The 2024 contest attracted 163 million viewers across the public service channels of the European Broadcasting Union, which organizes the event each year, with more viewers coming from outside that sphere. Like many competitive endeavors, that massive viewership also means a large betting contingent.

The Eurovision party is officially underway. Welcome to a week of power pop, outrageous outfits and, inevitably, protests.

The Eurovision Song Contest returns this week after hitting the headlines in 2024 due to political tensions and artist complaints.