The Eurovision Song Contest just produced its 69th edition, featuring acts from 37 member nations performing at St. Jakobshalle, in Basel, Switzerland. The winner this year was the song “Wasted Love,” performed by JJ, representing Austria.

That was the big question on everyone’s lips at this years Eurovision Song Contest. The electric intrigue that was pulsing through Basel referred, of course, to Celine Dion and whether or not she would perform.

Get ready Europe, the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 is about to begin. Here's everything you need to know ahead of show week in Basel.

Security stopped two protesters from reaching Israel’s entrant as paint was thrown at a crew member before their arrest at the Grand Final in Basel, Switzerland.

Herzl wrote "At Basel I founded the Jewish State," and this Saturday night, the Eurovision song contest takes place in Basel and Yuval Refael will perform for the State of Israel. But a lot has changed since then.

Eurovision fans in Basel, Switzerland gathered ahead of the final to name some of their favorite acts. (May 17)

After last year’s event was overshadowed by protests over Israel’s participation, Eurovision’s organizer wants a return to normality this year. And Saturday’s event in Basel, Switzerland, will include dozens of sublime, ridiculous and catchy songs, just like any edition of the contest.

UK’s Remember Monday in 10th place after jury vote as Austria’s JJ leads - Voting has now closed, with the UK’s Remember Monday and Israel’s Yuval Raphael among the acts vying for this year’s Eurovisi