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Eurovision 2023: UK will host on Ukraine’s behalf

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The United Kingdom will host the Eurovision Song Contest in 2023 on behalf of 2022 winner Ukraine

The UK will host the Eurovision Song Contest in 2023 after organisers decided it could not be held in Ukraine due to the ongoing Russian war.

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UKRAINian group “Kalush Orchestra” won the 2022 eurovision song contest with a song calleD “STEFANIA”

Ukraine won the competition earlier this year

Under normal circumstances, winning the contest means your home country hosts the competition the following year.

But with Ukraine in a state of war, organisers said Ukraine would not be able to ensure a safe venue or event.

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The United Kingdom, which was the runner up – will instead host the event.

UK’s 2022 Eurovision contestant Sam Ryder tweeted his solidarity with Ukraine following the announcement.

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UK Contestant SAM RYDER was the runner up in the 2022 Eurovision song contest with “space man”

Just like each year’s winner, Ukraine will automatically qualify for the Grand Final in 2023, instead of having to go through several qualifying rounds.

The “Big five” – UK, France, Italy, Germany and Spain automatically qualify for the Grand Final every year – as they are the nations that contribute the largest amount of funds to the competition.

UK cities will now bid to host the event.

Glasgow in Scotland was one of the first to announce they would bid to host it.

London may seem like an intuitive choice for some, though it might be difficult to justify the capital being awarded yet another large scale event.

Other cities in the UK that have the necessary infrastructure and venues large enough include Manchester, Birmingham and Newcastle.

Simon is a ticker NEWS corespondent in London. Simon started his career in his hometown of Sydney as a news video producer for NineMSN, then moved to the UK with Good Morning Britain on ITV, followed by a TV reporter for a local news service in Manchester in England’s north. Simon joins ticker News after several years in the London headquarters of ITN Productions as a news producer, and as an assistant news editor for ITV News.

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Ticker News is now live on XumoTV and Xfinity across the U.S.

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Ticker News is now available on Xumo TV and Xfinity, bringing new era of accessibility

Ticker is thrilled to announce a major milestone for Ticker News: we are now available for streaming across the United States on Comcast’s major platforms, Xumo TV and Xfinity.

The development places Ticker News in the company of industry giants like CNN, Fox News, and MSNBC, marking a significant leap forward in our mission to deliver quality news to a wider audience.

With a combined reach of 50 million active users per month, Xumo TV and Xfinity offer an opportunity for Ticker News to expand viewership.

The achievement is particularly special with Ticker’s fifth anniversary on air on August 19.

“Getting Ticker News on these platforms was no small feat,” says Ticker Founder and CEO Ahron Young.

“It took nearly two years of intense negotiations and overcoming various technical challenges. But the journey underscores the resilience and determination of our team, proving that persistence pays off. We are immensely proud of what we have accomplished together,” Ahron says.

Being available on Xumo TV and Xfinity significantly enhances our already robust distribution network.

These platforms provide Ticker with the ability to reach millions of new viewers, further solidifying our presence in the competitive news landscape.

“Our commitment to expanding our reach and improving accessibility remains stronger than ever,” says TIcker’s Global Marketing Director, Kane Ricca.

Looking Ahead

As Ticker celebrates this exciting moment, the media company remains focused on its mission to provide accurate, timely, and engaging news to our audience.

“We are grateful for the ongoing support of our hosts, staff, investors, and viewers. Every moment counts at Ticker, and together, we are building something truly special,” says Ahron.

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‘Frank and constructive’ meeting between Harris and Netanyahu

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Vice President Kamala Harris met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and a cease-fire agreement.

Vice President Kamala Harris highlighted the nature of the discussion describing it as a “frank and constructive”meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House.

Harris expressed her concerns about the humanitarian situation in Gaza.

She stressed the need to finalise a cease-fire deal.
Harris described the past nine months in Gaza as devastating.
She urged that the tragedies in Gaza should not be ignored. #trending

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‘Left wing lunatic’: Trump tears into Kamala Harris in major rally

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Donald Trump is ramping up his attacks on Kamala Harris – his new opponent in the November election. But will it be enough to stop her?