in a major protest against CEO Daniel Ek's funding of AI defence technology, igniting a fierce industry debate on ethics and art.
Acclaimed author Sally Rooney declines prestigious Aky Arts Award, citing Israel's 'system of racial domination and segregation' against Palestinians. The move ignites fresh debate on cultural boycotts.
Acclaimed author Sally Rooney declines to attend a major UK literary awards ceremony, citing advice that her public support for Palestine could lead to her arrest upon entry to Britain.
ABC network cancels Jimmy Kimmel's US talk show after internal polling reveals significant backlash over his inflammatory remarks about conservative commentator Charlie Kirk. The decision follows a dramatic advertiser exodus and plummeting audience figure
The BBC faces a major dilemma as European broadcasters threaten to boycott the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest if held in Israel. Internal debates rage over balancing artistic independence with political pressures.
Ben Cohen, the iconic co-founder of Ben & Jerry's, has dramatically quit the company's board, citing a fundamental clash with parent company Unilever over its continued business in Israeli-occupied territories, marking the culmination of a bitter, long-ru
Ukrainian tennis star Elina Svitolina withdraws from the Billie Jean King Cup tie in solidarity with her nation, citing a 'hard rule' against competing with Russian and Belarusian athletes without neutrality agreements.
RTVE, Spain's national broadcaster, faces internal revolt and public pressure to join other countries in demanding Israel's exclusion from Eurovision 2024 due to the ongoing military action in Gaza.
SBS, Australia's national broadcaster, confirms it will broadcast Eurovision 2026 from Israel, resisting a growing EU boycott movement over the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
Pressure mounts on Spain's national broadcaster RTVE to withdraw from Eurovision 2024 over Israel's participation, echoing past boycotts of Russia.
Cincinnati Bengals fans are in uproar and threatening a boycott after the NFL team paid tribute to the controversial right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk during a home game, sparking accusations of politicising sport.
Calls mount for India to boycott the high-voltage Asia Cup cricket match against Pakistan following a deadly terrorist attack on pilgrims in Kashmir, escalating tensions and putting the tournament in jeopardy.