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Five countries boycott Israel’s Eurovision participation, prompting scrutiny of eligibility rules and how the EBU enforces them, as Bulgaria’s winner underscores the contest’s political tensions.
European Broadcasting Union members will vote in November on whether Israel can participate in the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest amid calls for its expulsion due to Israel's actions in Gaza, with some broadcasters threatening to boycott if Israel remains involved.
Eurovision is set to hold a vote among its members in November on whether to exclude Israel from next year's contest due to the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and political pressures from participating countries, with some nations threatening to withdraw if Israel competes.
Saquon Barkley was unexpectedly named to Donald Trump's sports, fitness, and nutrition council but announced he will not participate, citing being unaware of the appointment and his busy schedule. Despite previous interactions with Trump, Barkley expressed respect for the office but chose to decline involvement in the council.
President Russell M. Nelson, who recently turned 99, will be participating in the upcoming general conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints through technology due to a recent injury. He is still recovering and following his doctor's orders for a slow and careful healing process. Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, who is also recovering from health challenges, will participate in conference sessions by watching at home. Both leaders express gratitude for the love and support from members and friends of the Church.
Geoff Keighley denies being responsible for the cancellation of E3, stating that the event "sort of killed itself" due to a lack of participation from publishers. He believes that if Summer Game Fest hadn't emerged, E3 would have "splintered apart" anyway. Summer Game Fest will take place on June 8th and will be hosted in the YouTube Theatre, with fans attending live and in-person for the first time.