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RTÉ News
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
The Eurovision in numbers ahead of Saturday's final
The 2025 Eurovision Song Contest takes place in Basel, Switzerland, with the grand final on Saturday on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player. Here is a snapshot of the Eurovision in numbers: 0 Countries have scored the dreaded zero points in Eurovision finals on 37 occasions. It was fairly common in the 1960s, happening 19 times, but became rare after semi-finals were introduced in 2004. The feat became mathematically even more difficult after the voting system changed in 2016. However, Britain's James Newman managed it in 2021. 3 Basel sits right on the border of three countries: Switzerland, Germany, and France. The three countries meet in the River Rhine. Three presenters will host the final: stand-up comedian Hazel Brugger; entertainer and television presenter Michelle Hunziker; and singer Sandra Studer, who represented Switzerland at Eurovision 1991. 5 Eurovision's 'Big Five' main financial backers - Britain, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain - are guaranteed a place in the final. 6 Dublin has hosted the Eurovision six times, a record for any city. 7 Sweden and Ireland have both won Eurovision a record seven times. 9 Britain has hosted the competition a record nine times, after its own five outright victories and stepping in for other countries, including when Liverpool hosted in 2023 following war-torn Ukraine's win. 13 Belgium's Sandra Kim is the youngest Eurovision winner, having triumphed in 1986 with J'aime la Vie at the age of 13. Watch: Sandra Kim sings J'aime la Vie at the Eurovision in Bergen, Norway in May 1986. 14 Greece, Norway, and Ukraine have qualified from the semi-finals a record 14 times. 16 Britain has finished in second place a record 16 times, way ahead of France at six times, and Germany at five. 26 The number of countries that now compete in the grand final. 27 Eurovision-winning songs have come from 27 different countries - Russia being the biggest and Monaco the smallest. 30 The record number of years between Eurovision appearances, with Poland's Justyna Steczkowska returning in 2025 after competing in 1995. 37 The number of countries taking part in the 2025 edition across the semi-finals and final. 43 A record 43 countries participated in 2008, 2011, and 2018. 69 This year is the 69th edition of Eurovision. 95 The oldest-ever contestant was Takasa's double bass player Emil Ramsauer, who was 95 when competing for Switzerland in 2013. 156 Viewers in 156 countries voted in last year's contest. 1956 The first Eurovision was held in the Swiss city of Lugano in 1956. Seven countries took part. 1974 ABBA took the 1974 competition in Brighton by storm with Waterloo, and the Swedish four-piece remain the most successful act ever to have won Eurovision. 1988 Aged 20, Canadian starlet Céline Dion represented Switzerland at Eurovision 1988 in Dublin, singing Ne Partez Pas Sans Moi. She won, launching her career outside of her homeland. Watch: Céline Dion sings Ne Partez Pas Sans Moi at the Eurovision in the RDS in Dublin in May 1988. 4,500 Lighting fixtures in the Basel stage set, using mainly low-energy LED and laser technology. 6,500 The number of tickets sold at Basel's St Jakobshalle for each of the nine shows, including six dress rehearsals. 14,000 The number of people accredited for Eurovision 2025. 100,000 Organisers' estimate of the crowds lining Sunday's opening parade in Basel. 163,000,000 The number of people who watched Eurovision 2024 on television or online. The Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final airs on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player on Saturday from 8pm.
BBC News
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Eurovision: Fun facts to make YOU an expert
Eurovision 2025 is HERE. The 2025 contest is being held in Basel, a city in Switzerland. We have brought you all you need to know about the 2025 contest, but what about the history of the competition? Here are some facts to make you seem like an expert whilst your watching this weekend! When did Eurovision start? The first ever Eurovision took place back in 1956. Only seven countries took part in the first contest on 24 May 1956. Each country performed two songs, this was the only time this happened! When did the UK first enter Eurovision? The UK's first ever entry to Eurovision was in 1957, a year after the contest began. Patricia Bredin represented the UK at the contest in Frankfurt and she sang a song called "All". She came 7th in the contest, scoring 6 points. Eurovision facts to make you sound like an expert: Who is the most successful Eurovision Song Contest winner? What do Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia and Waterloo have in common? They are all big hits by legendary Swedish pop band Abba. Abba won the contest in 1974 and the group has enjoyed phenomenal success ever since, despite officially splitting up in was actually their Eurovision-winning song! Who is the youngest Eurovision winner? At the 31st Eurovision Song Contest history was made. Belgium contestant Sandra Kim won the contest in 1986, aged just 13. In 1990, a rule change was brought in saying all competitors had to be at least 16 years old. Which countries have NEVER won Eurovision? There are loads of countries that have never won the contest despite competing in it multiple example, Australia, Iceland, Poland and Malta are all amongst the countries that have yet to take a win. Malta first competed in 1971, making it the oldest participating country without a trophy. Which Eurovision song got the most points? People might have different ideas of what the best song is but we do know the highest-scoring Eurovision Sobral represented Portugal at the Eurovision Song Contest in Ukraine in 2017 with the song 'Amar pelos dois'.The entry received thirty sets of twelve points (eighteen sets from the jury vote and twelve sets from the public vote).And a total of 758 points! This makes his song the highest-scoring song in Eurovision history. Who has finished last in Eurovision the most? It's never nice coming last but two countries have tasted that the Finland and Norway have both come last ten have come last nice times and... what about the UK?They've come last five times - the same number as they have won it! What if there's a Eurovision tie? There have only ever been two tie situations at the Eurovision Song Contest. The first was in 1969 when there was a four-way tie between the UK, Spain, the Netherlands and France. As there were no rules in place for a tie-break, all four countries were declared joint winners! From that point on a tie-break rule was introduced meaning there would only ever be one winner! This meant when a tie happened in 1991 between France and Sweden, the rules meant that Sweden was declared the winner!
Cision Canada
30-04-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Minute Rice Brand Named Official Rice Partner of Toronto FC
TORONTO, April 30, 2025 /CNW/ - Minute Rice ® brand, a household staple in Canada for nearly 75 years, is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with Toronto FC (TFC), solidifying its position as the club's Official Rice Partner. This collaboration marks an exciting new chapter for the brand, further strengthening its connection with Canadians through the passion and energy of soccer. "Minute Rice has been a trusted brand in Canadian kitchens for generations, and as we reintroduce it with a fresh perspective, this partnership with Toronto FC is a natural fit," said Sandra Kim, SVP Marketing, of Minute Rice. "TFC fans are known for their dedication and enthusiasm, and we are thrilled to be a part of their experience—whether at the stadium, online, or in their homes." Through this partnership, the Minute Rice brand will engage with TFC supporters through a variety of activations, including in-venue experiences, social and digital campaigns, and in-store promotions. Fans can expect exciting collaborations designed to bring the convenience and quality of Minute Rice products to their game-day and everyday meals. "We are thrilled to add the Minute Rice brand to our roster of valued partners providing soccer fans with elevated experiences" said Jordan Vader, Senior Vice President, Global Partnerships, MLSE. "Whether fans are sharing memories over a meal or while watching a Toronto FC match, we look forward to collaborating with the Minute Rice team to create engaging experiences for our fans" Since its introduction in 1949, the Minute Rice brand has been committed to making mealtime easier, offering a range of quick and wholesome rice options, including Quick Cook Rice and Microwaveable Cups. This partnership aligns with the brand's mission to help Canadians focus on what matters most—sharing meaningful moments over great food. About Minute Rice Brand Minute Rice ® brand revolutionized the food industry in 1949 by introducing the first quick-cooking rice product in Canada. Today, it continues to be a trusted pantry staple, offering effortless, high-quality rice options that allow Canadians to prepare meals quickly and enjoy more meaningful moments. From its classic Quick Cook Rice to its convenient Microwaveable Cups, the Minute Rice brand remains committed to making mealtime simple, satisfying, and fulfilling.
