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‘A quiet belief everything’s going to be all right’: Bulgarians celebrate Dara’s Eurovision win with Bangaranga

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BreakingThe Guardian WorldMay 171 min read

‘A quiet belief everything’s going to be all right’: Bulgarians celebrate Dara’s Eurovision win with Bangaranga

Bulgaria's Eurovision victory boosts national pride and showcases its cultural talent on an international stage.

Bulgaria wins its first Eurovision contest
Dara's song 'Bangaranga' scores 516 points
Prime Minister Rumen Radev praises Dara's talent

Bulgaria wins Eurovision for first time; Israel comes second amid boycott

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BreakingAl Jazeera EnglishMay 171 min read

Bulgaria wins Eurovision for first time; Israel comes second amid boycott

Bulgaria's victory at Eurovision highlights the intersection of culture and geopolitics, especially amid ongoing tensions surrounding Israel.

Bulgaria wins Eurovision for the first time
Dara's song 'Bangaranga' secured the victory
Israel came in second amid a boycott from five countries

‘She was phenomenal, she was iconic’: Delta Goodrem wins praise as Australia places fourth at Eurovision

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BreakingThe Guardian WorldMay 171 min read

‘She was phenomenal, she was iconic’: Delta Goodrem wins praise as Australia places fourth at Eurovision

Delta Goodrem's performance highlights Australia's ongoing pursuit for a Eurovision victory, reflecting the nation's strong musical talent on an international stage.

Delta Goodrem finished fourth at Eurovision 2026
Her performance of 'Eclipse' received praise
Bulgaria's Dara won with 'Bangaranga'

Bulgarian banger 'Bangaranga' bags country its 1st Eurovision win

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BreakingNPR Topics: NewsMay 171 min read

Bulgarian banger 'Bangaranga' bags country its 1st Eurovision win

This victory not only elevates Bulgaria's profile in the music world but also boosts national pride and cultural representation on an international stage.

Bulgaria wins its first Eurovision Song Contest
Dara performed the song 'Bangaranga'
The contest featured 24 competing nations

Bangaranga! Bulgaria wins Eurovision - but UK comes last

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BreakingBBC NewsMay 171 min read

Bangaranga! Bulgaria wins Eurovision - but UK comes last

This victory marks Bulgaria's first win in Eurovision history, highlighting its growing presence in the music competition.

Dara won Eurovision for Bulgaria with 'Bangaranga'
Bulgaria scored 516 points, topping both public and jury votes
The UK finished last with only one point

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‘A quiet belief everything’s going to be all right’: Bulgarians celebrate Dara’s Eurovision win with Bangaranga

Bulgaria wins Eurovision for first time; Israel comes second amid boycott

‘She was phenomenal, she was iconic’: Delta Goodrem wins praise as Australia places fourth at Eurovision

Bulgarian banger 'Bangaranga' bags country its 1st Eurovision win

Bangaranga! Bulgaria wins Eurovision - but UK comes last