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Controversy at Malmö's Eurovision Song Contest: Dutch participant Joost Klein (26) reportedly faces removal from the event. Publication BILD notes his absence from rehearsals on Friday.
Culture![Armed Swedish police have positioned themselves in front of the ESC arena in Malmö](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/10/257147/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/esc-final-evolves-into-a-security-stronghold.webp)
The 68th Eurovision Song Contest begins on Saturday (from 9 o'clock on ARD and in the extensive BILD live ticker). However, for the organizers, music takes a backseat to security concerns, as the ESC has never been this fortified.
Culture![What do ABBA mean by their social media post? Fans are already dreaming of a comeback of the...](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/10/256906/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/abba-returning-to-the-eurovision-song-contest.webp)
Speculation grows that ABBA could make a stunning return at the "Eurovision Song Contest" in Malmö. With less than a day until the event begins, fans are anxiously awaiting the word on whether the iconic Swedish band will take the stage. This excitement was ignited by an enigmatic post from...
Auto![She must fear for her safety: The Israeli singer Eden Golan (20)](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/10/256059/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/greta-protests-alongside-israel-detractors-near-the-eurovision-song-contest.webp)
Greta Thunberg (21 years old), a renowned figure in the global climate movement, also stands out among Israel-haters. She, together with approximately 5,000 others, urged that Israel be barred from participating in the Eurovision Song Contest in Malmö.
Economy![The Swedish authorities deployed a large police force to ensure the safety of the Israeli singer](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/10/256032/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/the-woman-is-permitted-to-exit-the-hotel-exclusively-for-this-show.webp)
The Eurovision Song Contest in Malmö, Sweden is being eagerly watched by the entire European music scene. The young Israeli singer, Eden Golan (20), will represent her home country during the second semi-final of the event.
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