Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands, and Slovenia withdraw from the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna following the EBU's decision to include Israel. Discover the events that led to this major diplomatic and cultural split.
Ireland, the Netherlands, Slovenia, and Spain withdraw from the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest in protest of Israel's involvement. Read the full story on the escalating cultural boycott.
Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and Slovenia will not participate in Eurovision 2026 after Israel was cleared to compete. Read the full statements and reasons behind the historic boycott.
Sky Sports' Halo TikTok channel aimed at women was pulled after just three days. Discover why this marketing misstep highlights a fundamental flaw in how sports engage female audiences.
Veteran New York sports commentator Howie Rose faces backlash after launching unexpected political tirade against the Duke and Duchess of Sussex during crucial World Series coverage, drawing criticism from listeners and colleagues alike.
Radiohead frontman Thom Yorke breaks his silence on cultural boycott of Israel, revealing he would refuse to perform there amid ongoing conflict in Gaza.
Leading sports psychologists warn that overbearing parental behaviour is becoming the primary obstacle to children's athletic development and enjoyment in UK sports.
Professional athletes across NBA, WNBA and Olympic sports are increasingly using their platforms to protest the Gaza conflict, creating unprecedented tensions between sports and politics.
Indonesian authorities deny entry visas to Israeli athletes for upcoming gymnastics World Cup, escalating diplomatic tensions amid ongoing war in Gaza.
Former Manchester United star Gary Neville faces backlash and boycott calls against Sky Sports following controversial remarks about 'angry white men' during political commentary segment.
Shockwaves through rugby league as a complete NRL team makes stunning boycott decision while Panthers star Nathan Cleary faces embarrassing revelation at awards night.
A disturbing video revealing how crabs are handled in the food industry has gone viral, prompting food lovers and chefs to boycott crab dishes entirely.
Jimmy Kimmel's highly anticipated return to television has been dealt a severe blow as dozens of ABC affiliate stations across the United States refuse to broadcast tonight's episode, sparking industry-wide speculation about the late-night host's future.
Cricket legends Sir Geoffrey Boycott and Graham Gooch have launched a scathing attack on the ECB, condemning the return of Colin Graves to Yorkshire as a 'disgrace' and accusing the governing body of failing racism victims.
Real Madrid will not attend the 2024 Ballon d'Or gala in Paris after the club's president and players were allegedly snubbed by the event's organisers, Football France.
Reform UK councillors in Nottinghamshire launch a Trumpian media boycott against the Nottingham Post, accusing it of biased reporting on their first 100 days in power. The dramatic move escalates tensions between the new administration and local press.
Austria's national broadcaster makes a passionate plea against boycotting Israel at Eurovision, while the BBC faces internal pressure over its coverage of the controversial event.
Marvel's Mark Ruffalo erupts on social media, urging a Disney+ boycott in a fiery response to CEO Bob Iger's massive salary and corporate 'greed'.
Disney cancels Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show following a massive, sustained boycott campaign from conservative viewers over his political satire, marking a major shift in the US entertainment landscape.
Bristol band Massive Attack removes entire music catalogue from Spotify in a major protest against CEO Daniel Ek's funding of AI defence technology, igniting a fierce industry debate on ethics and art.
Acclaimed author Sally Rooney declines prestigious Aky Arts Award, citing Israel's 'system of racial domination and segregation' against Palestinians. The move ignites fresh debate on cultural boycotts.
Acclaimed author Sally Rooney declines to attend a major UK literary awards ceremony, citing advice that her public support for Palestine could lead to her arrest upon entry to Britain.
ABC network cancels Jimmy Kimmel's US talk show after internal polling reveals significant backlash over his inflammatory remarks about conservative commentator Charlie Kirk. The decision follows a dramatic advertiser exodus and plummeting audience figure
The BBC faces a major dilemma as European broadcasters threaten to boycott the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest if held in Israel. Internal debates rage over balancing artistic independence with political pressures.
Ben Cohen, the iconic co-founder of Ben & Jerry's, has dramatically quit the company's board, citing a fundamental clash with parent company Unilever over its continued business in Israeli-occupied territories, marking the culmination of a bitter, long-ru
Ukrainian tennis star Elina Svitolina withdraws from the Billie Jean King Cup tie in solidarity with her nation, citing a 'hard rule' against competing with Russian and Belarusian athletes without neutrality agreements.
RTVE, Spain's national broadcaster, faces internal revolt and public pressure to join other countries in demanding Israel's exclusion from Eurovision 2024 due to the ongoing military action in Gaza.
SBS, Australia's national broadcaster, confirms it will broadcast Eurovision 2026 from Israel, resisting a growing EU boycott movement over the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
Pressure mounts on Spain's national broadcaster RTVE to withdraw from Eurovision 2024 over Israel's participation, echoing past boycotts of Russia.
Cincinnati Bengals fans are in uproar and threatening a boycott after the NFL team paid tribute to the controversial right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk during a home game, sparking accusations of politicising sport.