AGP Executive Report
Last update: 32 minutes agoEurovision Boycott Fallout: Spain, Ireland, and Slovenia have confirmed they won’t televise Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, sticking with their protest over Israel’s participation; Ireland’s RTÉ says the move is “unconscionable” amid Gaza losses, while Slovenia’s RTV will run a week of “Voices of Palestine” instead. Final Countdown: Despite the noise, the grand final is set for Saturday with Bulgaria’s DARA already through—she’s entry #12 in the running order and BNT 1 will broadcast live at 22:00. Local Spotlight: Kazanlak crowned its new Rose Queen, Denitsa Malcheva, with the show’s big moment tied to Dara’s Eurovision song “Bangaranga.” Culture Abroad: Bulgaria’s folklore community is in Munich for “Expats Join Hands in Worldwide Dance,” with officials praising the “other Bulgaria” that keeps traditions alive overseas. Sports & Science: Chess and STEM also stayed busy—Praggnanandhaa handed Sindarov a rare classical loss, while ISEF 2026 awarded over $7M to top young innovators.
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