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The Sun
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Watch moment Rylan Clark is left in hysterics as Scott Mills makes VERY awkward gaffe during live Eurovision semi-final
RYLAN Clark was left in hysterics as Scott Mills made a VERY awkward gaffe during the first live Eurovision semi-final. Presenter Scott, 52, who was co-hosting the BBC 's coverage alongside Rylan, 36, stumbled over his words while introducing Croatia 's act - accidentally making a bold - and entirely untrue - claim. Speaking live from Switzerland 's St. Jakobshalle on Tuesday night, the Radio 2 DJ enthusiastically narrated to viewers: 'He's the first gay person in Croatia!' When a puzzled Rylan responded with, "What?" he quickly corrected himself. "Sorry, no no, no, hang on, wait, sorry, that's wrong," he assured, before confirming: "He's the first openly gay person in Croatia to be at the Eurovision Song Contest." The pair - who are providing coverage with Richie Anderson and Sara Cox - sent social media into overdrive with the blunder. Taking to X, formerly Twitter, one wrote: 'NOT SCOTT READING MARKO WAS THE FIRST GAY PERSON IN CROATIA I AM IN TEARS." Another shared: 'Hahaha @scott_mills 'This is the first gay person in #Croatia '." One more chimed in with: "'He's the first gay person in croatia' uhm scott idk if you know this but gay people tend to love visiting the adriatic." The singer in question, Croatian artist Marko Bošnjak, 21, rose to fame as a finalist on The Voice Kids Adria in 2015. Known for his powerful vocals and emotive performances, he has since built a loyal fanbase across the Balkans. Marko, who is openly gay, has been praised for using his platform to champion LGBTQ+ visibility in the region. Eurovision tech issues during Switzerland's performance His Eurovision debut with the song, Posion Cake, marks a significant cultural milestone for Croatia. Scott's slip-up wasn't the only hiccup during the broadcast, though. At another point in the show, viewers were left puzzled when a camera appeared to crash mid-performance during Switzerland's slot. As per tradition, last year's winning country and the big five (United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy and Spain,) automatically qualify for Saturday's grand final. However, the finalists get to perform their song during the semi-finals, with Spain, Italy and Switzerland taking to the stage in the first instalment. Swiss artist Zoë Më performed Voyage featuring an arty one camera shot throughout the duration of her song. 5 5 The 24-year-old was seated as she sang her hauntingly beautiful song using armography to express emotion. However as she reached the bridge, the camera spanned round the singer's side and appeared to drop away. The camera returned to Zoë's face as she took to her feet for the dramatic section. She whipped from side-to-side as she sang Faire un, faire un voyage Faire un, faire un voyage Faire un, faire un voyage Avec moi This translates to Go on, go on a journey Go on, go on a journey Go on, go on a journey With me After a number of freeze frames flashed on the screen, the camera then returned to a view from the front before spinning round to show Zoë from behind, singing to the audience with their phones lit up. However, the camerawork left viewers confused. It looked as if the manoeuvre was not planned as audience directions appeared on the archway of the stage. The lit up sign read: "Please turn on your phone light now." After the song ended Rylan addressed the issue in his commentary. Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games. "We should say there as well, I think there was a couple of little tech problems with that one single shot camera." Despite Rylan trying to play it down, Eurovision viewers took to X demanding "justice" for the act. Everything you need to know about Eurovision Here's your complete guide to all things Eurovision: Who was Marcel Bezençon, when did he come up with the Eurovision Song Contest and what's the EBU? How to host a Eurovision party – from drinking games to decorations and costumes How many times has the UK received 'nil points' at Eurovision and been bottom of the leaderboard? Why is Australia in Eurovision and what would happen if they won? How much is Graham Norton paid and what's his net worth? Eurovision winners: where are they now? From working in Tesco to global stardom When has Eurovision not been hosted by the winning country? How do I vote in Eurovision and when will results be revealed? One wrote: "Oh no Switzerland staging is really cool but they had some problems with the cameras," along with a crying emoji. A second suggested: "JUSTICE FOR ZOE ME AND KALEEN ROBBED DIVAS WITH THE CAMERAS." "The cameras breaking???", enquired a third user. While someone else excitedly posted. "THE CAMERAS CRASHED." Another joked: "Not the Swiss delegation's Head of Finance unplugging all the cameras at the end of Zoe's performance." And a sixth fan added: "Oh no. It went a bit wrong with the cameras there." However, the issue will not affect Zoe's chances as she is already through to the final on Saturday. Ten acts made it through - Albania, Estonia, Iceland, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, San Marino, the favourites Sweden, and Ukraine. Five acts were eliminated - Azerbaijan, Belgium, Croatia, Cyprus, and Slovenia. The second Eurovision semi-final airs on BBC One on Thursday at 8pm. Along with 16 acts trying to make it into the final, the UK entry Remember Monday, with their song What The Hell Just Happened, will also perform. 5 5
Yahoo
31-01-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
ECHR president: Interstate cases against Russia are our priority
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) is prioritising cases against Russia filed by other states. Source: ECHR President Marko Bošnjak at a press conference on Friday, 31 January, as reported by European Pravda Details: Answering a question from a European Pravda correspondent, Bošnjak emphasised that interstate cases against Russia receive the court's full attention to ensure the fastest possible consideration and resolution. Quote from Bošnjak: "It is absolutely the fact that we are processing the interstate cases with priorities. They receive all the attention we can give them." Details: He noted that it is currently "impossible to say when exactly we will finalise and issue a decision in any given case", or even whether a particular case will be concluded in 2025. Bošnjak recalled that the ECHR is currently reviewing the following interstate cases against Russia: "Ukraine v. Russia (Crimea case)" – a ruling on the merits has been issued. "Ukraine and the Netherlands v. Russia (Donbas occupation and the downing of MH17)" – hearings have taken place. "Ukraine v. Russia" – concerning the killings of political opponents in the Russian Federation. "Ukraine v. Russia" – regarding the incident in the Kerch Strait. "Georgia v. Russia" – a ruling on the merits has been issued, but the issue of just satisfaction remains unresolved. Quote from Bošnjak: "I cannot provide exact predictions, except to emphasise that we are doing everything possible to handle these cases. We are the only international court currently holding Russia accountable for violations of Human Rights and fundamental freedoms." Background: The ECHR continues to hear cases against Russia despite the complete lack of cooperation from the Russian side since March UP or become our patron!
