Burgas is calling! What we know about the host city, plus contest updated rules and sponsor changes

Get your sunscreen and scorecards ready, because the Eurovision machine is moving faster than a wind machine on full blast! In this episode, we unpack the massive news that the Black Sea coastal hub of Burgas has officially beaten out Sofia to host the 71st Eurovision Song Contest in May 2027! We're breaking down what a beach-mode contest means for Bulgaria's maiden hosting gig. 

Plus, we dive straight into the EBU's sweeping new rule overhauls, including strict hosting blocks for regions caught in active conflicts and the official age floor bump to 18.

And hot off the press, we wrap up with the latest on corporate sponsorships as Moroccanoil officially steps away after six years! What does this mean for the future of the contest?

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