Recent research on the Eurovision Song Contest highlights voting patterns influenced by cultural and geographical ties, particularly strong relationships among Mediterranean countries. Emotional themes in lyrics vary by region, with the Balkans expressing turmoil, while southern Europe focuses on love. Over the decades, themes of love have declined, giving way to identity and resilience, with hope diminishing since the 2010s. Sweden and Ireland are the most successful countries in Eurovision history. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)