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Dutch Broadcaster Avrotros Withdraws From Eurovision 2027 Over Conflict Concerns

Dutch public broadcaster Avrotros has withdrawn from Eurovision 2027, citing concerns over the contest's neutrality while countries involved in armed conflicts remain eligible to compete. The decision follows ongoing controversy over Israel's participation.

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Historic Welsh Chapel Organ Gets New Life After 20 Years of Silence

A historic Welsh chapel organ where the rugby anthem Cwm Rhondda was first composed is being restored after 20 years of silence. Community volunteers are cleaning and repairing all 764 pipes ahead of the instrument's 120th anniversary in 2027.

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Ye Confirms Two St Petersburg Concerts in October, First Russian Shows Since Ukraine War Began

Ye has confirmed two St Petersburg concerts for October 2026, becoming the most prominent Western star to perform in Russia since the Ukraine invasion, following a European tour marred by cancellations over his past antisemitic remarks.

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Miloedd yn disgwyl ymgynnull yn Abertawe ar gyfer gwasanaeth coffa Bonnie Tyler

Disgwylir i filoedd ymgynnull yn Abertawe ddydd Llun ar gyfer Dathliad o Fywyd cyhoeddus Bonnie Tyler, yn dilyn teyrngedau torfol yn y Mwmbwls dros y penwythnos.

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50 Years of The Peace People: From Belfast's Streets of Grief to Streets of Dance

Fifty years after The Peace People formed in the wake of three children's deaths during the Troubles, founder Gerry Grehan reflects on the movement's legacy while watching Belfast's streets transformed by the All Ireland Fleadh.

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Eurovision Bars War-Torn Nations From Hosting If They Win

Eurovision organisers have changed the rules so a country involved in armed conflict cannot host the contest if it wins, a move widely seen as targeting Israel's continued participation while also affecting Ukraine.

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Campaign Grows for Statue Honouring Wings Guitarist Henry McCullough

Campaigners including Henry McCullough's widow Josie are calling for a statue in Portstewart to honour the Woodstock guitarist, who later spent 18 months touring with Wings.

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After the Fleadh: What Belfast Could Take From Its Biggest Music Festival Yet

Belfast's first All-Ireland Fleadh drew record crowds and sparked debate over pedestrianisation, derelict-building use and transport strain, with a council review now sought before next year's festival.

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Migrants and Belfast Locals Unite Through Music at Historic Fleadh

A 22-nationality music project called Tunes Translated brought migrants and Belfast residents together at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, as festival attendance and economic impact exceed expectations.

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Why Digital Cameras, iPods and Wired Headphones Are Making a Comeback

Digital cameras, iPods and wired headphones are seeing a resurgence among young people in the UK, with sales data and expert analysis pointing to a broader retro-tech revival driven by nostalgia and a desire for control.

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Lauryn Hill and Wyclef hint at future Fugees music after 30 years

Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean have hinted at future Fugees music while discussing the 30th anniversary of The Score ahead of a festival in Milton Keynes.

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Oasis promoter granted Knebworth events licence

SJM Concerts has been granted a Knebworth events licence days before the 30th anniversary of Oasis's 1996 shows there, amid continued speculation about a possible return.

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