With fans from more than 80 countries arriving in Basel, Switzerland, for the 69th Eurovision Song Contest (ESC), the city is prepared not only to host the world’s largest live music event, but also to unlock a wave of economic, cultural, and social benefits.

The city at the crossroads of France, Germany and Switzerland gears up amid global tensions over diversity and inclusion.

Here's why you should add Basel and Bern to your Euro summer itinerary.

Riot police were seen clashing with protesters at the Eurovision Song Contest in 2019, and it's feared that this year's event in Basel, Switzerland, could be targeted

Canadian Singer Céline Dion will not be performing at the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) in Basel. Dion announced her absence in a video message, which was shown at the main rehearsal in the St Jakobshalle stadium.

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Georgian Culture Day was held in Basel, Switzerland, showcasing the country's rich cultural heritage in the heart of the Eurovision

Pro-Palestinian protesters have planned to walk the streets of Basel “silently” to demonstrate against Israel’s participation in the Eurovision Song Contest.Local group Basel for Palestine urged its marchers not to make any “chants or slogans” as they walk across the Swiss host city on Wednesday on the anniversary of Israel’s creation as a state on May 14 1948.

It’s Eurovision week, with a number of Irish mega fans making their way to Basel ahead of the competition. Norwegian singer-songwriter Emmy will perform in the second semi-final of the contest with her song,