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Bee Wary: Why You Should Never Jump Into Water to Avoid a Bee Attack
Bee Wary: Why You Should Never Jump Into Water to Avoid a Bee Attack
Diving into a pool or lake to escape bees could result in a death worthy of a 'Final Destination' movie.
2023-06-24 03:29
Eurovision 2023: A homage to naffness or musical genius? Two writers battle it out
Eurovision 2023: A homage to naffness or musical genius? Two writers battle it out
Millions will be watching as 26 countries go head to head to be crowned champions of the Eurovision Song Contest this weekend – but not everyone calls themselves a fan. The notoriously weird and wonderful event still divides opinion right down the middle – when it comes to Eurovision, you’re either all in or not. Sign up to our free Indy100 weekly newsletter We pitched two writers against each other, one who loves Eurovision and one who can’t stand it. So, whose side are you on? Kate Plummer: Why I hate Eurovision What would happen if you brought together all the kinds of musicians who X Factor judges consider passing at the audition stage of the competition - but ultimately decide not to? What would happen if you asked cruise ship singers to come together and belt out hours of 'tunes' that resemble copyright-free hold music at best, or something your 10-year-old niece cooked up on GarageBand at worst? The answer, of course, is the gaudy Eurovision Song Contest, that homage to naffness, that yearly nightmare that we are forced to endure. "But it's fun!" the doltish masses cry. "Look at their outfits," the square-eyed cretins say. Save it. Like most organised fun and forced merriment (see hen dos, school reunions and anything to do with sport), Eurovision is absolutely awful. But unlike hen dos, school reunions and anything to do with sport, there is no escaping the tyrannical grip of its regime. It man spreads over the course of Saturday night telly, it bleeds into every pub, bar and group chat of excitable friends organising their cursed viewing parties. This year, it will even be screened in cinemas. Where is my respite? I didn't even vote for Brexit but surely the yearly congregation of the worst representatives of Europe is a dividend we could have gained from leaving the bloc? The 2023 contest is being held in the UK city of Liverpool this week, building up to the grand final on Saturday. Acts from 37 countries are taking part. So will I be tuning in to see which act has become this year's meme and what 'funny moments' have gone viral on social media? Absolutely not. After all, 66 contests and over 1,600 songs, there's a reason the only Eurovision act anyone can name is Abba... Eurovision is completely naff. Count me out. Harry Fletcher: Why I love Eurovision There aren’t many things that every single member of the family can sit down to watch together and genuinely look forward to. Eurovision is one of them. It’s a big event in our household, with family members spread around the country heading back up north to watch together. Why do we love it? The sheer strangeness is certainly a factor. The likes of Käärijä, representing Finland in 2023 with the bizarre 'Cha Cha Cha', are doing a good job keeping it weird and wonderful. But the sheer quality of the entries is more impressive year on year. The overall standard has increased inexorably and the quality of the songwriting in the strongest entries is always staggering. Crafting a good Eurovision song is an art form, and there are still entries from more than 10 years ago that pop into my head occasionally. Eurovision also has to be the most welcoming, accessible major event in the UK calendar. It’s for absolutely everyone; it’s a comfortable space, completely free of cynicism. With Eurovision, you take away all the nastiness that comes hand in hand with X Factor and other formats that invite people to sing before live audiences. Here, there’s none of the sneering at contestants or gawking at eccentric members of the public. Instead, with Eurovision it’s a celebration, and an invitation to be as weird as you like when representing your country. Eurovision can always be relied on to bring out the best in Twitter, too. When so much of social media is increasingly devoted to negativity and hate, it feels like a throwback to nicer times when it functioned more as a public forum for fans during events like Eurovision. The contest has changed a lot since I started watching around 15 years ago. There was an endearingly cheap feel about the contest back then, but the production values are outstanding these days. It’s far less of a niche interest than it used to be too; with the event coming to the UK this year, it’s attracted more and more attention. More eyes on this wonderfully odd event, which celebrates diversity, gives us genuinely brilliant songs every year and gives us something wholesome to get stuck into on social media can only be a good thing. Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings.
2023-05-13 14:23
Is Glenn Way Thore OK? 'My Big Fat Fabulous Life' star Whitney Thore reveals her father survived 'serious car crash'
Is Glenn Way Thore OK? 'My Big Fat Fabulous Life' star Whitney Thore reveals her father survived 'serious car crash'
'My Big Fat Fabulous Life' star Whitney Way Thore's father Glenn thought he broke his ribs after a horrific car crash
2023-08-24 10:54
'Here for it': Fans demand Niall Horan and Taylor Swift collaboration following 'The Voice' social media post
'Here for it': Fans demand Niall Horan and Taylor Swift collaboration following 'The Voice' social media post
Fans clamor for a Niall Horan and Taylor Swift collaboration after 'The Voice' teased Niall on social media using Taylor's lyrics
2023-11-22 13:25
Madison LeCroy reveals Alex Rodriguez was looking for ‘side chick’ amid engagement to Jennifer Lopez
Madison LeCroy reveals Alex Rodriguez was looking for ‘side chick’ amid engagement to Jennifer Lopez
Rodriguez and LeCroy’s fling rumors initially made waves in March 2021, when Danni Baird claimed that the two were exchanging texts
2023-05-21 17:53
Drake's half-eaten pizza is 'being sold for $500,000'
Drake's half-eaten pizza is 'being sold for $500,000'
There have been many questionable items for sale in recent months, including bottles of spit and bath water. But now, Lil Yachty has jokingly suggested he's selling Drake's half-eaten pizza for $500,000 (£402,800). Over the weekend, the rapper took to his Instagram story with a snap of the partially eaten pizza. "Selling this drake bit slice of pizza for 500k," the on-screen text read. The post soon made its way over to Twitter, where one person responded: "The fact that someone will actually buy this". "We just hit a peak of the financial bubble," another tweeted, while a third joked: "Make the bread... Or sell that bread". One intrigued investor asked: "Where do I inquire?" Sign up for our free Indy100 weekly newsletter It comes after Lil Yachty joined Drake on a live stream on Saturday (3 June) for online betting agency Stake. At one point, the Toronto rapper was left red-faced after attempting to donate $500 (£400) to an online streamer – but his card declined. After entering a verification code to authorise the purchase, the dialogue box disappeared to show the payment hadn't in fact gone through and Drake would have to try and pay again. "Embarrassing," Drake sang in a high-pitched voice, as fellow rapper Lil Yachty smiled at the mishap next to him. Many more viewers turned their attention to Drake's yellow-painted nails. While some were quick to praise the star's decision, others weren't too keen on the colour choice and wished he had opted for a different shade. "I never have an issue with men wearing nail polish itself but my issue is the fact they always choosing ugly colour," one person quipped. Meanwhile, another added: "Why is Drake wearing yellow nail polish…. Ugh." Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings.
2023-06-06 19:16
To play his father in a movie, comedian Sebastian Maniscalco enlisted Robert De Niro
To play his father in a movie, comedian Sebastian Maniscalco enlisted Robert De Niro
Comedian Sebastian Maniscalco wanted to make a movie for and about his father
2023-05-17 22:28
Tenoch Huerta breaks silence over Maria Rios' sexual assault allegation, says they had 'consensual relationship'
Tenoch Huerta breaks silence over Maria Rios' sexual assault allegation, says they had 'consensual relationship'
After our relationship ended, Maria Elena Rios began to misrepresent our interactions privately and in front of mutual friends,' alleged Tenoch Huerta
2023-06-13 04:59
Which are Tony Bennett's 5 most iconic songs? Jazz genius won more than 20 Grammys in his music career
Which are Tony Bennett's 5 most iconic songs? Jazz genius won more than 20 Grammys in his music career
Tony Bennett died at the age of 96 in his New York City residence while he was battling Alzheimer's disease
2023-07-22 04:59
How tall is Sky Bri? Exploring model's height compared to ex-boyfriend Jake Paul and rumored partner Adin Ross
How tall is Sky Bri? Exploring model's height compared to ex-boyfriend Jake Paul and rumored partner Adin Ross
Sky Bri believes Jake Paul got into a relationship with her so that he could get revenge on Julia Rose
2023-08-24 15:46
Brooke Burke reflects on her connection with Derek Hough during their time on 'DWTS'
Brooke Burke reflects on her connection with Derek Hough during their time on 'DWTS'
Brooke Burke and Derek Hough seemed to have chemistry during their time competing together on "Dancing With the Stars" and now we know why.
2023-10-10 21:58
US breaking pros want to preserve Black roots, original style of hip-hop dance form at Olympics
US breaking pros want to preserve Black roots, original style of hip-hop dance form at Olympics
U.S. breaking pros who hope to compete in the Paris Olympics next year have a challenge
2023-09-22 18:18