Now a refugee, Eurovision's Jamala lifts Ukraine spirits from abroad
The invasion was "ruining the European values which we built over so many years" following World War II, Jamala said.
Thu Mar 10 2022
Excitement builds in Icelandic fishing town vying for Oscars glory
The Oscar nomination came after a locally produced video extolling the song, presented by fictional Husavik resident Oskarsson, went viral.
Thu Apr 22 2021
Sweden pips Russia in Eurovision pop fest nail-biter
41 years after Swedish superstars ABBA took the title, chiseled Mans Zelmerlow won with his up-tempo crowd-pleaser "Heroes".
Sun May 24 2015
Austrian bearded drag queen Conchita to release debut album
"Conchita" the album contains 14 tracks but will not feature "Rise Like a Phoenix", the rousing James Bond-like song that won Wurst the Eurovision Song Contest last year.
Thu Mar 05 2015
Conchita Wurst's Eurovision success puts gay Vienna on the map
Conchita Wurst's recent win on Eurovision has helped elevated the city's popularity with gays even more.
Thu May 15 2014
Bearded drag queen wins Eurovision
Austria won this year's Eurovision Song Contest early Sunday with "Rise Like a Phoenix" sung by bearded drag queen Conchita Wurst.
Mon May 12 2014
Austrian bearded drag queen wins Eurovision song contest
Austria won this year's Eurovision Song Contest early Sunday with "Rise Like a Phoenix" sung by bearded drag queen Conchita Wurst.
Sat May 10 2014
Bearded drag queen among favourites to win Eurovision
A bearded drag queen is now a favourite to win Saturday's Eurovision Song Contest.
Sat May 10 2014
Stage set for drama as Denmark hosts Eurovision
The stage is set for a nailbiter as Denmark on Saturday hosts the Eurovision Song Contest.
Thu May 08 2014
Denmark wins Eurovision Song Contest
Denmark, widely tipped to win the annual music competition, took the honours ahead of the 25 other finalists in a glittering ceremony watched by millions of viewers across Europe.
Sun May 19 2013
Unseasonable blizzards strand British motorists
Britain was hit by unseasonable blizzards that left hundreds of people stuck in their cars overnight and disrupted Eurostar services to the continent Tuesday.
Tue Mar 12 2013
Black Sabbath guitarist writes Armenia Eurovision song
The guitarist of British rock band Black Sabbath, Tony Iommi, has composed the music for Armenia's entry to this year's Eurovision song contest, the performers said Thursday.
Fri Mar 08 2013
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024