Delta Goodrem and Romanian Metal Band Reach Eurovision Final

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[2026-05-17] Bulgaria’s Dara secured first place at the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna with her song “Bangaranga,” ahead of Israel and Australia’s Delta Goodrem. The contest’s grand final mixed pop spectacle with large street protests and a boycott by at least five countries over Israel’s participation. Activist and LGBTQ groups also used the event to accuse organizers of “pinkwashing” and overlooking Palestinian suffering.

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•Bulgaria’s entry, performed by singer Dara, won the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with the track titled “Bangaranga.”
•The 2026 Eurovision grand final took place in Vienna and drew a packed live audience alongside a large global television viewership.
•Israel’s act finished behind Bulgaria in the final ranking, losing out on the top spot.
•Australian singer Delta Goodrem qualified from the semifinals and performed in the grand final but did not win.
•At least five countries chose to boycott the 2026 contest in protest at Israel’s inclusion in the lineup.
•Thousands of demonstrators gathered in Vienna during the final to protest Israel’s participation and to show support for Palestinians.
•LGBTQ campaigners publicly criticized Eurovision organizers and broadcasters, accusing them of using queer-friendly branding to “pinkwash” Israel’s image.
•Security and city authorities in Vienna prepared for both the large influx of visitors and the planned protests around the contest venues.

What Could Happen If...

▸If more countries treat Eurovision participation as a protest tool over Israel or other conflicts Future contests may see additional boycotts, shrinking the lineup and changing voting patterns.

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WESTNPR - NewsThe Eurovision Song Contest reaches its grand final with pop and protests WESTABC News (AU) - Just InWhere to watch Delta Goodrem's Eurovision final performance WESTFrance24 - World (EN)Eurovision final lineup confirmed after 5 more countries are sent packing WESTABC News (AU) - Just InCould Delta win Eurovision? The odds have soared in her favour