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The maths behind the public votes at Eurovision 2025

Pollster Kevin Cunningham explains how the nature of Eurovision voting influenced the outcome
Eurovision 2025 • 18 May

8 Eurovision controversies you probably didn't know about

From allegations of bribery and drug use to political demonstrations, the Eurovision has never been just about the songs
Eurovision • 14 May

How the cost of the 1971 Eurovision nearly sank RTÉ

The station's decision to film the 1971 Eurovision in colour led to programme cutbacks and cancellations
Eurovision • 16 May

All you need to know about Eurovision voting patterns

There are many parallels between Eurovision voting and regular election campaigns
Eurovision • 13 May

Why did Ireland give Israel 10 points at the Eurovision?

Pollster Kevin Cunningham explains how the nature of Eurovision voting influenced the outcome
Eurovision • 14 May 24

Why a Ukraine Eurovision win will not be a sympathy vote

If Ukraine's Kalush Orchestra triumph in Turin, it will be down to a wave of support for the nation's music in past contests
Eurovision • 12 May 22

Douze points: the who, what & why of Eurovision voting

The Brainstorm long read: all you ever wanted to know about the politics and geography of who votes for who in the annual song contest. By Caoilfhionn D'Arcy and Adrian Kavanagh, Maynooth University.
Eurovision • 13 May 21

Douze points: the who, what & why of Eurovision voting

All you ever wanted to know about the politics and geography of who votes for who in the annual song contest.
Eurovision • 08 May 18

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