contestants

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At the same time, the singer admitted he'd practised being booed during rehearsals, after Israeli contestants faced similar chants in 2024 and 2025.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Under Eurovision rules, contestants do not have to be citizens of the country they are representing, although some participating countries can mandate it under their own rules.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

And not just because one of the leading contestants torched himself and his political livelihood in a bonfire of hubris and stupidity.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

Donald Trump hosted the show, in which contestants competed for a job working for the businessman, when it aired on NBC for 14 seasons.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

Before the bus arrives, the teachers and contestants stand motionless in front of King Middle.

From "Like Vanessa" by Tami Charles