Heavy favorite Duncan Laurence brings show to Holland for first time in decades; Israel finishes in fourth-to-last place; Madonna in trouble for Israeli-Palestinian flag display

200 million people worldwide set to watch song contest final from 10 p.m. in Tel Aviv; Netherlands, Sweden, Australia are favorites; Madonna, Netta Barzilai to play

Meanwhile, European Broadcasting Union reportedly concerned religious visuals in Queen of Pop's rendition of 'Like a Prayer' could spark backlash from viewers

Wildly popular pop music contest puts Israel, and its controversies, in the spotlight; watch the livestream here

Defying boycott calls, queen of pop vows to not be silenced and to speak out against human rights violations

Participants arrive for contest's opening ceremony in Tel Aviv, with backdrop of Gaza rocket fire and boycott calls

Amid the threat of Palestinian rockets, calls to boycott the event, high-priced tickets, and low fan attendance... the show goes on

A panel of Eurovision experts weigh in on the historical ramifications of the annual song contest for Israeli fans

Palestinian association claims Jerusalem using international song competition to 'perpetuate oppression' and 'promote injustice'

Minister denounces Guardian story as 'lie,' after Foreign Ministry spokesman says authorities to step up vigilance to keep away those who intend to try and 'destroy' music event