Eurovision winner JJ received a warm welcome upon his return to Vienna’s Schwechat Airport on Sunday, May 18th, following his Basel victory.
Fans, family, and members of the press gathered to celebrate, with JJ graciously posing for photos.
The 24-year-old countertenor secured the title with his powerful electro-ballad, “Wasted Love,” a moving song about unrequited affection.
BBC’s Laura Gozzi reported live from the scene, providing firsthand accounts of the event.
In an exclusive BBC interview, the Polish foreign minister accused Russia of recruiting and compensating agents for acts of sabotage.
Authorities identified the teenagers involved as 18-year-old Matt Sibanda and 16-year-old Emmanuel Familola.
A large crowd gathered in St. Peter’s Square as Pope Leo XIV delivered a message advocating for global peace.
Vladimir Putin led the commemorations during Moscow’s annual Victory Day parade.
BC Monitoring’s Russia Editor, Vitaly Shevchenko, offered insightful commentary on the Moscow Victory Day spectacle.
Cardinals joined the newly appointed pope in the Sistine Chapel for a service that commenced with prayer.
The Russian president welcomed twenty-seven world leaders to the Red Square event.
Robert Prevost’s election marks a historic moment, as he becomes the first American to lead the Catholic Church.
Robert Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, is the first American pontiff, elected after a two-day conclave in Vatican City.
Addressing the public from the Vatican balcony, the new pope paid tribute to his predecessor and emphasized unity.
Black smoke signaled the lack of a papal election, indicating further voting was needed.
Historical footage provides insights into past papal elections from 1939 to 2013.
Black smoke emerged from the Sistine Chapel chimney around 9 pm local time, signifying the need for continued voting.
The black smoke indicated that no new pope had been chosen and voting would resume.
Trump suggests the World Cup could incentivize Russia to end the war.
BBC News’ archival footage recounts the confusion surrounding the smoke signals during the 1958 Conclave.
After a week of fair weather, Paris experienced a hailstorm and thunderstorm on Saturday afternoon.